Drama anime
Difficult choices, relationships and coming-of-age stories. Drama anime exploring emotions, loss and changes in characters' lives.
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★ 7.6Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Hero Chapter
Yuuki Yuuna wa Yuusha de Aru: Yuusha no Shou
TV · 2017 · Action, Drama, Fantasy
Synopsis: Having fulfilled their destiny during the events of Yuuki Yuuna wa Yuusha de Aru, Sanshu Middle School's Hero Club—consisting of Yuuna Yuuki, Karin Miyoshi, and siblings Fuu and Itsuki Inubouzaki—is back in full swing, helping out those in need wherever they can. They have also g…
★ 7.8Future Boy Conan
Mirai Shounen Conan
TV · 1978 · Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi
Synopsis: Conan was the only child born on Remnant Island, a place settled by a group of refugees while they fled a terrifying wave of magnetic bombs that wiped out most of humanity. After 20 years, most of the castaways have died, save for Conan and the wise old man that raised him. Belie…
BLUE LOCK NEO EGOIST LEAGUE
Blue Lock: NEO EGOIST LEAGUE
TV · Action, Drama, Sports
Synopsis: Sequel to Blue Lock vs. U-20 Japan.
★ 4.7GYO: Tokyo Fish Attack
Gyo
OVA · 2012 · Drama, Horror, Mystery
Synopsis: Though her trip to Okinawa was supposed to be a lovely excursion to the seaside, college student Kaori Sawahara finds that it is anything but when a horrifying menace emerges from the watery depths. A strange mechanism has taken control of the sea creatures, granting them legs an…
★ 6.4Blue Miburo
Ao no Miburo
TV · 2024 · Drama
Synopsis: It's 1863, the twilight of the shogunate, and Japan is on the cusp of monumental change. The streets of the nation's capital are soaked in blood as political upheaval and rising tensions between masterless, wandering ronin and government samurai set the stage for one of the most …
★ 6.6Paradox Live THE ANIMATION
Paradox Live THE ANIMATION
TV · 2023 · Drama, Music, Sci-Fi
Synopsis: In a future where hip-hop reigns supreme, skilled rappers put on shows known as Phantom Lives. There they turn their powerful emotions into captivating illusions for their audiences through the usage of "Phantometal"—a material that reacts to the rapper's DNA to create the fantas…
★ 6.8Roujin Z
Roujin Z
Movie · 1991 · Action, Comedy, Drama
Synopsis: The Z Project was intended to give the new generation a break from caring for the old. The original intention was to create a machine to care for them without any intervention. At first glance, it looked like an excellent plan, and many of the younger generation approved of its a…
★ 7.3The Piano Forest
Piano no Mori
Movie · 2007 · Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Synopsis: Piano no Mori tells the story of Shuuhei Amamiya, a transfer student, and Kai Ichinose, a problem child from the rough areas of town. Upon transferring to Moriwaki Elementary and telling the other kids about his talent for piano, Shuuhei quickly finds himself as the victim of bul…
★ 7.4Free! -Timeless Medley- The Bond
Free!: Timeless Medley - Kizuna
Movie · 2017 · Drama, Slice of Life, Sports
Synopsis: Haruka Nanase has reconciled with his rival Rin Matsuoka, and they have re-established their friendship, determined to race each other again. Now Haruka, along with Makoto Tachibana, Rei Ryuugazaki, and Nagisa Hazuki, prepare for their upcoming tournaments, determined to compete …
★ 7.7Arknights: RISE FROM EMBER
Arknights: Enshin Shomei
TV · 2025 · Action, Drama, Fantasy
Synopsis: With the threat of Ursus and Reunion doubling down upon Lungmen, Ch'en, once the city's fiercest defender, renounces her loyalties before Lungmen's Chief Executive Wei Yenwu, revealing herself as Infected and the sister of Talulah, Reunion's enigmatic leader. Cast adrift from Lun…
★ 6.1Maburaho
Maburaho
TV · 2003 · Comedy, Drama, Ecchi
Synopsis: In the world of Maburaho, everyone is born with the ability to use magic and are thus labeled magicians. However, the magical ability of each person is not equal. The number of times you can use magic determines the amount of respect you receive, and since one’s magical power is …
★ 6.7LOST SONG
LOST SONG
ONA · 2018 · Drama, Fantasy, Music
Synopsis: Lost Song tells the stories of the cheerful Rin and the reserved Finis, two songstresses who are capable of performing magical songs. Rin grew up in a remote village with her family and was taught to keep her power secret, while Finis lives and performs in the royal palace. Rin's…
★ 7.3Forest of Piano Season 2
Piano no Mori 2 (TV)
TV · 2019 · Drama, Music
Synopsis: With the start of the Chopin piano competition, Kai Ichinose, Shuuhei Amamiya, and many other hopeful musicians from around the world strive to reach the top. The stakes have never been higher, and the judges are rigorous when it comes to selecting the winner out of the plethora …
★ 6.9Mr. Tonegawa: Middle Management Blues
Chuukan Kanriroku Tonegawa
TV · 2018 · Comedy, Drama, Psychological
Synopsis: Chuukan Kanriroku Tonegawa is a spin-off of the Kaiji series, which follows Tonegawa, the right hand man of Kazutaka Hyoudou, the president of the Teiai Corporation and owner of numerous gambling tournaments. After Hyoudou is getting bored with his life, he orders Tonegawa to org…
★ 6.8The Deer King
Shika no Ou: Yuna to Yakusoku no Tabi
Movie · 2022 · Action, Adventure, Drama
Synopsis: Ten years ago, the Zol Empire conquered the neighboring lands of Aquafa, forcibly merging the two nations. Though the effort was a success, the Zol invasion could not seize Fire Horse Village, where an outbreak of a mysterious deadly disease known as Black Wolf Fever occurred. Si…
★ 7.1Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya: Licht Nameless Girl
Fate/kaleid liner Prisma☆Illya: Licht - Namae no Nai Shoujo
Movie · 2021 · Action, Drama, Fantasy
Synopsis: The world is dying, no longer able to support life. The Ainsworth family can use the Holy Grail to save humanity, but the price of salvation is sacrifice of the magical girl Miyu—but Miyu's brother, Shirou, won't let them have her without a fight. Now it's up to Illya to step in …
★ 6.9Book Girl Movie
Bungaku Shoujo
Movie · 2010 · Drama, Mystery, Psychological
Synopsis: The protagonist of the story, Konoha Inoue, is a seemingly normal senior high 2nd year student. His high school life, other than a hinted incident 2 years ago, can be summed up as normal- if one can dismiss the secret fact that he used to be a female bestselling romance author. D…
★ 6.3Attack on Titan Picture Drama
Shingeki no Kyojin: Chimi Kyara Gekijou - Tondeke! Kunren Heidan
Special · 2013 · Action, Comedy, Drama
Synopsis: Shingeki no Kyojin Picture Drama is a series of Flash animated gag shorts included with the Blu-ray Disc/DVD releases, featuring the characters in chibi form. Consisting of nine episodes, this series takes a light hearted and comedic take on the the SNK series with many memorable…
★ 6.2Skate-Leading Stars
Skate-Leading☆Stars
TV · 2021 · Drama, Sports
Synopsis: Child figure skating prodigy Kensei Maeshima abruptly quits the sport after his one-sided rival, Reo Shinozaki, refuses to acknowledge his skill. Now, as a student at Inodai High School, Kensei uses his athletic skills to assist the other sports teams, but he never officially joi…
★ 7.2TRILLION GAME
Trillion Game
TV · 2024 · Action, Comedy, Drama
Synopsis: After socially awkward technology specialist Manabu "Gaku" Taira is saved from thugs by the outgoing Haru Tennouji, the two men find that they get along with each other well. Years later, Gaku, who is having a tough time getting a job due to his timidness, is convinced by Haru to…
★ 6.7Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory
Kidou Senshi Gundam 0083: STARDUST MEMORY
OVA · 1991 · Adventure, Drama, Mecha
Synopsis: It is the year 0083 of the Universal Century. The rebellious Principality of Zeon has been defeated in the One Year War by the Earth Federation. However, a faction of Zeon remnants led by Aguille Delaz fled from the final battle, hiding themselves away. After three long years, th…
★ 7.8One Piece: Episode of Merry - The Tale of One More Friend
ONE PIECE: Episode of Merry - Mou Hitori no Nakama no Monogatari
Special · 2013 · Action, Adventure, Comedy
Synopsis: After Brook questions the origin of the Mini Merry name, Usopp and Chopper Tony Tony recall the adventures of the Straw Hat Crew's beloved ship, friend, and crew member—the Going Merry. Usopp abandons the crew for a fight over the Going Merry while Robin Nico leaves with the gove…
★ 6.9Digimon Adventure tri. Chapter 4: Loss
Digimon Adventure tri. 4: Soushitsu
Movie · 2017 · Action, Adventure, Drama
Synopsis: The Chosen Children have been reunited with their Digimon partners, who no longer remember them due to the effects of a digital reset. While everyone tries to reconnect with their digital monsters, Sora Takenouchi encounters resistance from Piyomon, who stubbornly refuses to spea…
★ 7.4Emma: A Victorian Romance
Eikoku Koi Monogatari Emma
TV · 2005 · Drama, Romance, Slice of Life
Synopsis: Emma has been a maid for most of her life. Working for a retired governess—the strict but compassionate Kelly Stownar—Emma has grown to love her work and has long since accepted her place in society. Beautiful, hardworking, and exceptionally kind, Emma has captured the hearts of …
