Best sci-fi Japanese web series on SonyLIV in India
By the KyaDekhu team · Updated · Availability for India from JustWatch, ratings from IMDb
354 web series on SonyLIV in India match this list, with an average IMDb rating of 6.9. Newest addition: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?, added to SonyLIV on 22 Oct. Ranked by vote-weighted IMDb rating and popularity; showing the top 30.
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1. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 9.1 (2.6L votes)
Visually stunningTwistyEdge-of-seatDark & gritty
Disregard for alchemy’s laws ripped half of Edward Elric’s limbs from his body and left his brother Alphonse’s soul clinging to a suit of armor. To restore what was lost, the brothers seek the Philosopher’s Stone. Enemies and allies – the corrupt military, the Homunculi, and foreign alchemists – will alter the Elric br
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2. Hunter x Hunter (2011)
Web series · Japanese · 3 seasons · U/A 16+ · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 9.0 (2.1L votes)
Visually stunningTwistyEdge-of-seatMature
Gon, a young boy who lives on Whale Island, dreams of becoming a Hunter like his father, who left when Gon was still young.
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3. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (2023)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.9 (86.4K votes)
Slow-burnVisually stunningHeartwarmingTwisty
After the party of heroes defeated the Demon King, they restored peace to the land and returned to lives of solitude. Generations pass, and the elven mage Frieren comes face to face with humanity's mortality. She takes on a new apprentice and promises to fulfill old friends' dying wishes. Can an elven mind make peace w
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4. Naruto Shippūden (2007)
Web series · Japanese · 20 seasons · U · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.7 (2.3L votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seatFast-pacedTwisty
After 2 and a half years Naruto finally returns to his village of Konoha, and sets about putting his ambitions to work. It will not be easy though as he has amassed a few more dangerous enemies, in the likes of the shinobi organization; Akatsuki.
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5. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion (2006)
Web series · Japanese · 2 seasons · Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy · IMDb 8.7 (1.1L votes)
TwistyVisually stunningEdge-of-seatFast-paced
Japan has been invaded and conquered by the Britannian Empire. Japan is now known as Area 11 and its citizens known as Elevens. The Britannian Empire takes away Japan's autonomous power and imposes its rule through the use of Knightmares. The Empire's rule has never faltered, but cracks have begun to show...
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6. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019)
Web series · Japanese · 5 seasons · U/A 16+ · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.5 (2.4L votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seatDark & grittyMature
After a demon attack leaves his family slain and his sister cursed, Tanjiro embarks upon a perilous journey to find a cure and avenge those he's lost.
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7. JUJUTSU KAISEN (2020)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · U/A 16+ · Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy · IMDb 8.5 (2.2L votes)
Visually stunningTwistyEdge-of-seatDark & gritty
Yuji Itadori is a boy with tremendous physical strength, though he lives a completely ordinary high school life. One day, to save a classmate who has been attacked by curses, he eats the finger of Ryomen Sukuna, taking the curse into his own soul. From then on, he shares one body with Ryomen Sukuna. Guided by the most
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8. Solo Leveling (2024)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.5 (1.2L votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seatFast-pacedCold & detached
They say whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, but that’s not the case for the world’s weakest hunter Sung Jinwoo. After being brutally slaughtered by monsters in a high-ranking dungeon, Jinwoo came back with the System, a program only he could see, that’s leveling him up in every way. Now, he’s inspired to dis
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9. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (2012)
Web series · Japanese · 6 seasons · A · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.6 (62.7K votes)
TwistyVisually stunningEdge-of-seatFast-paced
Follow the intergenerational feud between the Joestar Family and various forces of evil, the most prominent of which is Dio Brando and his followers.
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10. Fullmetal Alchemist (2003)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.5 (87.5K votes)
TwistyVisually stunningEdge-of-seatDark & gritty
Two young brothers are raised as alchemists, but when they are severely injured trying to perform a forbidden act, they begin searching for the one thing that can save them; the fabled philosopher's stone.
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11. Naruto (2002)
Web series · Japanese · 4 seasons · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.4 (1.8L votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seat
Naruto Uzumaki, a mischievous adolescent ninja, struggles as he searches for recognition and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the village's leader and strongest ninja.
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12. Mob Psycho 100 (2016)
Web series · Japanese · 3 seasons · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.5 (72.7K votes)
Visually stunningFunnyHeartwarming
Shigeo Kageyama, a.k.a. "Mob," is a boy who has trouble expressing himself, but who happens to be a powerful esper. Mob is determined to live a normal life and keeps his ESP suppressed, but when his emotions surge to a level of 100%, something terrible happens to him! As he's surrounded by false espers, evil spirits, a
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13. Takopi's Original Sin (2025)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Drama · IMDb 8.7 (30.4K votes)
TwistyHeartwarming
A Happy alien, Takopi, lands on Earth with one mission: to spread happiness! When he meets Shizuka, a lonely fourth grader, he vows to bring back her smile using his magical Happy Gadgets. But as he uncovers the pain in her life, Takopi learns that true happiness may require more than gadgets.
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14. Gintama (2006)
Web series · Japanese · 11 seasons · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.7 (22.5K votes)
FunnyVisually stunningFast-paced
In a world where aliens have invaded Edo Period Japan, skyscrapers, trains and motor bikes have replaced the simple life of Earth inhabitants. One man however, still carries the soul of a samurai, Gintoki Sakata, otherwise known as Yorozuya Gin-san. As reckless as he is, Gintoki carries his own resolve and is ready to
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15. Chainsaw Man (2022)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · A · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.3 (1.1L votes)
MatureVisually stunningDark & grittyTwisty
Denji has a simple dream—to live a happy and peaceful life, spending time with a girl he likes. This is a far cry from reality, however, as Denji is forced by the yakuza into killing devils in order to pay off his crushing debts. Using his pet devil Pochita as a weapon, he is ready to do anything for a bit of cash.
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16. Bleach (2004)
Web series · Japanese · 2 seasons · U · Action & Adventure, Animation · IMDb 8.3 (1.0L votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seatFast-paced
For as long as he can remember, Ichigo Kurosaki has been able to see ghosts. But when he meets Rukia, a Soul Reaper who battles evil spirits known as Hollows, he finds his life is changed forever. Now, with a newfound wealth of spiritual energy, Ichigo discovers his true calling: to protect the living and the dead from
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17. Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- (2016)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Mystery · IMDb 8.3 (99.6K votes)
TwistyDark & grittyVisually stunningMature
Natsuki Subaru, an ordinary high school student, is on his way home from the convenience store when he finds himself transported to another world. As he's lost and confused in a new world where he doesn't even know left from right, the only person to reach out to him was a beautiful girl with silver hair. Determine
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18. My Hero Academia (2016)
Web series · Japanese · 8 seasons · U · Action & Adventure, Animation · IMDb 8.2 (1.3L votes)
Visually stunningFast-pacedEdge-of-seat
Izuku has dreamt of being a hero all his life—a lofty goal for anyone, but especially challenging for a kid with no superpowers. That’s right, in a world where eighty percent of the population has some kind of super-powered "quirk," Izuku was unlucky enough to be born completely normal. But that’s not enough to stop hi
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19. Dan Da Dan (2024)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · U/A 16+ · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.3 (59.9K votes)
Fast-pacedVisually stunningFunny
In a bet to prove whether ghosts or aliens exist, two high schoolers face terrifying paranormal threats, gain superpowers and maybe even fall in love?!
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20. Dragon Ball Super (2015)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · U · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.3 (48.0K votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seatFast-pacedLight-hearted
With Majin Buu defeated, Goku has taken a completely new role as...a radish farmer?! With Earth at peace, our heroes have settled into normal lives. But they can’t get too comfortable. Far away, the powerful God of Destruction, Beerus, awakens to a prophecy revealing his demise at the hands of an even more formidable b
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21. Gurren Lagann (2007)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.3 (28.0K votes)
Visually stunningFast-pacedEdge-of-seat
When a young laborer escapes to the world aboveground, he discovers a violent land in which humans battle robots controlled by a power-hungry noble.
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22. The Promised Neverland (2019)
Web series · Japanese · 2 seasons · Animation, Drama · IMDb 8.1 (60.6K votes)
TwistyEdge-of-seatDark & grittyFast-paced
Emma, Norman and Ray are the brightest kids at the Grace Field House orphanage. And under the care of the woman they refer to as “Mom,” all the kids have enjoyed a comfortable life. Good food, clean clothes and the perfect environment to learn—what more could an orphan ask for? One day, though, Emma and Norman uncover
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23. Kaiju No. 8 (2024)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.2 (34.6K votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seatMatureFast-paced
In a world plagued by creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka Hibino aspired to enlist in The Defense Force. He makes a promise to enlist with his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro. Soon, life takes them in separate ways. While employed cleaning up after Kaiju battles, Kafka meets Reno Ichikawa. Reno's determination to join The De
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24. Fruits Basket (2019)
Web series · Japanese · 3 seasons · Animation, Drama · IMDb 8.5 (14.3K votes)
Slow-burnHeartwarming
After a family tragedy turns her life upside down, 16-year-old high school student Tohru Honda takes matters into her own hands and moves out… into a tent! Unfortunately for her, she pitches her new home on private land belonging to the mysterious Soma clan, and it isn't long before the owners discover her secret. But,
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25. Dr. STONE (2019)
Web series · Japanese · 4 seasons · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.1 (46.9K votes)
Visually stunningFast-pacedFunny
One fateful day, all of humanity was petrified by a blinding flash of light. After several millennia, high schooler Taiju awakens and finds himself lost in a world of statues. However, he’s not alone! His science-loving friend Senku’s been up and running for a few months and he's got a grand plan in mind—to kickstart c
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26. Ranking of Kings (2021)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.4 (16.6K votes)
Visually stunningHeartwarming
In a world where kings are ranked, a kindly little hearing-impaired prince sets off on a journey to become a powerful king, despite all odds.
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27. 86 EIGHTY-SIX (2021)
Web series · Japanese · 1 season · Animation, Action & Adventure · IMDb 8.3 (17.3K votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seatTwistyDark & gritty
Called “Juggernaut,” these are the unmanned combat drones developed by the Republic of San Magnolia in answer to the attacks by the autonomous unmanned drones of the neighboring Empire of Giad, the “Legion”. But they’re only unmanned in name. In reality, they are piloted by the Eighty-sixers—those considered to be less
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28. Psycho-Pass (2012)
Web series · Japanese · 3 seasons · Animation, Crime · IMDb 8.1 (26.5K votes)
TwistyVisually stunningMatureDark & gritty
In the year 2113, people are given brain scans to determine how likely they are to commit a crime. Those who fail are apprehended, or even killed.
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29. Fate/Zero (2011)
Web series · Japanese · 2 seasons · Action & Adventure, Animation · IMDb 8.2 (17.9K votes)
Visually stunningEdge-of-seatTwistyMature
The Fourth Holy Grail War has begun, and seven mages must summon heroes from history to battle each other to the death. Only one mage-and-hero pair will remain to claim the Grail and have their wishes granted! Kiritsugu Emiya was once an assassin but now fights in this war to save the world from those who would destroy
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30. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime (2018)
Web series · Japanese · 4 seasons · Action & Adventure, Animation · IMDb 8.0 (29.2K votes)
Visually stunningFunny
Corporate worker Mikami Satoru is stabbed by a random killer, and is reborn to an alternate world. But he turns out to be reborn a slime! Thrown into this new world with the name Rimuru, he begins his quest to create a world that’s welcoming to all races.
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