10 Shows & Movies Like Blue Exorcist

Description: A shonen anime featuring a young protagonist with hidden powers, battling supernatural forces while navigating themes of friendship, rivalry, and self-discovery.

Fact: The series was initially rejected by multiple publishers before becoming one of the best-selling manga of all time. The iconic 'Naruto run' was inspired by the way ninjas were depicted running in old Japanese movies.

Description: Centers on a teenager who gains supernatural abilities and battles evil spirits, blending action-packed fights with deep lore about the spirit world and personal growth.

Fact: The creator originally wanted to name the series 'Black' but changed it to 'Bleach' to represent the idea of 'whitening' souls. The character designs were heavily influenced by Spanish culture and architecture.

Description: A modern supernatural action series where cursed energy and exorcisms are central, with a protagonist fighting dark forces while balancing his humanity.

Fact: The series was inspired by Japanese horror folklore and urban legends. The creator worked as an assistant on Bleach before starting his own manga.

Description: A guild-based adventure with magical battles, strong friendships, and a mix of humor and drama, set in a vibrant fantasy world.

Fact: The author named the series after a bar he frequented in his hometown. The guild's symbol is based on a tattoo the creator saw on a biker.

Description: A comedic twist on the supernatural, where a demon lord works a part-time job in modern Tokyo, blending fantasy elements with slice-of-life humor.

Fact: The series was originally a light novel before being adapted into anime. The author got the idea after seeing a salaryman eating a hamburger alone at a fast-food restaurant.

Description: A psychological horror-action series about a young man turned into a half-ghoul, struggling with his identity and the moral complexities of his new existence.

Fact: The author based the ghouls' need to consume human flesh on the idea of 'reverse vampires.' The series' title was almost 'Tokyo Kushu,' meaning 'Tokyo Ghoul' in Japanese.

Description: A dark fantasy where humanity battles vampires in a post-apocalyptic world, focusing on a young protagonist seeking revenge while uncovering supernatural secrets.

Fact: The series was originally a one-shot manga titled 'The Legend of the Vampire Ivan.' The anime's soundtrack was composed by the same person who worked on Attack on Titan.

Description: A psychic teenager navigates school life while controlling his overwhelming powers, mixing explosive action with heartfelt character development.

Fact: The creator of One-Punch Man also wrote this series. The animation studio used a unique art style to match the manga's rough, energetic aesthetic.

Description: Features a magic-less boy striving to become the strongest in a world where magic defines one's worth, filled with intense battles and camaraderie.

Fact: The creator was inspired by Naruto and Fairy Tail but wanted to make a protagonist who couldn't use magic at all. The series holds the Guinness World Record for the most episodes of a shonen anime produced consecutively without breaks.

Description: Follows a young exorcist fighting demonic creatures in a gothic, steampunk-inspired world, with themes of redemption and the struggle between good and evil.

Fact: The series was put on multiple hiatuses due to the author's health issues. The protagonist's weapon, the 'Innocence,' changes forms based on the user's personality and fighting style.