Best Mystery Anime of the 1990s
Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 20 mystery titles spanning 1990–1999.
1
Ghost in the Shell is widely praised for its groundbreaking animation, philosophical depth, and immersive cyberpunk...
8.3
2
Meitantei Conan is widely praised for its brilliant mysteries, extensive cast, and engaging overarching plot, making it...
8.1
3
Serial Experiments Lain is a highly divisive anime that sparks intense discussion. While praised for its...
8.1
4
Patlabor 2 the Movie is widely praised as a mature, philosophical, and visually stunning film, often considered a...
7.9
5
City Hunter '91 is a decent, though somewhat disappointing, conclusion to the original series. Fans appreciate the...
7.5
6
Master Keaton is generally well-regarded as an episodic series with intelligent stories and interesting characters....
7.4
7
Petshop of Horrors is a short, episodic anime with a unique premise and creepy atmosphere. While the stories are...
7.2
8
Audience reception is mixed. While some appreciate the action, character interactions, and nostalgia, many are critical...
7.1
9
Audience reception is mixed, with praise for the show's premise and episodic mysteries, but criticism for its...
7
10
Blue Seed is viewed as a solid, though somewhat dated, 90s anime with a strong blend of action, romance, and...
7
11
Steam Detectives is a largely forgotten but enjoyable steampunk detective show with a noir atmosphere. While it may be...
7
12
The anime is highly underrated and praised for its horror atmosphere, psychological elements, and engaging characters....
7
13
Audience reception to Clamp Gakuen Tanteidan is generally positive, particularly among those who appreciate CLAMP's...
6.9
14
Saint Luminous Jogakuin is a somewhat divisive anime. While some appreciate its mature tone, character interactions,...
6.9
15
Betterman is a divisive anime praised for its unique blend of genres and intricate plot, but criticized for its...
6.8
16
Audience reception to X/1999 is highly polarized, with many criticizing its incomprehensible and rushed narrative,...
6.7
17
The show is remembered fondly by those who watched it in their youth. However, it's recognized as a children's show...
6.7