5 Anime with less than 25 episodes
Death Parade – 12 episodes
Death Parade covers the story of the arbitrators of the afterlife who judge and suspect recently dead human souls by making them play death games. The anime explores themes such as morality, human nature, guilt and more. As the game progresses, their personalities, memories and regrets begin to come out.
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners – 10 episodes
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is a miniseries created by Mike Pondsmith. It is a tie-in to the video game Cyberpunk 2077, which takes place from 2075 to 2076. It covers the story of a street kid named David Martinez who is trying to survive in Night City’s criminal underworld.
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Erased – 12 episodes
Erased is a 12-episode mystery-thriller anime which follows the story of a manga artist named Satoru Fuijnuma who has a time travel ability. A devastating incident happens in his life, and it sends him back in time moments before the incident occurs.
Where to watch: Netflix
Odd Taxi – 13 episodes
Odd Taxi follows the story of a 41-year-old walrus taxi driver named Hiroshi Odokawa. He lives in a quiet and isolated life and thinks of everyone around him as anthropomorphic.
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Terror in Resonance – 11 episodes
Terror in Resonance centres on two mysterious teenagers who orchestrate a series of attacks across Tokyo, leaving behind cryptic clues that challenge the authorities. As the investigation progresses, their troubled past and the motives behind their actions gradually come to light.
Spread across just 11 episodes, the anime blends psychological drama, mystery and thriller elements into a gripping story. Its dark atmosphere, emotional depth and compact runtime make it a strong pick for viewers looking for a serious anime that can be binge-watched quickly.
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
