Netflix has become a great place for good Japanese-style animation in just about every genre. Whether you’re looking for an action Series or a thrilling anime movie, you can find it on Netflix these days. So if you’re on the hunt for a good drama anime to watch on Netflix, you’re in luck!

We’ve gathered some of the best series that fit the genre below. Although there’s a mix of sci-fi, romance, and horror throughout, each Anime Series on this offers more than it’s fair share of drama.

Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma

Creators: Yuto Tsukuda, Shun Saeki
Total Episodes: 89
IMDb: 8.2

Food Wars! is not your average everyday anime drama, it’s a full-on food and cooking anime that takes you on a culinary journey. The story follows a young chef who finds himself being admitted to a prestigious culinary academy that just so happens to settle disputes through food wars. It is also surprisingly lewd at times, which really adds to the uniqueness of this series.

One of the best things about Food Wars! is that the actual recipes and techniques used in the show are pretty solid overall, and you may find yourself trying some of them. It also portrays a wide variety of cultural foods beyond just traditional Japanese cuisine. If you’re looking for a good food show on Netflix to binge, start here.

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.

Creator: Shuichi Aso
Total Episodes: 146
IMDb: 8.3

Part sci-fi fantasy, part slice-of-life comedy drama, The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. is a unique anime drama worth watching all the way through.

The plot follows a high-school student named Saiki Kusuo who happens to be a powerful psychic. Despite his best efforts to remain under the radar, he is constantly surrounded by classmates with unique and intriguing flaws. Each character is shown through the narration and viewpoint Saiki’s psychic powers provide, allowing for excellent character development.

The first three seasons of this anime series are currently available no Netflix right now. If you’re looking for more like this, take a look at our list of the best sci-fi anime on Netflix.

Violet Evergarden

Creators: Kana Akatsuki
Total Episodes: 14
IMDb: 8.5

The heartfelt and emotional Violet Evergarden is a mini series based on the novels by Kana Akatsuki. With real life issues like love and war mixed in with elements of sci-fi, this anime series hits a wide range of demographics.

The story follows Violet Evergarden as she traverses the aftermath of a great war. As an ex-soldier herself, she decides to get a job at a writers’ agency so she can create letters that can connect people after the war tore people apart.

There are only 14 episodes of this series on Netflix, but there is also a special and feature length film you can stream.

Death Note

Creators: Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata
Total Episodes: 37
IMDb: 9.0

Death Note is the kind of thriller anime series that turns people who hate the genre into people looking for more — it’s that good. It draws you in and just doesn’t let go. It can make even the act of grabbing a chip seem dramatic.

The plot follows an intelligent, yet cynical high school student who suddenly finds himself in possession of a magical notebook that can kill anyone. All he has to do is write in their name. With such power, he attempts to cleanse the world of evil by taking out those who have committed atrocities. Is it true that absolute power corrupts?

You can currently stream all 37 episodes of Death Note on Netflix. There’s also a live-action movie, but please do not watch that.

Kakegurui

Creators: Homura Kawamoto, Toru Naomura
Total Episodes: 24
IMDb: 7.2

Is there anything with more drama and thrills than gambling? Kakegurui is an absolutely absurd premise, but the tension you feel watchin it makes it feel believable. It forces you to be invested.

The setting, one of the most intriguing elements of the story, is a high school ruled by gambling. Students gamble against eachother for money, power, and the sheer thrill of the game. Gambling is their lives, and it rules their lives. And while that may sound more like a sad, cold look into addiction, what you get is actually an enthralling anime series that is surprisingly raunchy.

There are two season currently available on Netflix right now. We recommend you watch every second.

Blue Period

Creator: Tsubasa Yamaguchi
Total Episodes: 11
IMDb: 7.8

If you’re looking for a high-school drama that leans more into the artistic side of life, Blue Period is the latest Netflix Original anime series to arrive on the platform.

The story follows popular high schooler Yatora Yaguchi as he finds himself bored with life. It isn’t until he finds inspiration in a painting that he begins to fall into the beautiful and emotional world of art. Blue Period is like a love letter to all of the artist out there who found something deeper in an artistic medium.

There is one season currently streaming on Netflix, with new episodes currently coming out weekly.

Great Pretender

Creator: Wit Studio
Total Episodes: 23
IMDb: 8.0

If you like heist movies and shows, then this is the best Netflix original anime for you. It has action, thrills, and some complex heists that will get you thinking.

The plot a young Japanese conman who ends up getting entangled in scams much bigger than he could ever think up. As the series progresses, character development progresses along with it and you get a deeper look into each con artist. What’s more, there is a satisfying ending to each con where the big reveal goes over everything that was going on behind the scenes.

There are currently 2 excellent seasons of this series on Netflix right now.

Forest of Piano

Creator: Makoto Isshiki
Total Episodes: 24
IMDb: 7.2

Forest of Piano, also known as Piano no Mori, is a musical drama that takes you on a beautiful yet simple story. It’s a tale of friendship love, and piano like you’ve probably never experienced before.

The story follows two people from completely different backgrounds. One is the son of a prostitute and the other is the son of a professional musician. Both of them bond through their love of the piano.

There are currently 2 seasons streaming on Netflix right now and there aren’t any plans for a 3rd season seeing as the series ends pretty strong.

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