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Monster

A psychological thriller masterpiece about morality and evil

★ 4.9 / 5.0 Editors' score

Monster is a paid Thriller site — A psychological thriller masterpiece about morality and evil It offers 6 core capabilities, including 74 episodes (completed masterpiece), Madhouse production (2004), Recently added to Netflix. Pricing is paid, starting at $6.99/mo. It is rated 4.9/5 in our thriller directory, with its main trade-off being slow-burn pacing. Monster is a good fit for anyone comparing psychological mystery options.

Key Facts

Category Thriller
Pricing model paid
Starting price $6.99/mo
Rating 4.9 / 5.0
Best for Psychological Mystery
Key features 6
Last updated 2026-02-24

Overview

Dr. Kenzo Tenma saves a young boy's life, only to discover years later that he saved a sociopathic killer. This psychological thriller is widely considered one of the greatest anime ever made, with mature themes and gripping suspense.

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Key Features

  • ✓ 74 episodes (completed masterpiece)
  • ✓ Madhouse production (2004)
  • ✓ Recently added to Netflix
  • ✓ Mature psychological thriller
  • ✓ Based on acclaimed manga
  • ✓ Adult-oriented storytelling

Pros

  • ✅ One of the best written anime ever
  • ✅ Incredibly tense and gripping
  • ✅ Complex character psychology
  • ✅ Mature themes handled perfectly
  • ✅ No filler, every episode matters

Cons

  • ❌ Slow-burn pacing
  • ❌ Dated animation style
  • ❌ Very long series commitment
  • ❌ Dark themes throughout

Pricing

Model: paid

Starting at: $6.99/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monster?
Dr. Kenzo Tenma saves a young boy's life, only to discover years later that he saved a sociopathic killer. This psychological thriller is widely considered one of the greatest anime ever made, with mature themes and gripping suspense.
How much does Monster cost?
Monster starts at $6.99/mo. The pricing model is paid.
What are the main features of Monster?
Key features include: 74 episodes (completed masterpiece), Madhouse production (2004), Recently added to Netflix, Mature psychological thriller, Based on acclaimed manga, Adult-oriented storytelling.
Who is Monster best for?
Monster is a good fit for anyone comparing psychological mystery options, and is rated 4.9/5 in this category.
What are the limitations of Monster?
Reported trade-offs include: Slow-burn pacing; Dated animation style; Very long series commitment; Dark themes throughout.
What are the best Monster alternatives?
See our full list of Monster alternatives, with side-by-side ratings, pricing, and pros & cons, on the Monster alternatives page.

Last updated: 2026-02-24