Drama anime
Difficult choices, relationships and coming-of-age stories. Drama anime exploring emotions, loss and changes in characters' lives.
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★ 6.3The Diary of Anne Frank
Anne no Nikki
Movie · 1995 · Drama
Synopsis: Amsterdam, June 12, 1942. Anne celebrates her 13th birthday and begins her diary, which she calls "Kitty". Hiding for two years from the German threat, the young girl writes about her idealistic views on the world, her ambitions, her fears and her first love, Peter.
★ 7.0Utawarerumono Short Episodes
Utawarerumono Short Episodes
Special · 2006 · Action, Comedy, Drama
Synopsis: DVD specials of comedic events that occurred during the story of Utawarerumono. The specials are included in the DVD Box special disc.
★ 6.6Mysterious Play OVA 2
Fushigi Yuugi OVA 2
OVA · 1997 · Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Synopsis: After Tamahome is reborn into the real world as Taka Sukunami, it does not take long until he meets Miaka Yuuki again, leading to their romance blooming once more. However, the appearance of Ren Shigyou—a new student at Miaka's high school—disturbs their blissful days. Resentful …
★ 7.0Twin Spica
Futatsu no Spica
TV · 2003 · Drama, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
Synopsis: When Kamogawa Asumi was just a baby, her mother was grievously injured when a rocket crashed to the ground. Five years later, having been in a coma all the time, Asumi's mother finally dies, and the little girl struggles to come to terms with the death of a mother she barely reme…
★ 6.4Twin Spirit Detectives
Shuangsheng Lingtan
ONA · Drama, Mystery, Psychological
Synopsis: There is always more to the world than meets the eye. This is the motto that twin brothers Sun Xiaotu and Sun Xiaohu follow in their lives as paranormal investigators, where what may be terrifying to some is just another day at work. Normally, it is simple for them to separate th…
★ 7.0Be My Wife Season 2
Xie Wang Zhui Qi: Yishi Qingcheng
ONA · Action, Drama, Fantasy
Synopsis: The well-known special agent, Su Luo, was betrayed and killed. And before she knew it, she was reborn as the most useless Fourth Lady in Su Residence within Bi Luo Land. The public despised her and scorned her, and Lord Jin is the only person who's trying to pursue her. With the …
★ 5.3Violence Jack: Hell's Wind
Violence Jack: Hell's Wind
OVA · 1990 · Action, Drama, Horror
Synopsis: The survivors of Kanto's Hell Earthquake built a new city and christened it "Hope Town". However, this peaceful town becomes a nightmare when it's raided by the motorcycle gang, "Hell's Wind". They abduct the women while the remaining townsfolk are left helpless against them. Mea…
★ 5.6Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Picture Drama - The Night of the Beginning
Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch Picture Drama STAGE 0.97 - Hajimari no Zenya
Special · 2013 · Action, Drama, Mecha
Synopsis: A special included with the Blu-Ray release of the main series. Lelouch monologues on his dissatisfaction with Britannia's rule and the need to hide his and Nunnally's connection to the Britannian throne. (Source: Wikipedia)
★ 5.9We Without Wings OVA
Oretachi ni Tsubasa wa Nai: Hadairo Ritsu Kyuuwari Zou!?
OVA · 2011 · Drama, Ecchi, Fantasy
Synopsis: An OVA bundled with the non-adult version of the OreTsuba PC game. The OVA has more fan service than the TV series (what they call, "nakedness plus 90%").
★ 6.4Corpse Princess: Kuro - Even So, As a Person
Shikabane Hime: Kuro – Soredemo, Hito to Shite
Special · 2009 · Action, Adventure, Drama
Synopsis: This special follows the story of how Isaki Shuuji and Ruo Minai became Contracted Priest and Shikabane Hime.
★ 5.6Hanayaka Nari, Waga Ichizoku: Kinetograph
Hanayaka Nari, Waga Ichizoku: Kinetograph
OVA · 2012 · Drama, Romance
Synopsis: During the Taishou period of early 20th-century Japan, Haru Asagi is sent to work as a maid to support her struggling family. The Miyanomori family, which she serves, is highly influential across Japan and consists of one of the nation's top magnates and his six sons—but power an…
★ 6.0Give It All
Ganbatte Ikimasshoi
Movie · 2024 · Drama, Sports
Synopsis: Back in elementary school, Etsuko Murakami thought that she was special due to her speed. As other people eventually passed her in athleticism, she grew dissatisfied and gave up running. Now a second-year in high school, Etsuko becomes even more discouraged when the rowing club s…
★ 6.8D.C.if: Da Capo if
D.C.if: Da Capo if
OVA · 2009 · Drama, Romance
Synopsis: This two episode OVA retelling of the first Da Capo series with the "what if" Junichi Asakura were to return Kotori Shirakawa's feelings.
★ 6.7Animation Runner Kuromi
Animation Seisaku Shinkou Kuromi-chan
OVA · 2001 · Comedy, Drama
Synopsis: Having just graduated from animation school, Mikiko Oguro eagerly arrives at Studio Petit for her first day of work. However, an unfortunate situation suddenly paves the way for the novice animator to become the production manager of Time Journeys: an upcoming TV anime with a tig…
★ 7.3Black Jack 21
Black Jack 21
TV · 2006 · Action, Drama
Synopsis: No direct-relation sequel to original Black Jack. Black Jack attempts to find out the conspiracy, of why he was involved in the bombfield accident that killed his mother, while he uncovers secrets of Organization and Project "Noir", which, his father and other famous doctors were…
★ 6.6Eigi: SHADOW SKILL
Eigi: SHADOW SKILL
TV · 1998 · Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Synopsis: In the land of Kuruda, warriors with magical powers and incredible fighting skills battle for the ultimate prize: the title of Sevaar, the strongest warrior in the land. Elle Ragu, nicknamed Shadow Skill, is the newest Sevaar to emerge, but that doesn't make her life any easier. …
★ 7.5Your Letter
Yeonui Pyeonji
Movie · Adventure, Drama, Mystery
Synopsis: Lee Sori, a polite and righteous girl, attends a middle school plagued with bullying. Enraged by the tragic effects it has had on her friend Kim Julie, she decides to take a stand against the bullying. Unfortunately, this only leads the bullies to switch their target to Sori. Bel…
★ 5.9Hades Project Zeorymer
Project Zeorymer
OVA · 1988 · Action, Adventure, Drama
Synopsis: A young man named Akitsu Masato is captured by a secret govt. project known as "Last Guardian". He is told that his life as a normal student was all a lie, and that his real destiny is to be the pilot of a great robot called "Zeorymer of the Heavens". The truth of this is hammere…
★ 6.6Soulmate Adventure
Feng Ling Yu Xiu
ONA · Action, Adventure, Comedy
Synopsis: It is rumored in the martial world that a mystery white-haired girl suddenly appeared around the thief Feng Ling Er. She is so powerful that many martial arts masters can't defeat her. The girl's identity, the source of her power and her influence to the world all caused discussi…
★ 6.6Laughing Salesman
Warau Salesman
TV short · 1989 · Comedy, Drama, Horror
Synopsis: Each episode follows Fukuzou Moguro, a traveling salesman, and his current customer. Moguro deals in things that give his customers their heart's desire, and once his deals are made and their unhealthy desires are satisfied, Moguro's customers are often left with terrible repercu…
★ 6.2Mermaid Forest
Ningyo no Mori
OVA · 1991 · Drama, Horror, Mystery
Synopsis: It is said that consuming the flesh of a mermaid confers immortality. This certainly proved to be the case for the 500-year-old Yuta and his friend Mana. However, most people who try to become immortal either die or transform into monsters. Fifty-five years ago, Towa Kannagi was …
★ 6.7Beryl and Sapphire
Xiaolü He Xiaolan
ONA · Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi
Synopsis: "I've been holding a few words back for a long time — I like you!" "Beryl and Sapphire" is a popular manhua created by artist Ocarina. Here includes protagonists with the most random names in history — the mild-mannered Beryl (Green) and the easily-embarrassed Sapphire (Blue). At…
★ 6.6The Outcast Season 5
Yi Ren Zhi Xia 5
ONA · Action, Drama, Mystery
Synopsis: Zhang Chulan, Feng Baobao, and the temporary workers, in pursuit of Chen Duo, arrive at Biyou Village. While uncovering the truth behind Chen Duo's murder of Liao Zhong, the fate of Ma Xianhong and the cultivation furnace is also imminent. A dark and windy night, the perfect time…
★ 6.9Big Windup!: The Basics of Basics
Ookiku Furikabutte: Kihon no Kihon
Special · 2008 · Drama, Sports
Synopsis: In the summer before Ren Mihashi makes his high school baseball debut, another drama is playing out at Musashino High. The short-statured Naoto Kaguyama feels threatened by freshman pitcher Motoki Haruna after seeing how seriously he trains. Afraid that Haruna will take his place…
