So, let’s get into the first five in this list of 20 Super Disturbing Anime—and trust me, this is just the tip of the iceberg.
1. Made in Abyss – Looks Cute, Feels Like a Nightmare
Alright, so if you judged Made in Abyss based on its character designs alone, you’d think it’s a wholesome adventure anime—something along the lines of Pokemon or Ghibli movies. But NOPE, this series is pure pain.
At first, it seems like a charming fantasy story about a girl named Riko and her mysterious robot friend Reg as they descend into the Abyss—a deep, unexplored chasm filled with ancient relics and unknown dangers. But here’s where things get horrifying:
- The Abyss has a curse that inflicts gruesome effects on those who try to climb back up. The deeper you go, the worse it gets. We’re talking vomiting blood, hallucinations, body deformations, and straight-up death.
- There’s a torturous sequence involving a character named Nanachi and her best friend, and if you’re not emotionally dead inside, you will absolutely cry.
- There’s a disgusting, gut-wrenching scene where one of the main characters is poisoned and has to go through a brutal amputation. It’s one of those moments that makes you pause the episode and question your life choices.
The music is eerie, the atmosphere is oppressive, and the show constantly reminds you that you are not ready for what’s coming next.
2. My Life as Inukai-san's Dog – WHAT IN THE ACTUAL F…?
If you ever wondered what it would be like to be reincarnated as a high school girl’s dog, first of all, why? Second, My Life as Inukai-san's Dog is exactly what it sounds like—but WAY WORSE than you’d expect.
This anime is just one long, perverted fever dream where the main character, a dude, somehow wakes up as a literal pet dog belonging to his crush, Karen Inukai. Now, that premise might sound like some kind of wacky isekai comedy, but nope, it’s a full-blown fetish-fest.
- There are so many questionable, creepy, and borderline illegal moments that make you wonder, why does this exist?
- The show over-sexualizes every single thing—bathing, eating, even just regular pet interactions turn into something straight out of an adult film.
- The worst part? It takes itself way too seriously at times, making the whole thing even more unsettling.
Honestly, this anime feels like a cursed tape that, once you watch it, you just lose a piece of your soul. Stay FAR away from this one unless you’re into max-level degeneracy.
3. Apocalypse Zero – Body Horror Gone Absolutely Insane
If you thought anime like Berserk or Elfen Lied were brutal, then you haven’t seen Apocalypse Zero. This anime doesn’t just push the limits of gore and body horror—it annihilates them.
Set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity is basically hanging by a thread, our main character, Kakugo, fights against nightmarish mutants using a super-powered armor suit. But what makes this anime next-level disturbing is its sheer disgusting visuals:
- Mutants in this show aren’t just your regular zombies or monsters. They are abominations straight out of your worst nightmares—twisted, fleshy, grotesque creatures that look like they crawled out of hell itself.
- There’s a human-faced mutant with giant breasts that CRUSH people to death. Yep, you read that right.
- Another creature rips a man’s skin off and wears it like a coat—and it’s animated in painstaking detail.
If you have a weak stomach, do NOT watch this anime. If you love seeing absolute chaos and disgusting horror, well… this one’s for you.
4. Goosh Goosh – The Forbidden Anime Clip
Alright, Goosh Goosh isn’t actually a full anime series—it’s a legendary and infamous clip from an obscure anime called Tokyo Tribe 2. But it’s so horrifying that it deserves its own spot on this list.
This clip has achieved meme status on the internet, but trust me, if you don’t know what it is, you’re better off staying in the dark.
- It involves an incredibly disturbing and violent assault scene—one of the most horrifying things ever animated.
- It’s so brutal and disgusting that even seasoned horror fans feel sick watching it.
- The internet took this scene and turned it into a cursed meme, but that doesn’t change the fact that it’s pure nightmare fuel.
If you value your sanity, DO NOT SEARCH FOR GOOSH GOOSH. If you do, you have been warned.
5. Akira – A Cyberpunk Masterpiece… with Body Horror Galore
Now, Akira is a legendary anime—a cyberpunk classic that has influenced movies like The Matrix and Inception. But alongside its groundbreaking animation and deep story, it also has some of the most disturbing scenes in anime history.
At first, it follows Kaneda and Tetsuo, two biker gang members in a dystopian Neo-Tokyo. But when Tetsuo gets caught in a government experiment, all hell breaks loose.
- Tetsuo slowly loses his mind as he gains godlike powers, leading to one of the most grotesque transformations in anime history.
- There’s a haunting dream sequence with giant, decaying teddy bears that makes zero sense but is somehow terrifying.
- The infamous mutation scene, where Tetsuo expands into a disgusting, fleshy abomination, is easily one of the most horrifying moments in anime.
Even if you love Akira, you can’t deny how unsettling it is—especially that final act. It’s a beautiful yet horrifying experience, and that’s what makes it a masterpiece.
6. Boku no Pico – The Anime That Must Not Be Named
Alright. We need to talk about this.
If you’ve been in the anime community long enough, you’ve probably heard of Boku no Pico. Maybe you got tricked into watching it. Maybe someone recommended it to you as a joke. Maybe you searched for it out of morbid curiosity. Whatever the case—you regretted it immediately.
Let’s make one thing very clear:
- This is not a meme.
- This is not funny.
- This is absolutely disgusting and illegal in most countries.
If you somehow don’t know what this is, consider yourself blessed. Because the people who do? We are not okay. This cursed OVA is basically the anime community’s forbidden fruit, something that should have never existed but somehow still does.
I’m not going to go into graphic detail, but let’s just say this is one of the most disturbing, messed-up, and morally repulsive anime ever made. Avoid it like the plague. In fact, pretend it doesn’t exist.
If someone ever tells you, “Hey, check out Boku no Pico!” run. Block them. Leave the country. Change your identity.
7. Devilman Crybaby – Beautiful, Brutal, and Heartbreaking
Now, let’s move on to an anime that’s actually incredible but still disturbing as hell—Devilman Crybaby.
Based on Go Nagai’s legendary 1972 manga, this 2018 Netflix adaptation cranked everything up to 11—from the visuals, to the emotions, to the absolute carnage.
What makes Devilman Crybaby so disturbing?
- The insane amount of nudity and gore—people are literally ripped in half, eaten alive, or dismembered within the first few episodes.
- The brutal reality of humanity—this anime isn’t just about demons. It’s about how messed up humans are when pushed to the edge.
- The final few episodes will break you. No spoilers, but if you’ve ever had hope for a happy ending, this anime will destroy that.
Despite how disturbing it is, Devilman Crybaby is also a masterpiece—it’s visually stunning, emotionally gut-wrenching, and philosophically deep. But make no mistake: you will suffer.
8. Hellsing Ultimate – The Bloodbath That Never Ends
If Dracula and Call of Duty Zombies had a baby and fed it pure insanity, you’d get Hellsing Ultimate.
This is the definitive version of Hellsing, following Alucard, a near-invincible vampire who works for the Hellsing Organization to eradicate other supernatural threats—except this anime doesn’t just show vampires sucking blood. It shows them tearing people apart, ripping guts out, and painting the walls red with carnage.
What makes Hellsing Ultimate so disturbing?
- The sheer brutality. Alucard doesn’t just kill people—he massacres them in the most violent ways imaginable.
- The Nazi cult plotline. Yep, there’s an entire Nazi organization called Millennium, and their whole goal is to create an immortal army of the undead.
- The psychological horror. Some scenes aren’t just violent, they’re deeply unsettling, like when characters break down mentally before dying in horrible ways.
But despite how messed up it is, Hellsing Ultimate is also one of the most badass anime ever made. It’s over-the-top, action-packed, and Alucard is an absolute beast. Just don’t go in expecting anything less than pure, chaotic bloodshed.
9. Redo of Healer – Revenge Gone WAY Too Far
Oh god. This anime.
Redo of Healer was so controversial that it got banned in multiple countries. And honestly? I get it.
On the surface, it’s about a healer named Keyaru who’s abused and tortured by heroes he trusted, only to get the chance to rewind time and get revenge. Sounds like a dark fantasy story, right? Well… no. It’s much worse than that.
Why is Redo of Healer so disturbing?
- The revenge aspect is just straight-up torture. Keyaru doesn’t just get even—he mentally and physically breaks his abusers in ways that make you feel uncomfortable.
- The excessive scenes of abuse. It’s not just one or two—it’s the entire plot of the anime.
- It glorifies the worst aspects of humanity. Instead of feeling satisfying, the revenge just feels wrong and disgusting.
There’s no good side in this anime—everyone is awful, and watching it makes you feel awful. Even if you love dark revenge stories, this one just crosses every possible line.
10. Blood-C – Cuteness? Nah. Just Suffering.
Imagine watching a cute, lighthearted slice-of-life anime about a girl named Saya, only to have the entire thing morph into an absolute bloodbath. That’s Blood-C.
At first, it tricks you into thinking it’s a simple schoolgirl-with-a-sword story. But the second half?
PURE NIGHTMARE FUEL.
Why is Blood-C so disturbing?
- The gore is beyond extreme—characters are ripped apart, crushed, decapitated, and eaten in the most excruciatingly detailed ways possible.
- There’s an infamous “bunny massacre” scene where giant creatures hunt down and slaughter people like cattle. It’s so horrific that even hardcore horror fans struggle to watch it.
- The entire story is one big cruel joke—every bit of happiness is just there to make the suffering hit harder.
If you want a slow-burn horror anime that goes from 0 to 100 real fast, Blood-C is for you. Just be prepared for some of the most gruesome scenes in anime history.
11. Elfen Lied – When Gore Meets Existential Dread
Elfen Lied is one of those anime that looks like it could be heartwarming—until you actually watch the first five minutes and see a naked girl telekinetically explode an entire hallway full of people.
Yeah. Welcome to Elfen Lied.
This anime is famous for:
- Ridiculous amounts of gore – We’re talking limbs flying, heads exploding, people being torn apart in ways you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy.
- Psychological and emotional torment – Lucy, the main girl, is both a tragic victim and an absolute monster.
- Trauma everywhere – Almost every character has suffered something horrifying, whether it’s abuse, torture, or just watching their loved ones die in front of them.
Elfen Lied is beautifully tragic but also deeply disturbing. If you love dark sci-fi with existential themes, this one’s worth watching—just don’t eat while doing it.
12. Corpse Party – A Bloodbath from Hell
If you ever thought, “Horror anime aren’t scary,” then watch Corpse Party—and prepare to regret every decision that led you here.
This anime, based on the infamous horror game, throws a group of students into a haunted school filled with vengeful ghosts. Sounds like a typical horror story, right?
Wrong.
What makes Corpse Party one of the most disturbing anime ever:
- Brutal, graphic deaths – People don’t just die. They get tortured, mutilated, and sometimes even forced to watch their friends get ripped apart.
- Unrelenting dread – The entire anime is a slow-burn nightmare where you just KNOW everyone’s screwed.
- One of the most disturbing “eye scenes” in anime history – If you know, you know. And you can never unsee it.
This anime doesn’t pull any punches. If you’re a gorehound who loves suffering, Corpse Party will deliver in the worst way possible.
13. Perfect Blue – When Reality and Insanity Blur
Here’s where things get psychologically disturbing.
Satoshi Kon’s Perfect Blue isn’t about monsters, demons, or gore—it’s about how terrifying the human mind can be when pushed to its limits.
The story follows Mima, a former pop idol trying to become an actress—only to be stalked, manipulated, and slowly driven insane.
What makes Perfect Blue so unnerving?
- The blurred line between reality and delusion – You never know what’s real and what’s in Mima’s head.
- The obsessive stalker subplot – The idea that someone is watching you, controlling you, and slowly breaking you down is one of the scariest things imaginable.
- Brutal psychological horror – Instead of jump scares, this anime gets under your skin with pure paranoia and existential dread.
Perfect Blue is one of the greatest psychological horror films ever made—so much so that it inspired movies like Black Swan and Requiem for a Dream.
If you haven’t seen it yet, prepare for an anxiety attack.
14. Jobless Reincarnation – Disturbing in a Different Way
Alright, let’s talk about Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation.
At first glance, this anime looks like a beautifully animated isekai fantasy—and it is. But if you actually watch it, you’ll quickly realize that the main character is a disgusting creep.
What makes Jobless Reincarnation disturbing?
- The protagonist is a pervert, and the anime doesn’t try to hide it – Unlike other fantasy anime that might brush this stuff off, Jobless Reincarnation shoves it in your face.
- It plays disturbing moments way too casually – There are scenes involving underage characters that are WAY too uncomfortable to be treated as jokes.
- The anime wants you to sympathize with the MC despite all this – It tries to make you feel bad for him, but some of his actions are downright unacceptable.
Some fans argue that Jobless Reincarnation has an amazing fantasy world and character development, and they’re not wrong. But if you have even the slightest moral compass, there are moments that will make you want to stop watching immediately.
15. Happy Sugar Life – Don’t Let the Cute Aesthetic Fool You
With a title like Happy Sugar Life, you’d expect something wholesome, right?
Nope. This anime is pure nightmare fuel wrapped in pink ribbons.
The story follows Satou Matsuzaka, a seemingly sweet high school girl who is actually a psychotic, obsessive stalker willing to do anything—even kill—to keep her “beloved” safe.
Why is Happy Sugar Life disturbing?
- It’s basically Yandere Simulator: The Anime – Satou murders, manipulates, and covers up horrific crimes without a second thought.
- It shows just how far an obsession can go – Satou genuinely believes what she’s doing is “love,” but it’s pure insanity.
- Some of the side characters are even worse – This anime isn’t just about Satou—it features some of the most vile, irredeemable human beings imaginable.
The contrast between the cute visuals and the horrifying story makes Happy Sugar Life a uniquely unsettling experience. If you love psychological horror with a cute but deadly twist, this is for you.
16. Genocyber – The Definition of “Too Much Gore”
If you thought Elfen Lied was violent, you haven’t seen anything yet.
Genocyber is a cyberpunk horror OVA from the 90s that makes modern gore anime look like children’s cartoons.
What makes Genocyber disturbing?
- Absurdly over-the-top violence – Bodies aren’t just killed; they’re ripped apart, melted, crushed, and shredded into meat chunks.
- Mindless, senseless destruction – There’s no deeper meaning behind the violence; it’s just relentless brutality for the sake of it.
- A confusing, depressing plot – The story is about bio-engineered superweapons and how they basically destroy the world. No one wins. Everyone dies.
If you love classic ultra-violent OVAs, Genocyber is a must-watch—but be prepared for some of the nastiest deaths in anime history.
17. Yosuga no Sora – The Incest Anime That No One Wanted
Alright, this one is disturbing for a completely different reason.
Yosuga no Sora is an anime that looks like your standard romance drama—until you realize that the main focus is a romantic relationship between twin siblings.
Why is Yosuga no Sora disturbing?
- The entire anime builds up to a “love story” between siblings – And it treats it seriously, as if it’s supposed to be touching.
- Explicit scenes that go WAY too far – Unlike other anime that imply things off-screen, Yosuga no Sora shows way too much.
- The worst kind of romance anime – Instead of being a trashy guilty pleasure, this anime wants you to take its incest storyline seriously, which makes it even more uncomfortable.
Even among anime fans who have seen some messed-up stuff, Yosuga no Sora is infamous.
If you’re curious, watch it. But don’t say I didn’t warn you.
18. Danganronpa 3 – Pure Psychological Torture
If you’ve played the Danganronpa games, you already know the deal: murder, betrayal, and psychological breakdowns.
But Danganronpa 3? It takes all of that and cranks it to the extreme.
Why is Danganronpa 3 one of the most disturbing anime?
- Brutal, creative executions – Every death in this anime is personalized to maximize psychological and physical suffering.
- The despair is turned up to 11 – Unlike the previous entries, this anime is pure nihilism. Hope is a joke, and everyone suffers horribly.
- Characters you love get wrecked – Fans of the games? Yeah, prepare to cry.
If you want an anime that emotionally destroys you, Danganronpa 3 will do the job perfectly.
19. Terror in Resonance – Psychological Trauma in a Real-World Setting
Unlike the other anime on this list, Terror in Resonance isn’t disturbing because of gore, sexual content, or over-the-top horror.
It’s disturbing because it feels way too real.
This anime follows two teenagers who commit acts of terrorism in Japan, but instead of being portrayed as villains, they’re deep, tragic characters with a heartbreaking past.
Why is Terror in Resonance disturbing?
- The realism hits hard – Unlike fantasy or sci-fi horror, this anime shows how trauma and corruption create real-life tragedies.
- A chilling portrayal of terrorism – The anime makes you question morality in a way that’s uncomfortable but brilliant.
- The ending will break you – No spoilers, but it’s not a happy one.
If you love psychological thrillers that feel painfully real, this anime will haunt you for days.
20. Midori: Shoujo Tsubaki (1992) – The Most Disturbing Anime of All Time?
And now, we’ve reached the grand finale.
If there’s one anime that truly deserves the title of “most disturbing,” it’s Midori: Shoujo Tsubaki—also known as Midori (1992).
This banned, underground film is so brutal that it barely even counts as anime. It’s more like a horrific fever dream that leaves you traumatized.
What makes Midori absolutely horrifying?
- Extreme abuse and sexual violence – This anime does not hold back. The main character, a young girl, suffers horrific abuse at the hands of a traveling freak show.
- Disturbing visuals and surreal horror – The animation style makes everything even more grotesque.
- It was banned in multiple countries – And honestly? For good reason.
This anime is not for the faint of heart. Even veteran horror fans have struggled to sit through it. If you’re looking for the most disturbing anime ever made, this might be it.
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