11 vampire anime to watch online streaming

11 vampire anime to watch online streaming

Vampires have always been fascinating figures in pop culture, moving between horror, romance and action. In anime, these immortal beings get unique and surprising interpretations, often mixing Western mythology with elements of Japanese aesthetics and narrative.

Below, we have collected ten productions that feature vampires in their plots!

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Vampire in the garden

Vampire in the Garden / Credit: Netflix (disclosure)

A Netflix original production, with beautiful animation by studio Wit (“Attack on Titan”), “Vampiro no Jardim” is set in a post-war world, where humans and vampires live in constant conflict.

The story follows the unlikely friendship between Momo, a human, and Fine, the vampire queen, who dream of finding a place where they can both live together in peace.

The anime only has 5 episodes, a great option for binge-watching over a weekend.

Call of the night

The call of the night
The Call of the Night / Credit: HIDIVE (disclosure)

The plot follows Ko Yamori, a boy unable to sleep or find satisfaction in everyday life. Seeking purpose, he begins wandering the streets at night.

One day he meets Nazuna Nanakusa, a vampire who shows him the joys of nightlife and awakens in him the desire to become a vampire.

To achieve his goal, Ko must first fall in love with Nazuna, beginning a story of romance, self-knowledge, and exploration of the supernatural world.

Irina: the vampire cosmonaut

Irina: the vampire cosmonaut
Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut / Credit: Crunchyroll (disclosure)

With an original premise, typical of anime, “Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut” places a vampire at the center of the space race.

After World War II, the world is divided between two superpowers: the Union of Zirnitra (inspired by the Soviet Union) and the United Kingdom of Arnack (based on the United States).

Both seek space as the next frontier, sparking a space race. Zirnitra bets on Irina, a vampire, as her trump card, while young cosmonaut Lev Leps is assigned to supervise her training.

Although his job is to transfer institutions to the vampire and treat her only as a guinea pig, Lev finds himself fascinated by Irina.

Infernal

Infernal
Hellsing / Credit: Geneon Entertainment (disclosure)

One of the most iconic vampire anime, “Hellsing” features Alucard, one of the most powerful vampires in the world of anime. He works for the Hellsing organization, which fights supernatural threats in England.

Violent, stylish and full of bloody action, the anime is a reference for those who love vampires in their most brutal form.

There is also the “Hellsing Ultimate” version which is even more faithful to the original manga. However, it is not available for streaming.

Brothers of black blood

Brothers of black blood
Black Blood Brothers / Credit: Funimation (disclosure)

The plot follows Jirou, a veteran vampire known as Silver Blade, who protects his younger brother, Kotaro, amidst vampire clan disputes.

Ten years after the war between humans and vampires, he arrives in the Special Zone, a secret city where vampires live isolated. Meanwhile, local peace is threatened by human soldiers, vampire refugees and descendants of the dangerous Children of Kowloon.

Everything gets complicated when Kotaro is kidnapped. Now Jirou must face past enemies and new threats. During his journey he meets Mimiko, a young human girl who becomes involved in his mission.

Blood of the Trinity

Blood of the Trinity
Trinity Blood / Credit: Funimation (disclosure)

In a world ravaged by the apocalypse, humans and vampires vie for power and territory. Centuries ago, Armageddon brought darkness to Earth, giving rise to vampires. Now, the fragile peace between the two species is constantly threatened and wars seem inevitable.

The anime follows Abel Nightroad, a Vatican priest who is also a vampire and has unique abilities to hunt his kind. As an agent of the AX organization, Abel fights to protect the balance between humans and vampires, facing political intrigue, epic battles, and religious conflicts.

Nobility

Nobility
Noblesse / Credit: Crunchyroll (disclosure)

The work follows Cadis Etrama Di Raizel, a pure-blood vampire who awakens after 820 years of sleep. Bearing the title of Noblesse, protector of the nobility, he tries to adapt to modern life and human routine.

To protect him, his servant Frankenstein enrolls him in Ye Ran College, where Raizel learns about everyday life and makes friends. However, the Union, a secret society seeking world domination, sends modified humans to interfere in their lives.

Raizel must then use his immense power to protect those around him, balancing action, mystery and supernatural elements.

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood / Credit: Warner Bros. Japan (disclosure)

The first part of “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood” features vampirism as a central element.

Set in England in 1880, the story follows Jonathan Joestar, heir to the wealthy Joestar family, and his adoptive brother, Dio Brando, who wants to take over the family fortune.

After using an ancient stone mask to transform himself into a vampire, Dio threatens the life and legacy of the Joestars. To stop him, Jonathan learns Ripple, a martial arts technique based on sunlight energy. The story arc is the starting point of one of the greatest sagas in anime history.

The vampire dies in the blink of an eye

The vampire dies in the blink of an eye
The vampire dies in the blink of an eye / Credit: Crunchyroll (disclosure)

Unlike most vampire anime, “The Vampire Dies in No Time” relies on outrageous humor and absurd situations. The story follows Ronaldo, a vampire hunter, who is tasked with defeating the seemingly invincible vampire Draluc and saving a human boy.

Upon meeting him, he realizes that Draluc is fragile and dies easily, but is reborn seconds later, making him “invincible”. After Chaos destroys his castle, Draluc moves into Ronaldo’s apartment.

Together, they become makeshift partners, taking on other vampires and hunters with much humor and confusion.

Vlad Love

Vlad Love
Vlad Love / Credits: Ichigo Animation (disclosure)

Directed by Mamoru Oshii (“Ghost in the Shell” and the classic “Urusei Yatsura”), “Vlad Love” mixes school comedy and vampirism.

The story follows Mitsugu, a student who decides to take in Mai, a fragile and eccentric vampire. The anime focuses on bizarre and absurd situations, offering a fun and unusual experience.

Vampire dormitory

Vampire dormitory
Vampire Dormitory / Credits: Crunchyroll (disclosure)

Supernatural romance anime that mixes fantasy, comedy and light drama. The story follows Mito, a young orphan who, after being rejected by her family and losing her job, is left without a home or direction.

Disguised as a boy, she finds refuge in a boys’ dormitory inhabited by vampires and boys with notable personalities. There he begins to live with Ruka, a vampire who offers him protection in exchange for his blood as a food source.

From then on, expect secrets, unexpected connections and growing feelings with a supernatural backdrop!

Bonus: Vampire Hunter D

The Vampire Hunter D
Vampire Hunter D / Credits: Toho (disclosure)

An ’80s classic, “Vampire Hunter D” mixes science fiction and gothic fantasy. The story follows D, a dhampir (half-human, half-vampire) who serves as a vampire hunter in a post-apocalyptic future.

The dark aspect and horror atmosphere transformed the work into a cult reference point, still remembered today among fans of the genre.

His two films, from 1985 and the sequel “Bloodlust” (2000), are available on YouTube.

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