The year 2024 was marked by great successes in the world of anime, and the highlight goes to Dandadan , which won the title of most-watched anime on Netflix that season, with an impressive 19.6 million views.
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Right behind it, Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc secured second place with 12.9 million views, followed by Jujutsu Kaisen , which reached 8.1 million.
However, the scenario was different in the first half of the year. According to Netflix's Engagement Report, Delicious in the Dungeon , a Studio Trigger production, topped the charts, leaving Demon Slayer in second place again. Interestingly, Delicious in the Dungeon fell to 14th position in the second half of 2024, showing how quickly audience preferences can change.
However, the list of the 15 most-watched anime between July and December 2024 reveals that Demon Slayer continued to be a dominant force, with several seasons and arcs appearing in the Top 10. Jujutsu Kaisen also maintained its popularity, with the first season accumulating 76.9 million hours watched. Other highlights include Ranma ½ , Dragon Ball DAIMA , and Spy x Family , which continue to captivate fans around the world.
Check out the complete ranking of the most-watched anime:
- Dandadan (96.5M hours, 19.6 million)
- Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc (51.1M hours, 12.9 million views)
- Jujutsu Kaisen (76.9M hours, 8.1 million)
- Demon Slayer: Entertainment District Arc (33.7M hours, 6.9 million)
- Ranma ½ (30.6M hours, 6.6 million)
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Unwavering Resolve Arc (65.5M hours, 6.4 million views)
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Train Arc (17.0M hours, 6.0M)
- Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance: Season 1 (14.7M hours, 6.0 million views)
- Dragon Ball DAIMA (26.6 million hours, 5.8 million views)
- Spy x Family Season 1 (55.1 million hours, 5.5 million views)
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Source: Reddit