Shows Like Black Butler

If you liked Black Butler (2008), a animation and comedy series, here are 20 shows with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre (2023)
★ 7/10Also animation and mystery
From the mind of horror manga maestro Junji Ito comes a spine-tingling selection of some of his most bizarre, disturbing and terrifying tales.
2
The Mystic Archives of Dantalian (2011)
★ 6.6/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Six months ago, Lord Hugh Disward (Huey), lost his eccentric grandfather, Wes. To inherit Wes's estate, Huey must take guardianship over the 'Mystic Archives of Dantalian' that contains forbidden knowledge and a…
3
Junji Ito Collection (2018)
★ 8/10Also animation and drama
A collection of animated horror stories based on the works of Japanese artist Junji Ito.
4
GeGeGe no Kitaro (2018)
★ 7.1/10Also comedy and sci-fi & fantasy
Nearly twenty years into the 21st century, people have forgotten the existence of Yokai. When a number of unexplainable phenomena plague adults of the human world with confusion and chaos, thirteen-year-old Mana writes…
5
Seraph of the End (2015)
★ 7.9/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
After a mysterious virus wipes out ninety percent of humanity, vampires emerge from the recesses of the earth to enslave mankind, treating them like livestock. After growing tired of donating blood in exchange for…
6
Hell Girl (2005)
★ 8.1/10Also animation and drama
A supernatural system allows people to take revenge by having other people sent to Hell via the services of a mysterious entity and her assistants who implement this system. Revenge, injustice, hatred, and the nature…
7
Soul Eater (2008)
★ 7.8/10Also animation and comedy
Set in the Shinigami technical school for weapon meisters, the series revolves around 3 groups of each a weapon meister and a human weapon. Trying to make the latter a "Death Scythe" which is the highest title for a…
8
Ushio and Tora (2015)
★ 8/10Also animation and comedy
When he stumbles upon Tora, a demon who's been impaled by a spear, young Ushio frees the beast and demands his help in fighting other agents of evil.
9
Twin Star Exorcists (2016)
★ 8.4/10Also animation and comedy
Rokuro is from a family of exorcists, but he'd rather be a singer, a soccer player or anything but an exorcist! He's forced to own up to his own incredible potential when new arrival Benio stirs his competitive spirit…
10
Rin: Daughters of Mnemosyne (2008)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and mystery
Rin Asōgi may look like an ordinary office lady on the outside but she is actually a private investigator taking on any jobs, from finding a stray cat to infiltrating a high-security corporate lab. What's more, she…
11
Hazbin Hotel (2024)
★ 8.5/10Also animation and comedy
In attempt to find a non-violent alternative for reducing Hell's overpopulation, the daughter of Lucifer opens a rehabilitation hotel that offers a group of misfit demons a chance at redemption.
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The Testament of Sister New Devil (2015)
★ 7.9/10Also animation and comedy
Toujou Basara is a high school student whose father has suddenly just remarried. His father then departs overseas leaving Basara with two new beautiful step-sisters. Little does he know, his new sisters, Mio and Maria…
13
Berserk (2016)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and drama
Spurred by the flame raging in his heart, the Black Swordsman Guts continues his seemingly endless quest for revenge. Standing in his path are heinous outlaws, delusional evil spirits, and a devout child of god. Even…
14
The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse (2023)
★ 8.1/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
As a prophecy of doom unfolds on the peaceful land of Britannia, a purehearted boy sets out on a journey of discovery — and revenge.
15
Akuma Kun (2023)
★ 7.2/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Akuma Kun, a boy raised by a demon, works with his half-human partner Mephisto III as paranormal investigators to solve various murder and mysteries.
16
The Case Study of Vanitas (2021)
★ 8.3/10Also animation and mystery
In 19th-century Paris, young vampire Noé finds the Book of Vanitas in human hands. Calling himself Vanitas, this doctor wields its power and tempts Noé with a plan to “cure” all vampires. Allying with him may be…
17
Dark Gathering (2023)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and drama
The story centers on Keitarou Gentouga, who has the ability to be a spirit medium. In junior high school, he got someone else wrapped up in a spirit possession incident, and he has been a shut-in for more than two…
18
Dorohedoro (2020)
★ 8.3/10Also animation and comedy
Amnesiac Caiman seeks to undo his lizard head curse by killing the sorcerer responsible, with his friend Nikaido's help. In the Hole, that's a threat.
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Gosick (2011)
★ 7.9/10Also animation and drama
Set in a fictional European country in 1924, a Japanese exchange student meets a mysterious, brilliant girl who only leaves the library to sleep. Her brother, a detective, relies on her exceptional mind to solve…
20
Kemonozume (2006)
★ 6.9/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Creatures known as Shokujinki have been secretly living alongside humans for hundreds of years. Though they may look like humans, Shokujinki are able to transform into uncontrollable beasts with gigantic claws and…