Netflix has become one of the best platforms for anime fans. Here are our top picks for March 2026.
Our Top 10 Picks
1. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
A street kid in a dystopian future chooses to become a cyberpunk mercenary. Studio Trigger delivers breathtaking animation and an emotional gut-punch of a story set in the Cyberpunk 2077 universe.
Why watch: One of the best anime of the decade — only 10 episodes, perfect for a weekend binge.
2. Violet Evergarden
A former child soldier learns to process her emotions by writing letters for others. Visually one of the most stunning anime ever produced.
Why watch: If you want anime that will make you feel every emotion.
3. Demon Slayer
Tanjiro's quest to save his sister from demonhood features breathtaking fight sequences by studio ufotable.
Why watch: The gold standard for modern shonen action anime.
4. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
A multi-generational saga following the Joestar family and their supernatural battles. Wildly creative, dramatic, and endlessly quotable.
Why watch: There is genuinely nothing else like it in any medium.
5. Great Pretender
A Japanese con artist teams up with an international crew for elaborate heists across the globe. Think Ocean's Eleven meets anime.
Why watch: A Netflix original with gorgeous European settings and a jazzy soundtrack.
6. Pluto
A detective robot investigates the serial murders of the world's most powerful robots and humans. Based on Osamu Tezuka's Astro Boy.
Why watch: A mature, philosophical thriller that proves anime can tell any kind of story.
7. Blue Eye Samurai
Set in Edo-period Japan, a mixed-race swordsman seeks revenge against the European men responsible for their existence.
Why watch: Gorgeous animation, brutal action, and a compelling story of identity.
8. Mob Psycho 100
A psychic middle schooler navigates life, self-improvement, and the occasional evil spirit.
Why watch: Hilarious, heartfelt, and visually inventive.
9. Kotaro Lives Alone
A four-year-old boy moves into an apartment complex alone, and his neighbors slowly realize something is very wrong at home.
Why watch: A surprisingly emotional story about community and found family.
10. Dorohedoro
In a gritty, magical city, a man with a reptile head tries to figure out who cursed him. Dark comedy meets surreal fantasy.
Why watch: Wild, unique, and unlike anything you have seen before.
Hidden Gems
- Japan Sinks: 2020 — A family's survival during catastrophic earthquakes. Short, intense, and emotionally devastating.
- Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop — A sweet summer romance film between a shy poet and a cheerful influencer.
- Exception — A sci-fi horror about clones awakening on a spaceship with a printing error.
What's Coming Soon
Netflix continues to invest heavily in anime with new seasons and originals dropping throughout 2026. Keep an eye out for new Trigger and MAPPA productions.
FAQ
Does Netflix have a good anime selection?
Yes! Netflix has significantly expanded its anime library and produces high-quality originals.
Are Netflix anime dubbed in English?
Most Netflix anime have excellent English dubs available from day one.
Can I download anime on Netflix for offline viewing?
Yes, most titles are available for download on the Netflix mobile app.