Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Death Note Relight 2: L's Successors List

  • Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion - Both series center around intelligent protagonists who use strategy and manipulation to achieve their goals.
  • Steins;Gate - Features complex narratives involving time travel and moral dilemmas similar to the moral questions in Death Note.
  • Psycho-Pass - Explores themes of justice and morality set in a dystopian future, akin to the ethical quandaries in Death Note.
  • Monster - Involves psychological tension and the consequences of a murderer's actions, focusing on moral ambiguity.
  • Paranoia Agent - Delves into psychological themes and societal issues, presenting a dark narrative in a similar vein.
  • The Promised Neverland - Intelligent children trapped in a crisis must strategize to escape, paralleling the mind games present in Death Note.
  • Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World - Features dark themes and moral complexities as characters endure suffering and make significant choices.
  • Death Parade - Explores human morality and how it’s judged through life-and-death games, similar to Death Note's thematic exploration.
  • Your Lie in April - Though primarily a romance, it evokes emotional depth and tragedy, reflecting the emotional stakes in Death Note.
  • Tokyo Ghoul - Involves moral dilemmas and a protagonist who must navigate the dark sides of humanity like Light Yagami.
  • Kakegurui - Involves high-stakes gambling with psychological tactics, echoing the games of wits seen in Death Note.
  • The Future Diary - A survival game with a psychological twist, featuring characters who manipulate and strategize against one another.
  • Elfen Lied - Explores themes of isolation, morality, and the consequences of actions, reflecting similar tones to Death Note.
  • Serial Experiments Lain - A surreal exploration of identity and consciousness, paralleling the philosophical questions in Death Note.
  • Higurashi: When They Cry - Involves horror and psychological twists, focusing on the dark aspects of human nature and moral ambiguity.
  • Hell Girl - Deals with themes of vengeance and the moral implications of seeking justice through supernatural means.
  • Baccano! - Features multiple interconnected characters and complex stories involving crime and morality.
  • Akame ga Kill! - Focuses on rebellion against corrupt systems, with dark sacrifices and moral dilemmas throughout the narrative.
  • Zankyou no Terror - Involves a cat-and-mouse game between terrorists and the government, reflecting the tactical battles in Death Note.
  • Death Note - The original series presents a direct exploration of the same themes surrounding justice, morality, and intelligence.
  • The Count of Monte Cristo - Tells a story of revenge and manipulation, echoing the themes of justice and personal vendettas.
  • Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - Explores technology, identity, and moral dilemmas within a dystopian future, similar to Death Note's themes.
  • Danganronpa: The Animation - Features high-stakes scenarios with psychological elements and moral dilemmas faced by characters.
  • Fate/Zero - Involves moral conflicts and complex character interactions in a battle royale setting, akin to Death Note's strategies.
  • Serial Experiments Lain - Explores existential themes and reality's nature, providing a psychological depth that resonates with Death Note.
  • Shiki - Deals with moral complexities surrounding life and death in a horror setting, reflecting on humanity.
  • The Walking Dead - Examines humanity and ethical decisions in extreme circumstances, similar to the moral struggles in Death Note.
  • I Am a Hero - Combines psychological horror with deep character studies, exploring morality and survival in extreme situations.
  • Guilty Crown - Features a protagonist who must navigate complex political intrigue and personal moral dilemmas.
  • Berserk - Involves darker themes and moral ambiguity, following a protagonist who grapples with revenge and fate.
  • Noragami - Addresses the complexities of life and death with a supernatural twist, involving moral choices of the characters.
  • Aoi Bungaku - Adaptations of classic literature showcasing dark themes and character struggles with morality and the human psyche.
  • Toradora! - While primarily a romantic comedy, delves into human relationships and conflicts, resonating with emotional stakes.
  • No Game No Life - Focuses on strategy and intelligence within a game-themed world, echoing the tactical elements of Death Note.
  • Vinland Saga - Explores themes of revenge and moral ambiguity set against the backdrop of historical conflict.
  • Shinsekai yori (From the New World) - Involves dark themes and moral dilemmas in a dystopian society, paralleling the ethical questions posed in Death Note.
  • The Tatami Galaxy - Explores existential themes and the nuances of life choices, evoking the introspective nature found in Death Note.
  • Mushishi - A philosophical series exploring nature’s mysteries and the human condition in a tranquil yet thought-provoking manner.
  • Akira - A cyberpunk narrative exploring power and morality, with a psychological depth akin to Death Note.

Last updated: 2024-10-07 15:30:10

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 2006 Japan 82672 8.7 Serie Ended TV-14
2
Steins;Gate
Steins;Gate
24 min
SS 1 EP 24
2011 Japan 75571 8.8 Serie Ended TV-14
3
Psycho-Pass
Psycho-Pass
28 min
SS 3 EP 41
2012 Japan 22842 8.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
4
Monster
Monster
110 min
2003 United States of America 163673 7.3 Movie Released R
5
Paranoia Agent
Paranoia Agent
25 min
SS 1 EP 13
2004 Japan 14676 8 Serie Ended TV-MA
6
The Promised Neverland
The Promised Neverland
23 min
SS 2 EP 23
2019 Japan 48486 8.2 Serie Ended TV-MA
7
Death Parade
Death Parade
23 min
SS 1 EP 12
2015 Japan 20970 7.8 Serie Ended TV-MA
8
Your Lie in April
Your Lie in April
23 min
SS 1 EP 22
2014 Japan 39247 8.5 Serie Ended TV-PG
9
Tokyo Ghoul
Tokyo Ghoul
24 min
SS 4 EP 48
2014 Japan 67425 7.7 Serie Ended TV-MA
10
Kakegurui
Kakegurui
24 min
SS 2 EP 24
2017 Japan 13536 7.1 Serie Ended TV-14
11
The Future Diary
The Future Diary
24 min
SS 1 EP 26
2011 Japan 20509 7.5 Serie Ended TV-MA
12
Elfen Lied
Elfen Lied
25 min
SS 1 EP 13
2004 Japan 37737 7.9 Serie Ended TV-MA
13
Serial Experiments Lain
Serial Experiments Lain
24 min
SS 1 EP 13
1998 Japan 18045 8.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
14
Higurashi: When They Cry
Higurashi: When They Cry
24 min
SS 2 EP 50
2006 Japan 6617 7.8 Serie Ended TV-MA
15
Hell Girl
Hell Girl
25 min
SS 4 EP 90
2005 Japan 2008 7.4 Serie Ended TV-MA
16
Baccano!
Baccano!
25 min
SS 1 EP 13
2007 Japan 12784 8.2 Serie Ended TV-MA
17
Akame ga Kill!
Akame ga Kill!
24 min
SS 1 EP 24
2014 Japan 30926 7.8 Serie Ended TV-MA
18
Death Note
Death Note
22 min
SS 1 EP 37
2006 Japan 390020 8.9 Serie Ended TV-MA
19 2002 United States of America 149935 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
20 2002 Japan 21184 8.5 Serie Ended TV-MA
21
Danganronpa: The Animation
Danganronpa: The Animation
24 min
SS 2 EP 25
2013 Japan 3373 6.8 Serie Ended TV-14
22
Fate/Zero
Fate/Zero
25 min
SS 2 EP 25
2011 Japan 15032 8.2 Serie Ended TV-MA
23
Shiki
Shiki
25 min
SS 1 EP 22
2010 Japan 4007 7.6 Serie Ended TV-MA
24
The Walking Dead
The Walking Dead
42 min
SS 11 EP 177
2010 United States of America 1099200 8.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
25
I Am a Hero
I Am a Hero
126 min
2016 Japan 7914 6.7 Movie Released R
26
Guilty Crown
Guilty Crown
24 min
SS 1 EP 22
2011 Japan 5767 7 Serie Ended TV-14
27
Berserk
Berserk
23 min
SS 1 EP 25
1997 Japan 56325 8.7 Serie Ended TV-MA
28
Noragami
Noragami
24 min
SS 2 EP 25
2014 Japan 19498 7.8 Serie Ended TV-14
29
Toradora!
Toradora!
23 min
SS 1 EP 25
2008 Japan 19446 7.9 Serie Ended TV-14
30
No Game No Life
No Game No Life
23 min
SS 1 EP 12
2014 Japan 18847 7.6 Serie Ended TV-14
31
Vinland Saga
Vinland Saga
25 min
SS 2 EP 48
2019 Japan 78541 8.8 Serie Returning Series TV-MA
32
The Tatami Galaxy
The Tatami Galaxy
25 min
SS 1 EP 11
2010 Japan 5088 8.4 Serie Ended TV-14
33
Akira
Akira
124 min
1988 Japan 208033 8 Movie Released
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