Supernatural (1564)

Primarily taking place on Earth, supernatural stories incorporate elements or attributes that are unnatural and unexplainable by science. Creatures common in folklore (ghosts, vampires) or humans with metaphysical powers (telekinesis, mind reading) are often featured. Character traits (e.g. demon/spirit) and setting alone do not determine if a story is Supernatural. If only a few characters have powers and most of the cast would be in disbelief to discover this (e.g. one man is an exorcist and the rest are normal adults), then the story is Supernatural. If majority of the cast has magical or supernatural powers (e.g. one normal highschool boy surrounded by five goddesses), then the story is Fantasy. Sometimes a story can be both Supernatural and Fantasy, but this is rare. When searching for stories featuring creatures, spirits, or gods from folklore, the Mythology and Vampire themes can help refine your search. For superhero stories, please refer to Mahou Shoujo or Superpower.

Suzumiya Haruhi no Shoushitsu

Suzumiya Haruhi no Shoushitsu

Suzumiya Haruhi no Shoushitsu

On a cold December day, Kyon arrives at school prepared for another outing with his fellow SOS Brigade members. However, much to his surprise, he discovers that almost everything has changed completely: Haruhi Suzumiya and Itsuki Koizumi are nowhere to be found; Mikuru Asahina does not recognize him at all; Yuki Nagato is a regular human; and Ryouko Asakura has mysteriously returned. Although he is no stranger to the supernatural, Kyon is disturbed by this odd turn of events and decides to investigate on his own.

Finding himself to be the only person that is aware of the previous reality, Kyon is now faced with a difficult choice: to finally live the normal life he has always wanted, or uncover a way to turn back the hands of time and restore his chaotic yet familiar world.

Feb 6, 2010 | 1 eps | Publishing

Nurarihyon no Mago

Nurarihyon no Mago

Nurarihyon no Mago

Rikuo Nura, a part-youkai and part-human boy, grew up as the young master of the Nura Clan. Comprising youkai of all shapes and sizes, Rikuo treated the clan like family, however, he learned that he was the only one among his classmates who saw them in this light. To most, they were terrifying creatures of folklore who ate children and relished in bloodshed. Taking this to heart, he swore to live his life as a normal human.

Normalcy, however, is hard to come by for young Rikuo. Complicating his goal are his youkai attendant, who under the name Tsurara Oikawa, goes to school alongside him; the young onmyouji Yura Keikain; and his close friend Kiyotsugu, who idolizes youkai and hopes to prove their existence. To make matters worse, rival youkai and other entities threaten to harm those Rikuo holds dear.

If he wants to protect what's important to him, Rikuo must acknowledge his ancestry—that he is the grandson of the legendary Nurarihyon—and transform at night into a youkai, becoming worthy of being the next leader of the Nura Clan.

Jul 6, 2010 to Dec 21, 2010 | 24 eps | Publishing

Chuumon no Ooi Ryouriten

Chuumon no Ooi Ryouriten

Chuumon no Ooi Ryouriten

Nov 1958 | 1 eps | Publishing

Shinrei Tantei Yakumo

Shinrei Tantei Yakumo

Shinrei Tantei Yakumo

Haruka Ozawa's sophomore year is getting seriously scary. One of her friends is possessed, another has committed suicide and Haruka could be the next one to flunk the still-breathing test. Her only way out of this potentially lethal dead end? Yakumo Saito, an enigmatic student born with a mysterious red eye that allows him to see and communicate with the dead. But the deceased don't always desist and some killers are more than ready to kill again to keep dead men from telling any more tales. That doesn't stop Haruka's knack for digging up buried secrets, and there's even more evidence of bodies being exhumed by both Yakumo's police contact and an investigative journalist with a newly made corpse in her closet! Can this pair of anything but normal paranormal detectives solve the ultimate dead case files or will they end up in cold storage themselves?

(Source: Sentai Filmworks)
Oct 3, 2010 to Dec 26, 2010 | 13 eps | Publishing

Hipira-kun

Hipira-kun

Hipira-kun

In the city of Salta, a place where the sun never shines, a community of vampires lives. Hipira is a little vampire who lives the life of a typical boy, attending school and dealing with bullies along the way. However, he also has a soft spot for exploring, playing pranks on others and having grand adventures! Whether he's befriending a human soul, scaring his neighbours by pretending day has come or encountering giant frogs and aliens, Hipira is always getting himself into and out of trouble.
Dec 21, 2009 to Dec 25, 2009 | 10 eps | Publishing

Shiki

Shiki

Shiki

Life is idyllic and unassuming in the small town of Sotoba, a simple place where everyone knows everyone. However, tragedy strikes when Megumi Shimizu, a young girl with high aspirations, unexpectedly passes away from an unnamed illness. Over the torrid summer months, as more unexplained deaths crop up around the village, the town's doctor—Toshio Ozaki—begins to suspect that something more sinister than a mere disease is at play.

Toshio teams up with Natsuno Yuuki, an apathetic and aloof teenager, and siblings Kaori and Akira Tanaka, two of Megumi's friends, to unravel the dark mystery behind the deaths in Sotoba. With their combined efforts, the investigation leads them toward an eerie secret pertaining to the new family in the Kanemasa mansion.

Jul 9, 2010 to Dec 31, 2010 | 22 eps | Publishing

Hellsing: Psalm of the Darkness

Hellsing: Psalm of the Darkness

Hellsing: Psalm of the Darkness

Special that can be found on DVD. Contains animation not reused in the TV series.
Aug 3, 2001 | 1 eps | Publishing

11eyes: Momoiro Genmutan

11eyes: Momoiro Genmutan

11eyes: Momoiro Genmutan

Extra Blu-ray/DVD Episode 13 included on vol. 7.

In this special episode, Kakeru and the team enter a "Pink Night" instead of red. The "Black Knights" are now "Pink Ero-Rangers" and Lisolette is a bondage driver. The team's powers are also warped with an erotic twist. Kakeru can see through clothes, Yuka can change the boys into girls, Misuzu's swords are vibrators, Kukuri can speak, but only says and draws profanities, Yukiko becomes sexually excited when she takes off her glasses, and Takahisa shoots a small spout of water from his finger. This episode is merely a parody and is in no way related to the original storyline.
Jun 25, 2010 | 1 eps | Publishing

Zettai Karen Children OVA: Aitazousei! Ubawareta Mirai?

Zettai Karen Children OVA: Aitazousei! Ubawareta Mirai?

Zettai Karen Children OVA: Aitazousei! Ubawareta Mirai?

An OVA that takes place during the manga's middle school storyline.
Jul 16, 2010 | 1 eps | Publishing

Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san.

Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san.

Yondemasu yo, Azazel-san.

The great detective Akutabe has an assistant, Rinko Sakuma, who is trying to learn to summon demons. This is the story of her misadventure when she actually manages to summon 2 demons unexpectedly.
(Source: ANN)
Feb 23, 2010 to Jun 23, 2014 | 4 eps | Publishing

Sora no Otoshimono: Project Pink

Sora no Otoshimono: Project Pink

Sora no Otoshimono: Project Pink

The gang goes to an indoor swimming pool for some fun in the sun. As expected, all hell breaks loose when Tomoki goes on one of his perverted missions.

Meanwhile, Nymph is having some issues with the loss of her master and considers asking Tomoki to be her replacement master.

This episode was not aired on TV because it was deemed too dangerous...
Sep 9, 2010 | 1 eps | Publishing

Defend Love

Defend Love

Defend Love

The mysterious alter ego of Amuro gets sent to the first Gundam verse. There she meets Mobile Suit Gundam protagonist Amuro Ray and a battle ensues.
Dec 15, 2009 | 1 eps | Publishing

Shin Obake no Q-tarou

Shin Obake no Q-tarou

Shin Obake no Q-tarou

Sep 1, 1971 to Dec 27, 1972 | 70 eps | Publishing

Obake no Q-tarou (1985)

Obake no Q-tarou (1985)

Obake no Q-tarou (1985)

Sequel of Shin Obake no Q-tarou.
Apr 1, 1985 to Mar 29, 1987 | 510 eps | Publishing

Ashiaraiyashiki no Juunin-tachi.

Ashiaraiyashiki no Juunin-tachi.

Ashiaraiyashiki no Juunin-tachi.

More than twenty years ago, an evil summoner committed "Great Summon". One third of human beings were killed, and devils and monsters invaded the Earth. One day, a painter, Tamura Fukutaro, moves into an apartment house called "Ashiaraiyashiki" and gets involved in the troubles of his non-human neighbors. It's the beginning of a severe battle among gods, devils and the ruler "The Central".
Mar 25, 2010 | 1 eps | Publishing

Kuroshitsuji Picture Drama

Kuroshitsuji Picture Drama

Kuroshitsuji Picture Drama

It is almost Valentine's Day, and grim reaper Grell Sutcliff finally receives the opportunity to become the heroine of her very own harem battle. Whilst making chocolates for the demonic butler Sebastian Michaelis, Grell's preparations are interrupted by a whole host of handsome men smashing through the window.

First to appear is fellow reaper William T. Spears, who brings nothing but harsh reprimands. Next, however, the man of the hour appears—Sebastian Michaelis. The room begins to fill up even more, with Grell's unconventional harem expanding to include a pair of Phantomhive servants; the English branch manager of a Chinese trading company, Lau; the promiscuous Viscount Druitt; the Queen's butler, Ash Landers; and even the royal master-servant pair, Prince Soma and Agni. And when The Undertaker appears as "The Valentine's Fairy," this chaotic gathering becomes a lot more romantic.

Jan 31, 2010 | 1 eps | Publishing

Highschool of the Dead

Highschool of the Dead

Highschool of the Dead

It happened suddenly: The dead began to rise and Japan was thrown into total chaos. As these monsters begin terrorizing a high school, Takashi Kimuro is forced to kill his best friend when he gets bitten and joins the ranks of the walking dead. Vowing to protect Rei Miyamoto, the girlfriend of the man he just executed, they narrowly escape their death trap of a school, only to be greeted with a society that has already fallen.

Soon, Takashi and Rei band together with other students on a journey to find their family members and uncover what caused this overwhelming pandemic. Joining them is Saeko Busujima, the beautiful president of the Kendo Club; Kouta Hirano, an otaku with a fetish for firearms; Saya Takagi, the daughter of an influential politician; and Shizuka Marikawa, their hot school nurse. But will the combined strength of these individuals be enough to conquer this undead apocalypse?

Jul 5, 2010 to Sep 20, 2010 | 12 eps | Publishing

Colorful (Movie)

Colorful (Movie)

Colorful (Movie)

Upon arriving at the train station of death, an impure soul is granted a second chance at life against his will. Reincarnating into the body of Makoto Kobayashi, a 14-year-old boy who recently committed suicide, the soul is tasked to identify the boy's greatest sin in life within a time limit of six months. Although it remains reluctant toward continuing life as Makoto, the soul soon begins to notice the complexities of people's emotions and actions.

Deconstructing the ideas of fractured families and suicide, Colorful explores the intricacies of the daily struggles humans face but are too abashed to confront.

Aug 21, 2010 | 1 eps | Publishing

Gegege no Kitarou: Nippon Bakuretsu

Gegege no Kitarou: Nippon Bakuretsu

Gegege no Kitarou: Nippon Bakuretsu

Movie based on the 2007 TV anime with an original plot.
Dec 20, 2008 | 1 eps | Publishing

Gegege no Kitarou: Daikaijuu

Gegege no Kitarou: Daikaijuu

Gegege no Kitarou: Daikaijuu

Movie based on the 1996 TV anime with an original plot.
Jul 6, 1996 | 1 eps | Publishing

Gegege no Kitarou: Chisougan

Gegege no Kitarou: Chisougan

Gegege no Kitarou: Chisougan

An abbreviated 12 minute version of episode 37 from the 1971 TV anime. This was shown as part of the summer 1980 Toei Manga Matsuri and uses entirely recycled footage.

(Source: TSHS)
Jul 12, 1980 | 1 eps | Publishing

Gegege no Kitarou (1985 Movie)

Gegege no Kitarou (1985 Movie)

Gegege no Kitarou (1985 Movie)

Movie based on the 1985 TV anime with an original plot.
Dec 21, 1985 | 1 eps | Publishing

Gegege no Kitarou: Youkai Daisensou

Gegege no Kitarou: Youkai Daisensou

Gegege no Kitarou: Youkai Daisensou

Movie based on the 1985 TV anime with an original plot.
Mar 15, 1986 | 1 eps | Publishing

Gegege no Kitarou: Saikyou Youkai Gundan! Nippon Jouriku!!

Gegege no Kitarou: Saikyou Youkai Gundan! Nippon Jouriku!!

Gegege no Kitarou: Saikyou Youkai Gundan! Nippon Jouriku!!

Movie based on the 1985 TV anime with an original plot.
Jul 12, 1986 | 1 eps | Publishing