5 Underrated Anime You Can Watch on Disney+ Right Now

Disney+ has grown into a major destination in the global anime streaming market. While the platform’s absolute highest-rated flagships, like the dark fantasy epic Attack on Titan, the timeless adventure One Piece, the classic Naruto, the supernatural powerhouse Jujutsu Kaisen, and the critically adored One Punch Man, rightfully capture mainstream headlines, they only tell half the story.

Beneath these massive cultural blockbusters lies a deep collection of equally praised, high-caliber anime that deserve immediate attention. If you have already finished the platform’s biggest hits, expanding your watchlist to include these five underrated masterpieces ensures you are getting the most value out of your subscription right now.

1 Phoenix: Eden17 Tells a Haunting Sci-Fi Story About Survival and Humanity

Based on the legendary manga by Osamu Tezuka, Phoenix: Eden17 is one of the most emotionally heavy anime currently available on Disney+. The series follows Romi and George, two humans who leave Earth searching for a new beginning on the distant planet Eden17 after humanity faces collapse.

What starts as a survival story slowly transforms into a philosophical exploration of loneliness, immortality, and the meaning of human existence. The anime carries the same reflective themes that made Tezuka’s original Phoenix manga one of the most respected works in manga history. Instead of relying on nonstop action, the series focuses on emotional tension and existential dread.

2 Undead Unluck Reinvents Shonen Chaos With Wild Supernatural Battles

Few modern shonen anime embrace pure unpredictability like Undead Unluck. Adapted from Yoshifumi Tozuka’s manga, the story centers on Fuuko Izumo, a girl whose touch causes catastrophic bad luck, and Andy, an immortal man desperate to finally die.

The series immediately separates itself from traditional battle anime because its power system is built around “Negator” abilities that deny the laws of reality itself. Characters can negate concepts like death, movement, or luck itself. That gives every fight an unpredictable edge where strategy matters just as much as raw strength.

3 Ragna Crimson Combines Brutal Dragon Battles With Dark Fantasy Revenge

Dark fantasy anime have exploded in popularity over the last few years, but Ragna Crimson stands out because of how merciless its world feels. The story follows Ragna, a weak dragon hunter who gains terrifying future knowledge and overwhelming power after witnessing humanity’s destruction at the hands of dragons.

Unlike many fantasy anime where dragons are simply giant monsters, Ragna Crimson treats them as nearly godlike beings capable of wiping out civilizations. The anime also avoids glorifying heroism. Ragna’s obsession with revenge slowly erodes his humanity, making the series feel darker and more emotionally intense than many modern fantasy titles.

4 Ishura Throws Godlike Warriors Into an Unpredictable Fantasy Death Match

Ishura takes a completely different approach to fantasy storytelling. Instead of following one traditional protagonist, the anime introduces multiple warriors from different races and backgrounds after the death of the Demon King. Each fighter possesses absurdly overpowered abilities that could easily make them the hero of another anime.

What makes Ishura fascinating is how carefully it builds political tension around these superhuman fighters. Entire nations fear what could happen if even one of these warriors loses control. Rather than focusing only on combat spectacle, the anime explores how societies react when individuals possess overwhelming power. Its detailed worldbuilding and morally gray cast make it especially appealing for fans who enjoyed Fate/Zero or Overlord.

5 Durarara!! Turns Tokyo’s Streets Into a Playground of Supernatural Chaos

Even years after its release, Durarara!! remains one of anime’s most unique urban fantasy series. Set in Tokyo’s Ikebukuro district, the anime connects gang conflicts, internet culture, urban legends, and supernatural events into one giant interconnected narrative. Instead of relying on a single protagonist, Durarara!! constantly shifts focus between students, gang leaders, information brokers, and supernatural beings.

The anime’s most iconic figure is Celty Sturluson, a headless biker known as the “Black Rider.” Her presence immediately gives the series a strange supernatural atmosphere, but the real appeal comes from how grounded the city itself feels. Ikebukuro becomes a living, breathing character filled with hidden tensions and chaotic energy.

Other than the abovementioned 5 anime, here’s a quick look at another 5 of the best anime, ranging from underrated hidden gems to fan-favorite modern classics worth adding to your watchlist immediately:

TitleCreatorProduction StudioRelease DateIMDb Rating (as of May 16, 2026)

Phoenix: Eden17	Osamu Tezuka	Studio 4°C	September 13, 2023	6.6/10
Undead Unluck	Yoshifumi Tozuka	David Production	October 7, 2023	7.4/10
Ragna Crimson	Daiki Kobayashi	SILVER LINK.	October 1, 2023	7.2/10
Ishura	Keiso	Passione	January 3, 2024	6.4/10
Durarara!!	Ryohgo Narita	Brain’s Base	January 8, 2010	7.8/10
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead	Haro Aso	BUG FILMS	July 9, 2023	7.3/10
Tokyo Revengers	Ken Wakui	LIDEN FILMS	April 11, 2021	7.7/10
Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation	Rifujin na Magonote	Studio Bind	January 11, 2021	8.2/10
Gurren Lagann	Gainax & Kazuki Nakashima	Gainax	April 1, 2007	8.3/10
Go! Go! Loser Ranger!	Negi Haruba	Yostar Pictures	April 7, 2024	6.9/10

Disney+ may still be best known for mainstream anime giants, but these underrated series prove the platform offers far more depth than many viewers realize. Whether you enjoy psychological sci-fi, dark fantasy warfare, supernatural action, or complex urban mysteries, these anime showcase some of the platform’s most overlooked storytelling experiences.

Which underrated Disney+ anime or hidden gem would you add to this list? Drop your picks below!