The horror genre is more prevalent among Japanese anime than the animated movies of other nations. This is due to how Japan was quicker to accept animation and comics as media for all ages and not ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For decades, people around the world have turned to anime to feel something. Whether it's belief in their ...

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Junji Ito might be the best-known name in horror when it comes to anime, but he’s far from the ...

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In January 2026, the curtain will rise on a brand-new anime season overflowing with highly anticipated sequels, including Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, Oshi no Ko Season 3 and many more. Recently, a ...

Horror is a tricky genre to convey due to its subjective nature; what one person finds terrifying or compelling, another finds dull and laughable. We see plenty of conflicting opinions on horror in ...

Jiminna Shillingford is an avid reader and a passionate storyteller. She is obsessed with all things TV, from anime and romantic fantasy to action-packed series. With that deep affection, Jiminna ...

Lucas Kloberdanz-Dyck is a writer for Collider. He grew up creating lists, stories, and worlds, which led to his love of anime and video games. He attended Sheridan College where he earned an Honours ...

Japanese horror movies focus on eerie atmospheres and existential chills, not cheap thrills or gore. Examples like "Dark Water," "Pulse," and "Ju-on: The Grudge" redefine fear with unexplained dread.

We previously made a list talking about some of the best obscure psychological horror anime out there. Now its time to expand the horizons with more anime recommendations while also mentioning some ...