Best Supernatural Anime of the 2000s

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 182 supernatural titles spanning 2000–2009.

1
Artland · 2005 · 296,293 ratings
Mushishi is praised for its beautiful art, sound design, and philosophical themes, offering a unique and calming...
8.6
2
Madhouse · 2007 · 2,975,165 ratings
Death Note is widely praised for its unique premise, suspenseful plot, and intellectual depth, sparking debates about...
8.6
3
Brain's Base · 2009 · 133,731 ratings
The audience consensus for Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou is overwhelmingly positive. Viewers praise the show's gentle...
8.5
4
Toei Animation · 2007 · 105,079 ratings
Mononoke is lauded for its unique artistic style, which blends vibrant visuals with Japanese folklore to create a...
8.3
5
Brain's Base · 2007 · 397,602 ratings
Baccano! is a stylish and energetic anime praised for its unique non-linear storytelling, memorable characters, and...
8.3
6
Brain's Base · 2008 · 198,872 ratings
Natsume Yuujinchou is widely praised for its heartwarming stories, beautiful art, and well-developed characters,...
8.3
7
Brain's Base · 2009 · 288,683 ratings
Audience sentiment is divided. While many appreciate the focus on character relationships and accurate adaptation,...
8.3
8
Imagin · 2008 · 413,116 ratings
The audience generally appreciates Spice and Wolf for its unique blend of economics, fantasy, and well-developed...
8.2
9
Production I.G · 2008 · 69,970 ratings
Audience reception to xxxHOLiC Kei is generally positive, with many appreciating the shift towards character...
8.1
10
Studio Pierrot · 2001 · 66,569 ratings
Hikaru no Go is overwhelmingly praised for its character development, engaging story, and emotional depth, making it...
8
11
Gonzo · 2004 · 78,737 ratings
Gankutsuou is highly praised for its unique art style, compelling story, and well-developed characters, making it a...
8
12
Brain's Base · 2008 · 116,004 ratings
The Baccano! Specials are generally well-received by fans of the original series as a satisfying epilogue, offering...
8
13
Studio Deen · 2002 · 49,993 ratings
Full Moon wo Sagashite is overwhelmingly praised as a heartwarming and emotional anime with well-developed characters...
7.9
14
Production I.G · 2006 · 127,586 ratings
Audience reception is mixed, with praise for its philosophical themes, unique art style, and engaging atmosphere, but...
7.9
15
Kyoto Animation · 2007 · 142,274 ratings
Audience sentiment is largely positive, praising the show's emotional depth, beautiful animation, and memorable...
7.9
16
Shaft · 2008 · 69,683 ratings
Overall, "ef: A Tale of Melodies" is well-received for its artistic presentation, complex themes, and character...
7.9
17
Production I.G · 2009 · 36,062 ratings
The audience response to xxxHOLiC Shunmuki is mixed. While praised for its visuals, thematic depth, and exploration of...
7.9
18
Gonzo · 2003 · 37,591 ratings
Kaleido Star is overwhelmingly praised for its inspirational story, strong characters, and dazzling stage performances....
7.8
19
Production I.G · 2005 · 35,668 ratings
The audience generally appreciates the xxxHOLiC movie for its strong visuals, engaging storyline, and balance of horror...
7.8
20
Studio Deen · 2007 · 71,014 ratings
Overall, the audience consensus is positive, with many considering 'Jigoku Shoujo Futakomori' a significant improvement...
7.8