Top 20 Must-Watch Action Anime on Netflix & Where to Watch Them!

Accept it or not, every one of us has started anime by watching the Shounen genre.

This genre is heavily dependent on the aspect of an underdog fighting his way to the top, which includes some awe-inspiring action sequences.

And those who loved the action aspect have dive deep into the genre of Martial Arts and Violence.

We are here to discuss the anime with spectacular action and fighting sequences. So, let’s begin with the list of top 20 action anime on Netflix.

20. Castlevania

Castlevania is one’s resolution to save humanity from the hands of a Dracula.

Trevor Belmont, a vampire hunter, is the last surviving member of the Belmont clan, who were wrongfully ostracized for practicing black magic.

Castlevania | Teaser: Vengeance [HD] | Netflix

To avenge his wife’s execution, Dracula seeks to destroy entire humanity, starting from Eastern Europe. The fate of the whole of humanity depends on Trevor’s battle against Dracula to eliminate him.

19. K

Truth is far beyond what you see and hear, that’s what K reminds us.

The individuals who have been bestowed with incredible supernatural powers are known as “Kings” accompanied by their clans.

A manhunt is underway for Yashiro Isana, who is falsely accused of a heinous murder of Red clansmen. While escaping, he comes in contact with the “Black Dog” Kurou Yatogami, a disciple of the seventh king.

Official K English Trailer

Meanwhile, the current Red King, Mikoto Suou, faces his own imminent demise as a greater conspiracy unravels leading towards a war between the Kings.

18. The Seven Deadly Sins

The Seven Deadly Sins uniquely displays the flaws of the mightiest warriors simultaneously with their overwhelming strength.

The Kingdom of Britannia was protected by the Holy Knights, who were capable of using magic. But after the betrayal of a few Knights, the kingdom was in chaos until the Holy Knights saved it from being overthrown.

The deeds that seemed to be heroic soon turned into evil when the saviors betrayed the King and took the throne for themselves. Following which the rumors of the “Seven Deadly Sins” being alive spread across the kingdom.

The Seven Deadly Sins | Official Trailer | Netflix

Trying to bring back happiness to the kingdom, the former princess, Elizabeth, embarks on a journey to find the Seven Deadly Sins.

17. Durarara!!

Your actions define your identity, not the other way around, Durarara!! depicts that through a headless protagonist.

The urban legend of the headless “Black Rider” riding a jet-black motorcycle is famous besides the many strange rumors in Tokyo’s downtown district of Ikebukuro.

Mikado Ryuugamine, longing for the excitement of city life, moves to Tokyo. And on his first day in Tokyo, his wish comes true after witnessing the Black Rider.

But as supernatural events begin to occur, the colorful inhabitants are mixed up in a commotion breaking out in Ikebukuro.

16. One Piece

One Piece is all about following your heart to the end of the world.

The words of the “Pirate King” Gol D. Roger before execution by the World Government has resulted in the dawn of the new era of pirates. The only dream that every pirate has is to obtain Gol D.Roger’s most valuable treasure, the One Piece.

Monkey D. Luffy is a young boy who dreams of becoming King of the Pirates, not for wealth or fame, but for the countless adventures, he will get to experience.

Soon making a crew of his own, he is on an adventure to fulfill his dreams while facing formidable enemies.

15. Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic

Magi: The labyrinth of Magic is a tour down your memory lane!

Dungeons are several labyrinths hiding incredible treasures hidden within them. Dungeons are the work of a class of rare magicians known as Magi, who help people to build their empires.

Djinns grant power to the successful conquerors and choose them as a king candidate of the world. Aladdin is a young magician accompanied by his mentor Ugo, a djinn, on his journey to explore the world.

Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic - Official Trailer

After destroying a supply cart, he becomes friends with Alibaba, who suggests him to conquer the nearest dungeon to pay for the damages.

14. JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure will take you on a vivid ride through its nutty characters.

After being saved by Dario Brando, English nobleman George Joestar takes in Dario’s son Dio, to repay his debt. Wanting to seize the Joestar for his own Dio using an Aztec stone mask sets out to eliminate George and his son, Jonathan “JoJo” Joestar, which paved the way for upcoming disasters.

JOJO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE Official English Trailer

After unearthing the secrets behind the mask a century later, Jonathan’s grandson Joseph Joestar takes upon the responsibility to defeat the mystical figures known as the Pillar Men, responsible for the chaos. He sets out on a journey filled with bizarre adventures.

13. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood reminds us that mortality is a blessing to mankind.

After attempting the human transmission, a forbidden act of alchemy, young brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric, pay the price by losing a left leg and a physical body, respectively.

But Edward sacrificed his right arm to affix Alphonse’s soul to a suit of armor. Edward obtained metal limbs called “automail” and became a state alchemist.

Both of the brothers have embarked on their journey to find the Philosopher’s Stone, which can solve their problem. But soon, they encounter a national conspiracy surrounding the Philosopher’s Stone.

12. Fate/Zero

Fate/Zero will blow your minds away with the powerful animation of action sequences.

The Holy Grail’s ability to grant wishes has caused three brutal wars without anyone claiming it. The Einzberg family is sure to win the Fourth Holy Grail war as they have made a contract with “Magus Killer” Kiritsugu Emiya by marrying their daughter Irisviel.

Competing with six other enemies to claim the Holy Grail is a war where there is no bound. He is accompanied by Saber as his servant for the war and finds his strongest ever opponent in Kirei Kotomine, a priest finding answers to his lonely existence.

11. Attack on Titan

Attack on Titan exquisitely depicts the survival of humanity against the Titans.

Centuries ago, mankind was forced to live within defensive barriers in fear of Titans, human-eating monsters.

After centuries of peace, a colossal titan manages to breach the defensive wall and begins the survival against man-eating abominations where Eren Yeager lost his mother and joined the Survey Corps to dedicate his life for his revenge against titans by eradicating each of them.

Attack on Titan - Official Trailer w/ Intro from Voice of Eren

In this brutal journey, he is accompanied by his adopted sister, Mikasa Ackerman, and childhood friend Armin Arlert.

10. Akame ga Kill!

Not everything in life is everlasting be it happiness or life itself, Akame ga Kill portrays that beautifully.

To stop the evil doings of Prime Minister Honest, the Revoltuniary Army has formed an assassination group called Night Raid.

The members of Night Raid are all expert killers fighting to save the people from poverty and ruin. Soon the Night Riad finds its new member is Tatsumi, a young boy who wants to save his hometown.

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Following the Night Raid’s ideals, he, along with Akame, a trained assassin, is on an adventure where nobody’s life is safe.

9. Baki the Grappler

Baki deals with one’s journey to be the best fighter in a violent world.

Baki Hanma, the son of the mightiest fighter in the world, is trying to become mightier than his father through intense training.

Baki | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix

To get back the lost excitement of a real fight, five of the world’s most violent criminals have gathered to face Baki in hopes of getting crushed by him. While Baki, along with other underground martial artists, prepares for the fight.

8. Megalo Box

Megalo Box beautifully depicts the world of an underdog with sheer excellence.

Megalo Box is an evolved form of boxing where mechanical limbs known as Gears are used to increase the force and speed behind a punch. Junk Dog is a Megalo Boxer where he fights in illegal matches to make his living under his boss Gansaku Nanbu.

But soon after getting knocked out by Megalo Box Champion Yuuri in the first round in an illegal match, Junk Dog decides to beat him at his next encounter.

Megalobox, Season 1 on Blu-ray | Official English Trailer | VIZ

Entering the Megalonia, a world tournament for Megalo Boxing under the alias of Joe, he aims to defeat Yuuri to regain his self-respect as a boxer.

7. Kengan Ashura

Kengan Ashura seals the deal with its non-stop high octane action sequences.

In this world, business deals are sealed by fights between the gladiators hired by the parties involved. The battle in the grand arena is going on since the Edo Period, where violence using martial arts is the norm.

Nicknamed as “Ashura,” Ouma Tokita is hired by Hideki Nogi, to fight on his behalf with a man in his forties named Kazuo Yamashita as his manager.

Aiming to be the strongest amongst them all, Tokita and Yamashita fight their way through the matches where one mistake can cost their life.

6. Parasyte: The Maxim

Parasyte: The Maxim displays the idea of coexistence with sheer brilliance.

After a sudden attack of parasitic aliens on Earth, the humans are unaware of the fact that they take full control of their after burrowing into their brains.

Shinichi Izumi was a victim of such parasites that took control over his right-hand, failing to take over his brain.
Having no choice but to cooperate, Migi, the parasite, helps Shinichi to eradicate the threat upon humanity.

5. Kill la Kill

Kill la Kill dynamically proves the power of clothing through a mind-boggling story.

Ryuuko Matoi arrives at Honnouji Academy to find her father’s murderer following the lead of the Scissor Blade, the missing half of his father’s invention.

The academy is ruled by council president Satsuki. Beaten by one of the students using a cloth granting superhuman abilities called “Goku Uniforms,” Ryuuko retreats to her home.

There she stumbles across Senketsu, the rare “Kamui” or God Clothes, which coming in contact with her blood provides her immense power. With Senketsu, she stands against Satsuki to uncover the culprit.

4. Gurren Lagann

Gurren Lagann deals with much more than the emotions and survival of humankind through an exhilarating mecha adventure.

Simon is a young man with no real aspirations while Kamina is free-spirited, both of them born and raised in an underground village stumbles upon an ignition key to an ancient war artifact which they name Lagann.

Gurren Lagann Official Trailer

With the help of Lagann, they set off on a journey under the bright sky with Yoko, to fight against “Beastmen,” humanoid creatures terrorizing humanity in robots called “Gunmen.”

3. One Punch Man

One Punch Man firmly depicts that hard work is the key to success.

Saitama has become incredibly powerful after relentless training for three years to become a hero but has gone bald in this process.

He is no longer able to enjoy the thrill of battling as he defeats his enemies with a single punch. All of this changes when he meets Genos, a cyborg who wishes to be his disciple.

Genos then proposes to Saitama to join the Hero Association to become a certified hero, and he agrees after seeing that he is not well known in society.

2. Hunter x Hunter

Hunter x Hunter is one of the most unique Shounen shows out there.

Hunters exist to perform tasks like capturing criminals and searching for treasures. Gon Freecs is determined to become a Hunter to find his father, who abandoned Gon as a child and went to become a hunter himself.

Along the way of becoming an official Hunter, Gon befriends Leorio, Kurapika, and Killua. The four of them take the Hunter Exam to attain their goals and desires. Following which they embarked on a journey of hardships and struggles.

1. Naruto

Naruto will teach you the value of friendship and trust while reminding you to never give up on your dreams.

The Hidden Leaf Village Konohagakure was saved by the Fourth Hokage after the monstrous Nine-Tailed Fox attacked it and was trying to destroy it.

To stop its rampage, the Fourth Hokage sacrificed his life and sealed the Nine-Tailed Fox inside the newborn Naruto.
Soon after growing up, Naruto is shunned and feared by the people of Konohagakure for being the vessel of Nine-Tailed Fox.

Naruto: The Complete Series Exclusive Special Edition - Official Trailer

While trying to adjust to a society where he is not welcome, Naruto’s dream of becoming Hokage is solid as a stone.

Though famous for being a notorious kid, Naruto makes some of the greatest friends on his journey to be the best, where he also faces some of the most formidable foes.

Honorable Mentions

There are some other anime that are worth watching for fighting sequences, they are:

Bleach, Levius, Seis Manos, Ultramarine Magmell.

You must be thinking, why is Bleach not part of the list? Because we want you to experience something new instead of recommending all the well-known classics. And if it were not for that reason, Bleach would be in the Top 5 undoubtedly.