Riding the growing wave of anime’s global popularity, Netflix has carefully added gems to its library that have nostalgia, heartfelt stories, and high-energy thrillers. From the gentle charm of My Happy Marriage to the awkward sweetness of Komi Can’t Communicate, the list does not end. Some shows have intense, emotionally powerful storytelling with stunning visuals, while others are healing. 

While the streaming giant clearly has plenty to explore, here are five wholesome anime movies and shows that quietly pull viewers in from the first glance and keep them hooked till the very end.

The series, BEASTARS follows a high school populated by anthropomorphic animals, and explores rising tensions between carnivores and herbivores after the shocking murder of an alpaca. And it remains upon a reserved gray wolf to dissect the truth, as it also grapples with its own conflicted feelings toward a rabbit. It is unable to figure out if he wants to eat or date the rabbit.

While the series is packed with intriguing drama, mystery, and layered storytelling, it is also praised for its impressive animation. Chikahiro Kobayashi, Yuki Ono, Sayaka Senbongi, Griffin Puatu, Lara Jill Miller, and Daman Mills are part of the cast. Based on a popular manga, Beastars has three seasons, each with more than  10 episodes, which are currently streaming on Netflix. 

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is set in a dystopian world, which follows a smart young man who can manipulate time to join a group of misfit hackers. While the characters have superpowers, no one can be trusted in this world. The series is packed with action and thrill just at the right amount, making it a must-watch. 

Kenn, Aoi Yûki, Kento Shiraishi, Hiroki Touchi, and Michio Kaiden are part of the cast. All 10 episodes of the series are available to stream on Netflix.

The anime series, Delicious in Dungeon, follows a group of adventurers who set out to rescue their friend after she is eaten by a dragon deep inside a dangerous dungeon. With no supplies left, they decide to survive by cooking and eating the monsters they encounter along the way. During their journey, they face traps, creatures, and unexpected challenges while forming stronger bonds with each other. 

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Kentarô Kumagai, Sayaka Senbongi, Asuna Tomari, Hiroshi Naka, Miyu Tomita, Tooru Nara, and Akira Miki are part of the cast. The series has fantasy, adventure, humor, and as well as some delicious food with odd ingredients. All 24 episodes of the show are available to stream.

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is about a burnt-out office worker, Akira Tendo, who finally feels alive when a zombie apocalypse shatters his exhausting routine. What should be terrifying instead awakens him as the weight of his old life disappears overnight. Determined not to waste this chance, he creates a bucket list of 100 things that he wants to do before turning into a zombie.

This starts a journey of joy and fear in a world that’s falling apart. It follows Akira and his friends as they fulfill their wishes, experience joy, and moments of meaning while battling against the zombies. Based on a famous manga, the series has 12 episodes. It also has a live-action adaptation available on Netflix. 

Vampire in the Garden brings its viewers amid a long war between humans and vampires that has left both sides bitter and divided. While the humans have left music and arts behind, the vampires have maintained a rich and beautiful life, enjoying art and music. However, things take a turn when a young human girl unexpectedly crosses paths with a vampire queen who is equally tired of the endless conflict. 

Despite being enemies, the two form a bond and choose to leave the war behind in search of a peaceful place. This follows their journey where they discover how trust is rare as well as the beauty of music, emotions, and moments of hope. 

Megumi Han, Yu Kobayashi. Chiaki Kobayashi, Rica Fukami, and Hiroki Touchi lend their voices to the characters. All five episodes of the series are available to stream on Netflix to binge-watch. After watching intense action thrillers and horror, Vampire in the Garden might be the perfect watch. These are the perfect anime series to add to the Netflix best anime list. 

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