Chainsaw Man,based on the original manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, is one of the most innovative anime series of the modern day. The anime follows Denji, a devil-human hybrid who fights against an array of unique devils, each with their own stunning set of powers. Animated by MAPPA, the studio behind hits likeJujutsu KaisenandAttack on Titan,theChainsaw Mananime is an incredible masterpiece in both its animation and its storytelling.
Chainsaw Man’sfirst season began airing in October 2022 and ended in December of that same year. Although the manga has been updating since, no moreChainsaw Mananime has been released,and its fans are growing antsy in anticipation of the shonen’s second season.In the meantime, these tenanime series are perfect to tideChainsaw Manfans over while they waitfor the next installment of the anime, which will come soon in the form of the 2025Reze Arc Movie.
Jujutsu Kaisen
Jujutsu Kaisenis a must-watch anime for pretty much anyone,Chainsaw Manfan or not.Its flawless animation, near-perfect blend of serious themes and humor, and unbelievably powerful heroes and villainswith dynamic personalities and backstories make it one of thebest anime series of all time.
Furthermore,Jujutsu Kaisenwas even animated by the exact same studio asChainsaw Man:MAPPA.Chainsaw Manfans will findJujutsu Kaisen’sanimation familiar and high-quality after watching the former series, and will undoubtedly enjoy the anime’s intense battles and complex power systems that are reminiscent of those inChainsaw Manas well.
Attack on Titan
Attack on Titanis a true anime masterpiece, following its bold protagonist, Eren Yeager, as he fights to defeat the man-eating Titans who threaten him and his loved ones. Throughout the series, Eren begins taking even greater risks to wipe out the beasts for good, anda full-on war breaks out between humanity and Titans.
Attack on Titan Is the Neon Genesis Evangelion of Anime’s New Generation
Attack on Titan and Neon Genesis are two ground breaking series that share more similarities than it might initially appear.
Attack on Titanis yet another MAPPA creation,proving that the anime studio has a knack for creating absolute hits that fans will return to for years to come.This shonen classic has all the heart-racing battles, emotionally tear-jerking moments, and dark, grim undertonesChainsaw Manfans could hope for, making it the perfect series to check out next.
Cyberpunk Edgerunnersis gritty, dark, and has exceptionally fluid animation,which are all qualitiesChainsaw Manboasts as well. Based on a video game of the same name,Cyberpunk Edgerunnerstells the story of a dystopian society and its inhabitants' struggles to survive, bringing in sci-fi elements like cyborgs.
In some ways,David Martinez, the main character ofCyberpunk Edgerunners,and Denji fromChainsaw Manare similar.They are both teenagers and were both pushed into difficult situations with no choice but to fight for survival using superpowered abilities and weapons. Thus, anyone who appreciates Denji’s character development will be sure to enjoy David’s throughoutCyberpunk Edgerunners.
Death Note
Death Notemay not have hand-to-hand combat or battle scenes likeChainsaw Mandoes, butit definitely delivers with the kind of dark, dramatic plot that will appeal toChainsaw Manlovers.InDeath Note,Light Yagami, a seemingly average high schooler, becomes the world’s most dangerous serial killer when a mysteriously powerful notebook falls into his hands, allowing him to kill by writing down someone’s name.
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Death Noteis packed with mystery and crime elements, as the police race to uncover “Kira’s” identity before it is too late.Chainsaw Manalso features a number of villains who obscure who they really are until the last moment,giving both of these series a similar murder mystery tone.
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Neon Genesis Evangelionis considered a classic in the anime genre, even over two decades after its initial release, and it is easy to see why. The basic premise of the series follows a boy,Shinji Ikari, as he takes on the monumentally difficult task of piloting an EVA unit robotin a cosmic warbetween humans and Angels.
Theongoing discord between humans and Angels is similar to the divide between humans anddevils inChainsaw Man,meaning the series' plots can somewhat be compared.Neon Genesis Evangelionis fantastical, otherworldly, and focused on in-depth character development, which are all characteristics thatChainsaw Manemphasizes as well.
Dorohedorois a lesser-known anime with a one-of-a-kind premise that is sure to capture viewers' attention from the very first episode. The series follows two friends,Caiman and Nikaido, working together to reverse a curse that was placed on Caiman by sorcerers,giving him a lizard head and wiping away all of his memories.
The anime includesfriends banding together to pursue a common goal, violent, sometimes gory battles, and humor interspersed throughout a darker storyline,which are all themes thatChainsaw Manfans will find familiar.Dorohedorois one of very few anime that can be described as completely unique, and withseason 2 ofDorohedoroset to release in 2025, now is the perfect time to get caught up.
Dandadanis fairly new, and its first anime season debuted in October 2024. The main characters are Momo Ayase, who is psychic, and Okarun, whose body was taken over by a powerful spirit.The two unlikely friends must work together to free Okarun of his curse,and they become involved in many smaller battles and predicaments along the way, as they seek out Turbo Granny, the spirit controlling Okarun.
Dandadanhas frequently been compared toJujutsu Kaisen,and that is no surprise, but the shonen hit also has a lot of elementsChainsaw Manfans will love. For example, the hilarious banter between Momo and Okarun is quite similar to the dynamic between Denji and Power, andDandadan’sbattles are impressive and fast-paced, just like those inChainsaw Man.
Demon Slayer
Since its final arcs are set to be adapted to anime soon in the form ofa three-part Infinity Castle movie trilogy,this is a fantastic opportunity to take the plunge and become immersed in the thrilling world ofDemon Slayer. Demon Slayerfocuses on Tanjiro Kamado, a boy who begins killing demons to save his younger sister. On his journey, he grows stronger with each victory, but encounters increasingly dangerous demons everywhere he turns.
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The demons inDemon Slayermay remind viewers of devils inChainsaw Man.In the same way that humans can become fused with devils inChainsaw Man,an ordinary human can become transformed into a demon inDemon Slayer.Both series are jam-packed with gory fights to the death and characters showing off their battle techniques in dramatic fashion, makingDemon Slayera must-watch forChainsaw Manfans.
Hell’s Paradiseis a dark fantasy serieswith one anime season currently out anda second season on the way in January 2026.The story places Gabimaru the Hollow, a man who is physically unable to be killed, on a mysterious island. Gabimaru, and all the others on the island, are set to be executed, but have the opportunity to earn their freedom if they can find the elixir of immortality.
Hell’s Paradisehas a similar feel toChainsaw Man,both inits creative and somewhat outlandish premise and in its darker tone compared to other, more lighthearted shonen series.The series is also very heavy on fights and battles between the characters placed on the island and the mysterious creatures they find there, which will likely remindChainsaw Manfans of clashes between humans and devils.
Vinland Sagamay be a seinen, not a shonen likeChainsaw Man,but definitely contains some of the darker fantasy elements thatChainsaw Manfans will be looking for in a series. Based on Makoto Yukimura’s manga,Vinland Sagafollows the protagonist Thorfinn’s tumultuous expedition to find a place called Vinland.
Vinland Saga May Be Ending, But Its Creator Already Has a New Manga Up His Sleeve
Vinland Saga fans will be happy to know the author has an idea for a new manga, but there is a catch that might surprise them.
Anyone who enjoys viking stories will no doubt loveVinland Saga,and the majority of the series is set in England and Iceland. Although it differs fromChainsaw Manin some ways, like its subject matter, it has a lot of similarities too.Both series are set during a time of war and feature a fairly young male protagonist making sense of his identitywhile conflict rages around him, makingVinland Sagaa great choice forChainsaw Manfans to watch next.
