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October 02, 2025
Anime | Top 20 Best Revenge Anime | Best Anime Revenge Stories of All Time
Anime
October 02, 2025
From Berserk to Vinland Saga, explore the top anime revenge stories filled with betrayal, justice, and redemption that fans can’t stop watching.
>From Berserk to Vinland Saga, explore the top anime revenge stories filled with betrayal, justice, and redemption that fans can’t stop watching.
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Nothing fuels a story like a revenge plot. It pushes characters to their limits, stirs up deep emotions, and turns good stories into great ones. These shows reveal just how far someone will go after being wronged - whether it’s revenge for a lost loved one, a betrayal, or personal pain. Whatever the motive, there’s something on this list for you.
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Rank |
Title |
|
20 |
Masamune-kun’s Revenge |
|
19 |
Psycho Pass |
|
18 |
Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest |
|
17 |
Goblin Slayer |
|
16 |
The Rising of the Shield Hero |
|
15 |
Claymore |
|
14 |
Dororo |
|
13 |
Sirius the Jaeger |
|
12 |
Kill la Kill |
|
11 |
Blade of the Immortal |
|
10 |
Hell Girl |
|
9 |
Redo of Healer |
|
8 |
Naruto |
|
7 |
Hunter x Hunter |
|
6 |
Code Geass |
|
5 |
Black Butler |
|
4 |
91 Days |
|
3 |
Attack on Titan |
|
2 |
Vinland Saga |
|
1 |
Berserk |
20. Masamune-kun’s Revenge
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2017 |
6.75 |
Completed |
12 |
Most revenge stories revolve around the loss of family or loved ones, but this series takes a different route and delivers a revenge rom-com built on rejection. Masamune was a chubby kid who got turned down by Aki after confessing his feelings. And just like that, a villain was born. Over the next eight years, Masamune completely reinvented himself, turning into the popular handsome teen every girl wanted. He had just one goal: to make Aki fall in love with him, just so he could break her heart in return. But as the story evolves, their relationship gets complicated.
19. Psycho Pass
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2012 |
8.33 |
Completed |
41 |
In a world where justice and morality are decided by a single system (The Sybil System), you can expect plenty of flaws, loopholes, and injustice. It’s no surprise that some take the law into their own hands, from a law enforcer who goes rogue to avenge his partner’s death, to people challenging the system’s very foundation. Psycho Pass is filled with tension, moral dilemmas, and the constant question of what true justice means.
18. Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2019 |
6.72 |
Completed |
42 + 4 OVAs |
Betrayal sure does have a way of changing someone, for better or worse. In Hajime’s case, it’s the latter. After being betrayed and left for dead in a dungeon, he’s forced to face his weaknesses and do whatever it takes to survive. That moment kicks off a major physical and mental transformation in him, making him stronger and ruthless. While the story starts with revenge, it only catalyzes Hajime’s journey.
17. Goblin Slayer
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2018 |
7.42 |
Completed |
24 |
Our protagonist, known only as the Goblin Slayer, lives with one mission: to wipe out every goblin in existence. This obsession stems from a traumatic childhood when goblins destroyed his village and killed his family. While it might seem like a simple goblin-killing spree, there’s more beneath the surface, as the story explores the lasting psychological scars of his past, his growing bonds with his party members, and the wider danger goblins pose to the world.
16. The Rising of The Shield Hero
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2019 |
7.92 |
Ongoing |
50 |
Betrayal and revenge sit at the heart of The Rising of the Shield Hero. Naofumi, our hero, is summoned to a parallel world to help fight off the Wave of Catastrophe, but instead of being welcomed, he’s betrayed and falsely accused by the very princess of the land he’s meant to protect. That betrayal sends him down a dark path, and what follows is a journey to clear his name, reclaim his honor, and rise above the world that turned its back on him.
15. Claymore
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2007 |
7.73 |
Completed |
26 |
In a dark world where shape-shifting monsters prey on humans, Clare embarks on a revenge rampage after losing the only person who ever truly cared for her. Armed with a massive sword and a will that refuses to break, she cuts down monsters while battling her own inner darkness, all while inching closer to saving a world that’s already halfway gone.
14. Dororo
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2019 |
8.26 |
Completed |
24 |
Dororo follows 16-year-old Hyakkimaru on a quest against 48 demons that devoured his body parts before he was even born. This is as a result of a deal his father struck, trading his unborn son’s body for power and prosperity.
Now, Hyakkimaru travels a war-torn world, reclaiming his body one piece at a time by slaying every demon involved. As the story progresses, it is softened by Hyakkimaru’s bond with Dororo, bringing moments of warmth and humanity to an otherwise dark journey.
13. Sirius the Jaeger
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2018 |
6.95 |
Completed |
12 |
Vampires and werewolves have always been natural enemies in folklore, and this series is no different. It tells the revenge story of a werewolf seeking vengeance against vampires for destroying his home and family, only to discover his presumed-dead brother is now a vampire. Does he continue his revenge, or join forces with his brother? You’ll have to watch to find out. In just 12 episodes, this anime delivers the peak essence of revenge, thriller, and supernatural action, all wrapped in a stylish 1930s setting. A hidden gem, if you ask me.
12. Kill La Kill
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2013 |
8.03 |
Completed |
24 |
Kill la Kill won big at the 4th Newtype Anime Awards, taking home awards for Best Character Design, Best Script, Best Sound, and Best Picture. Outside of the revenge story and the awards won, this show introduces a fresh breath to Shounen with its unique power system, using special clothes called "life fibers" to power up characters, making battles fun and creative. If you're looking for a revenge Shounen with a unique power system, then this is a must-watch.
11. Blade of the Immortal
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2019 |
7.43 |
Completed |
24 |
Immortality is considered a luxury until you’re cursed with it and would do anything to undo the curse, even if that means killing a thousand evil men. Blade of the Immortal follows two characters with their own quests for justice: Manji, who’s trying to end his cursed life, and Rin, who’s out for revenge against the samurai school that killed her family. The two strike an help-me, help-you deal, where Manji helps Rin avenge her family while increasing his chances of breaking his curse. Expect tons of intense fights, blood, and action in this gripping revenge tale.
10. Hell Girl
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2005 |
7.87 |
Completed |
84 |
Just like Death Note needs the victim’s name and cause of death, here, it’s a website called Hell Link, only accessible at midnight. Type in a name, hit submit, and the Hell Girl appears, offering a choice to banish your offender to hell in exchange for your own soul, condemned to the same fate once you die. The series makes its stance clear that revenge is a bad idea, but it also dives deep into just how far humans will go to settle a score or solve their problems.
9. Redo of Healer
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2021 |
6.32 |
Completed |
12 |
Heads up, this series is everything wrong with a revenge story. It crosses the line in every possible way, making it one of the most brutal revenge plots in anime.
The protagonist, Keyaru, is a powerful healer who’s betrayed by a twisted princess. He’s chained, drugged, and abused for his healing abilities. But when he finally breaks free, he gets a chance to rewrite his fate with a wish. And what did he wish for? To go back in time with all his memories and make his abusers pay.
8. Naruto
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2007 |
8.26 |
Completed |
500 |
The OG Naruto series is popular for its action, but it doesn’t hold back on the drama either, diving deep into themes like betrayal, love, friendship, and revenge.
From Sasuke’s quest to avenge his clan by hunting down his brother Itachi, to Shikamaru avenging the death of his Teacher Asuma, and Obito’s twisted revenge against the world after losing Rin. These moments add real weight and depth to the story and are part of what makes Naruto the goat it is today.
7. Hunter X Hunter
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2011 |
9.03 |
Completed |
148 |
Hunter x Hunter isn’t a revenge story at its core, but an adventure. However, revenge slips in, adding depth to both the plot and the characters, especially Gon and Kurapika.
For Kurapika, it’s personal. His entire clan was wiped out by the Phantom Troupe, and that loss fuels his every move, from becoming a hunter to undergoing immense training to exacting his revenge. It was also personal for Gon as he took a dark turn when he confronted Neferpitou, the Chimera Ant responsible for killing his friend, to the point that he traded his life and future abilities for the strength to enact revenge.
6. Code Geass
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2006 |
8.70 |
Completed |
50 |
Intentionally giving up his status as a prince, Lelouch is driven by the need to avenge his mother, and to reshape the world into one where his sister, Nunnally, can live in peace. To achieve that, Lelouch builds a rebellion from the shadows, outsmarting both enemies and allies at every turn. The plot intertwines revenge with broader themes of political revolution, manipulation, and social justice.
5. Black Butler
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2008 |
7.65 |
Completed |
71 |
What is revenge if it's not done elegantly? Black Butler is firmly rooted in the late 19th century, specifically the Victorian era, with meticulous attention to detail regarding fashion, social structures, and cultural events of the time. What makes the series stand out is how it uniquely blends historical setting, dark fantasy elements, occult rituals, and compelling characters into a captivating narrative that goes beyond a simple revenge story.
4. 91 Days
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2016 |
7.62 |
Completed |
12 |
91 Days stands out as one of the best-directed mafia stories in anime. Set in the 1930s during the prohibition era, a time when alcohol was illegal and the mafia controlled the black market. Angelo, our main character, survives the brutal murder of his entire family at age twelve. He disappears for seven years and returns as an entirely new person under a new identity with the sole mission to infiltrate and eliminate the Vanetti family. What follows is a calculated game of trust, deception, and murder, all while keeping his true identity hidden.
3. Attack on Titan
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2013 |
8.56 |
Completed |
89 |
Eren, a young boy filled with hope and dreams, underwent a massive transformation after witnessing his mother’s death and the destruction of his home by Titans. That moment sets off a switch in him that slowly turns him into a cold, bitter maniac willing to commit genocide to protect what’s left of his world. He didn’t see anything wrong with his resolve. And neither do his fans. To many, he wasn’t the villain, just a broken hero doing what had to be done.
2. Vinland Saga
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
2019 |
8.77 |
Completed |
48 |
Vinland Saga features an unusual kind of revenge story, one where a culprit raises the boy who wants him dead. After witnessing his father’s murder, young Thorfinn ends up living aboard the ship of the very man responsible.
Fueled by rage, Thorfinn grows up in Askeladd’s shadow, training, fighting, and challenging him again and again, each ending in defeat. Over time, the quest for revenge consumes him until a major twist changes everything, leaving Thorfinn at a crossroads between clinging to vengeance or seeking a life of peace.
1. Berserk
|
Year Released |
MyAnimeList Rating |
Status |
# of Episodes |
|
1997 |
8.60 |
Completed |
37 |
Berserk stands as the grand OG of revenge anime, dating back to 1997. At its heart is the story of Guts and Griffith, once brothers-in-arms, bound by trust and shared battles, now bitter enemies. Their bond shatters after a devastating betrayal that sets Guts on a relentless path for vengeance, cutting through a world of blood, demons, and despair. Since the first sequel ended in 1998, there have been three movies that adapt the Golden Age arc, and a later spin-off that aired from 2016-2017.
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