Best Supernatural Anime of the 1990s

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 16 supernatural titles spanning 1990–1999.

1
Studio Pierrot · 1992 · 356,633 ratings
Yu Yu Hakusho is largely regarded as a classic shonen anime with strong characters and a well-balanced story. While...
8.4
2
Triangle Staff · 1998 · 353,127 ratings
Serial Experiments Lain is a highly divisive anime that sparks intense discussion. While praised for its...
8.1
3
Toei Animation · 1999 · 30,031 ratings
Audience sentiment is mixed, with many viewers appreciating the characters and romance elements, but finding the anime...
7.4
4
Toei Animation · 1996 · 7,599 ratings
Jigoku Sensei Nube is viewed as a nostalgic, fun, and easy-to-watch supernatural anime with a mix of comedy and horror....
7.4
5
Madhouse · 1999 · 34,502 ratings
Petshop of Horrors is a short, episodic anime with a unique premise and creepy atmosphere. While the stories are...
7.2
6
Toei Animation · 1993 · 5,562 ratings
GS Mikami is a well-received anime praised for its humor, likeable characters, and blend of supernatural action and...
7.2
7
AIC · 1997 · 13,445 ratings
The Vampire Princess Miyu TV series is a divisive show. Some viewers appreciate its dark atmosphere, character...
7.1
8
AIC · 1998 · 8,155 ratings
Audience reception is mixed, with praise for the show's premise and episodic mysteries, but criticism for its...
7
9
Production I.G · 1994 · 11,502 ratings
Blue Seed is viewed as a solid, though somewhat dated, 90s anime with a strong blend of action, romance, and...
7
10
Studio Deen · 1995 · 6,229 ratings
Audience opinions on Kishin Douji Zenki are mixed. Some appreciate it as an enjoyable, classic 90s action anime with...
7
11
Shin-Ei Animation · 1990 · 2,076 ratings
The Warau Salesman receives praise for its unique episodic format, dark humor, and Moguro's character. While some find...
7
12
OLM · 1998 · 10,673 ratings
The general consensus is that Aa! Megami-sama!: Chichaitte Koto wa Benri da ne is a cute and funny parody series that...
6.9
13
Studio Deen · 1997 · 2,153 ratings
The general audience consensus is very positive, highlighting the show's comedic charm, lovable characters, and blend...
6.9
14
Radix · 1997 · 2,000 ratings
Audience reception is mixed, particularly when comparing the TV series to the OVA. While some appreciate the...
6.9
15
Triangle Staff · 1998 · 1,238 ratings
Saint Luminous Jogakuin is a somewhat divisive anime. While some appreciate its mature tone, character interactions,...
6.9
16
Sunrise · 1998 · 6,738 ratings
Gasaraki is a divisive mecha anime appreciated for its realistic approach to mecha design and its complex political...
6.8