Ever wondered what it’s like to wake up one day and find out you’re now a half-ghoul with an insatiable craving for human flesh? No? Well, lucky for you, Tokyo Ghoul answers that question in the most deliciously horrifying way possible!
Set in an urban fantasy world where ghouls walk among humans, it blends horror and psychological tension with enough emotional damage to make you question your life choices.
Whether you’re into bloody battles, tragic backstories, or just trying to figure out how someone eats burgers without meat, this anime’s got you covered.
Watch if you’re ready to dive into a nightmare you can’t wake up from!
1. Tokyo Ghoul (2014)
| Episodes | 12 |
| Aired | Summer 2014 |
The suspense horror/dark fantasy story is set in Tokyo, which is haunted by mysterious “ghouls” who are devouring humans. People are gripped by the fear of these ghouls whose identities are masked in mystery.
An ordinary college student named Kaneki encounters Rize, a girl who is an avid reader like him, at the café he frequents. Little does he realize that his fate will change overnight.
Tokyo Ghoul: [PINTO] (2015)
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| Episodes | 1 |
| Aired | Winter 2015 |
A prequel to Tokyo Ghoul that follows how Shuu Tsukiyama and Chie Hori met.
Tokyo Ghoul: [JACK] (2015)
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| Episodes | 1 |
| Aired | Winter 2015 |
The story follows how the ace investigator Arima and the talented 7th Ward investigator Taishi Fura first met.
2. Tokyo Ghoul √A (2015)
| Episodes | 12 |
| Aired | Winter 2015 |
The second season of Tokyo Ghoul.
The ghouls of Anteiku invaded the Aogiri’s site in order to rescue Ken Kaneki who is being tortured. Due to provocation, he unleashed greater power enough to defeat Yamori.
To become stronger, he decided to join Aogiri and left Anteiku. Ghoul investigators also making their moves by collecting information about the eye-patched ghoul – Ken Kaneki.
3. Tokyo Ghoul:re (2018)
| Episodes | 12 |
| Aired | Spring 2018 |
Two years have passed since the CCG’s raid on Anteiku.
Although the atmosphere in Tokyo has changed drastically due to the increased influence of the CCG, ghouls continue to pose a problem as they have begun taking caution, especially the terrorist organization Aogiri Tree, who acknowledge the CCG’s growing threat to their existence.
The creation of a special team, known as the Quinx Squad, may provide the CCG with the push they need to exterminate Tokyo’s unwanted residents.
As humans who have undergone surgery in order to make use of the special abilities of ghouls, they participate in operations to eradicate the dangerous creatures.
The leader of this group, Haise Sasaki, is a half-ghoul, half-human who has been trained by famed special class investigator, Kishou Arima.
However, there’s more to this young man than meets the eye, as unknown memories claw at his mind, slowly reminding him of the person he used to be.
4. Tokyo Ghoul:re 2 (2018)
| Episodes | 12 |
| Aired | Fall 2018 |
The second cour of Tokyo Ghoul:re.
Kaneki Ken has finally regained memories of his former self, but this once again leaves him at a crossroads in the war between human and ghoul.
After donning a pair of glasses to mirror his mentor Arima, Kaneki’s new assignment is to manage the interrogation of Eto, the One-Eyed Owl, after she reveals her ghoul nature in a press conference about the publication of her newest book, which she claims will bridge the gap between the two warring sides.
Now interred in Cochlea, Eto eagerly awaits the awakening of the “One-Eyed King”, but only Kaneki seems to understand what she’s really planning.
As Aogiri Tree descends on the facility to rescue their leader, Kaneki turns to one of his oldest friends for help in his new secret mission.
So there you have it—Tokyo Ghoul in all its gory, glory-filled madness. Whether you’re here for the intense psychological deep dives, the brutal urban fantasy fights, or just wondering how Kaneki manages to keep his hair so shockingly white after everything he’s been through, this anime delivers.
But here’s a fun fact: the Tokyo Ghoul anime adaptation has a bit of a love-hate relationship with manga readers. While the first season is the most faithful to Sui Ishida’s masterpiece, it still skips out on a lot of juicy details and doesn’t give certain characters their well-deserved spotlight.
Honestly, it’s highly recommended to dive into the manga right from the start. The characters are more fleshed out (pun intended), and you get the perfect mix of bone-crunching action and the beautifully crafted, non-battle moments. Plus, Ishida’s art style? Absolutely breathtaking.
Reading the manga is the best way to experience this world in all its gritty glory. Or, you know, you can hold out for the inevitable remake like Fullmetal Alchemist or Hunter x Hunter that we’re all secretly hoping for. Either way, get ready for a show that’ll haunt your dreams—right after you check for ghouls lurking in the shadows!
