11 anime like Umineko: When They Cry
These are the shows Umineko: When They Cry fans recommend most, with the most popular picks first. Each one notes what it has in common with Umineko: When They Cry, so you can find the one that fits your mood. 6 are short series of 13 episodes or fewer.
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Summer Time Rendering
TV · 2022 · 25 eps · 83/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into ensemble cast and male protagonist. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Drama
- Mystery
- Supernatural
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Kubikiri Cycle: The Blue Savant and the Nonsense User
OVA · 2016 · 8 eps · 77/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into detective and male protagonist. It is a shorter watch at 8 episodes. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Drama
- Mystery
- Psychological
- Thriller
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Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-
TV · 2016 · 25 eps · 81/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into male protagonist and witch. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Drama
- Fantasy
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SHADOWS HOUSE
TV · 2021 · 13 eps · 77/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into maids and butler. It is a shorter watch at 13 episodes. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Fantasy
- Horror
- Mystery
- Slice of Life
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PandoraHearts
TV · 2009 · 25 eps · 72/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into male protagonist. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Adventure
- Fantasy
- Supernatural
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Dies irae
TV · 2017 · 12 eps · 48/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into magic and male protagonist. It is a shorter watch at 12 episodes. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
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Mouryou no Hako
TV · 2008 · 13 eps · 68/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into achronological order and ensemble cast. It is a shorter watch at 13 episodes. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Mystery
- Supernatural
- Thriller
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Detective Conan
TV · 1996 · 82/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into detective and male protagonist. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Adventure
- Comedy
- Mystery
- Psychological
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TASOKARE HOTEL
ONA · 2025 · 12 eps · 69/100
It shares the mystery and supernatural feel of Umineko: When They Cry. It is a shorter watch at 12 episodes. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Mystery
- Supernatural
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King's Game
TV · 2017 · 12 eps · 46/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into gore and male protagonist. It is a shorter watch at 12 episodes. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Drama
- Horror
- Mystery
- Supernatural
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Gosick
TV · 2011 · 24 eps · 77/100
Like Umineko: When They Cry, it leans into detective and male protagonist. Fans of Umineko: When They Cry recommend it as a next watch.
- Drama
- Mystery
- Romance
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