Best Thriller Anime of the 2010s

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 121 thriller titles spanning 2010–2019.

1
White Fox · 2011 · 1,506,646 ratings
Steins;Gate is a highly praised anime centered around time travel, with a complex and intriguing storyline that...
9.1
2
Wit Studio · 2019 · 1,770,056 ratings
Audience consensus is overwhelmingly positive, praising the season's storytelling, animation, and emotional impact. ...
9
3
Wit Studio · 2013 · 3,035,579 ratings
Shingeki no Kyojin is widely praised for its gripping story, intense action, and unique premise, making it a gateway...
8.6
4
Wit Studio · 2018 · 1,788,448 ratings
Audience reception to Season 3 is notably divided. Some viewers praise the season's complex political narrative,...
8.6
5
Madhouse · 2010 · 155,807 ratings
The audience is divided on Yojouhan Shinwa Taikei. Some viewers praise its unique storytelling, artistic style, and...
8.5
6
Shaft · 2013 · 247,326 ratings
Audience reception is highly polarized. Many praise the film's visuals, complex narrative, and character development....
8.5
7
Wit Studio · 2017 · 2,042,800 ratings
Season 2 of Shingeki no Kyojin is a somewhat divisive entry. While some viewers appreciated the intensified plot and...
8.5
8
White Fox · 2018 · 469,322 ratings
Steins;Gate 0 is generally well-received as a worthy addition to the franchise, effectively exploring a darker...
8.5
9
CloverWorks · 2019 · 1,386,888 ratings
The audience is divided on "Yakusoku no Neverland." While many praise the initial episodes for their suspense and...
8.5
10
Madhouse · 2010 · 166,327 ratings
Audience sentiment is divided, with many praising the anime's strong themes of friendship and survival amidst brutal...
8.4
11
Shaft · 2011 · 810,338 ratings
Madoka Magica is widely praised for its deconstruction of the magical girl genre, featuring compelling characters and a...
8.4
12
MAPPA · 2018 · 410,594 ratings
Banana Fish evokes strong emotional reactions, with many praising its complex characters, gripping storyline, and...
8.4
13
Shaft · 2012 · 107,566 ratings
Audience reception is positive, particularly for those seeking a visually enhanced and emotionally impactful recap of...
8.3
14
Production I.G · 2013 · 826,760 ratings
Audience opinions on Psycho-Pass are divided. Some praise its philosophical depth, cyberpunk setting, and exploration...
8.3
15
Madhouse · 2015 · 1,243,401 ratings
The audience generally appreciates Parasyte for its engaging story, well-developed main character, and philosophical...
8.3
16
A-1 Pictures · 2016 · 1,467,287 ratings
Audience reception is highly polarized, with some praising the initial mystery, emotional connections, and art style....
8.3
17
Madhouse · 2011 · 116,725 ratings
The second season of Kaiji is considered suspenseful and engaging, particularly the initial arc, but many find it...
8.2
18
Shaft · 2012 · 107,705 ratings
The first Madoka Magica movie is generally well-received, especially for its enhanced visuals and animation. While it...
8.2
19
A-1 Pictures · 2013 · 288,520 ratings
Shinsekai Yori is a well-regarded anime praised for its complex narrative, thought-provoking themes, and unique...
8.2
20
White Fox · 2016 · 1,549,314 ratings
Re:Zero is a polarizing anime praised for its dark take on the isekai genre, character growth through suffering, and...
8.2