20 Dubbed Vampire Anime That'll Make Your Halloween Night

Halloween without vampires is like pizza without cheese. Sure, you've got your zombies shuffling around and your ghosts doing their floaty thing, but vampires? They're the main event. There's something about that whole dark castle aesthetic, mixed with immortal angst and supernatural badassery, that just works.

I've rounded up 20 vampire anime that you can actually watch in English (because sometimes you just want to munch on Halloween candy without reading subtitles, you know?). These aren't your grandpa's Dracula clones either. We're talking everything from blood-drenched action spectacles to legitimately funny comedies. Let's dive in.

1. The Hellsing Series (Original & Ultimate)

Streaming on: AppleTV+ (both versions), Crunchyroll (Ultimate)

Hellsing comes in two versions, and both are worth watching. The 2001 series has a gothic noir atmosphere with jazz music and moody visuals. It went in its own direction when it caught up to the manga, focusing more on detective-style vampire hunting with great character moments.

Hellsing Ultimate (2006-2012) is the full manga adaptation across 10 OVAs. This is pure, unfiltered action—Nazi vampires, city-destroying battles, and Alucard at his most overpowered. Crispin Freeman's English dub is legendary. Watch the original for atmosphere, Ultimate for explosive action.

2. Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust

Available on: Amazon (Blu-ray)

Madhouse created a visual masterpiece with this one. Every frame looks like a gothic painting brought to life. D, a half-vampire bounty hunter, tracks down a vampire noble who's kidnapped a woman. The story becomes more complex and emotional than you'd expect. Beautiful animation, compelling characters, and a surprisingly tragic ending make this essential viewing.

3. Shiki

Available on: Amazon (Blu-ray)

Real horror, not romance. A mysterious family moves into a small village and residents start dying one by one. This slow-burn series builds genuine dread as the community realizes what's happening and faces impossible moral choices. It's like Stephen King wrote an anime—dark, psychological, and deeply unsettling. This one stays with you.

4. Castlevania

Streaming on: Netflix

Yes, the anime debate exists, but this show is too good to skip. Warren Ellis adapted the games into a mature, darkly funny series with stunning animation. Trevor Belmont, Sypha, and Alucard team up to stop Dracula from destroying humanity. Sharp dialogue, complex characters, and brutal fight scenes make this a must-watch.

5. Seraph of the End: Vampire Reign

Streaming on: AppleTV+, Amazon (Blu-ray)

Post-apocalyptic shonen action. A virus kills most adults, vampires enslave the survivors, and Yuichiro joins a military unit with demonic weapons to fight back. Fast-paced action, cool weapon designs, and strong found-family themes. If you enjoyed Attack on Titan, this should be on your list.

6. The Case Study of Vanitas

Streaming on: Crunchyroll, AppleTV+

Studio Bones brings steampunk Paris to life with gorgeous animation. Noé, a young vampire, partners with Vanitas, a human with a magical book that can "cure" vampires. Mystery, action, and comedy blend together perfectly. The character dynamics are engaging and the visuals are consistently impressive.

7. Call of the Night

Streaming on: HIDIVE, Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, AppleTV+

A refreshingly laid-back vampire story. An insomniac middle schooler meets Nazuna, a vampire who'll turn him only if he falls in love with her first. This sweet romantic comedy focuses on connection over bloodshed. The nighttime Tokyo atmosphere is beautifully captured, creating a cozy, relaxed vibe.

8. Vampire Knight

Streaming on: Netflix, Hulu, AppleTV+, Prime Video

The definitive shojo vampire romance. A boarding school where vampires (Night Class) secretly coexist with humans (Day Class). Forbidden love, dark secrets, and plenty of brooding vampires. It's melodramatic in the best way, delivering all the classic supernatural romance tropes fans love.

9. Trinity Blood

Streaming on: Crunchyroll, Prime Video (via Crunchyroll)

Post-apocalyptic future where the Vatican runs a vampire-hunting division led by a vampire who feeds on other vampires. Abel Nightroad appears as a clumsy priest but is actually a powerful Krusnik. Intricate world-building and a unique blend of sci-fi and gothic elements set this apart.

10. Blood Lad

Streaming on: Hulu, Prime Video

A vampire who'd rather watch anime than drink blood. Staz is a powerful demon world boss obsessed with Japanese pop culture. When a human girl dies in his territory, he sets out to resurrect her. This comedy parodies otaku culture while delivering fun supernatural action. It's lighthearted and doesn't take itself seriously.

Want the Full List?

These first 10 are just scratching the surface! I've got 10 more incredible vampire anime waiting for you—including some hidden gems you've probably never heard of and a few classics that deserve way more love.

Check out the complete list with all 20 entries, streaming info, and deeper dives into what makes each one special: Read the original article at English-Dubbed.com