Best Horror Anime of the 1990s
Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 18 horror titles spanning 1990–1999.
1
Berserk (1997) is lauded for its engaging narrative, complex characters, and profound themes, set within a dark and...
8.6
2
Perfect Blue is widely acclaimed as a masterpiece of psychological thrillers, lauded for its masterful direction,...
8.5
3
Memories is a technically brilliant anthology with highly praised individual segments, particularly Magnetic Rose, yet...
7.7
4
Ninja Scroll is a highly polarizing film, celebrated by many as a classic action anime for its groundbreaking animation...
7.6
5
Jigoku Sensei Nube is viewed as a nostalgic, fun, and easy-to-watch supernatural anime with a mix of comedy and horror....
7.4
6
Petshop of Horrors is a short, episodic anime with a unique premise and creepy atmosphere. While the stories are...
7.2
7
The Vampire Princess Miyu TV series is a divisive show. Some viewers appreciate its dark atmosphere, character...
7.1
8
Audience reception is mixed, with praise for the show's premise and episodic mysteries, but criticism for its...
7
9
Blue Seed is viewed as a solid, though somewhat dated, 90s anime with a strong blend of action, romance, and...
7
10
Audience opinions on Kishin Douji Zenki are mixed. Some appreciate it as an enjoyable, classic 90s action anime with...
7
11
The anime is appreciated for its unique world and monster designs, but heavily criticized for its convoluted plot, poor...
7
12
The anime is generally well-received for its blend of humor and mild scares, appealing to viewers looking for something...
7
13
The anime is highly underrated and praised for its horror atmosphere, psychological elements, and engaging characters....
7
14
Neo Ranga is a divisive anime. Some appreciate its unique blend of slice-of-life, social satire, and kaiju elements,...
6.9
15
Silent Mobius is a decent anime with a unique premise and strong female characters, but it suffers from inconsistent...
6.9
16
Audience opinions on Arc the Lad are mixed. While some appreciate the show's mature themes, character development, and...
6.8
17
Betterman is a divisive anime praised for its unique blend of genres and intricate plot, but criticized for its...
6.8
18
Devilman Lady is praised for its intense and thought-provoking story, exploring themes of humanity and identity....
6.8