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Anime like Classroom of the Elite.
Finished Classroom of the Elite and want more? These 20 shows are what its fans recommend most, plus series that share its drama, suspense, psychological. Each pick says why it’s here.
- 20 picks
- 10 recommended by fans
- 12 short picks
20 anime like Classroom of the Elite
1. Kakegurui
TV · 2017 · 12 eps · ★ 7.21
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
2. Assassination Classroom
TV · 2015 · 22 eps · ★ 8.07
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
- Same studio as Classroom of the Elite (Lerche)
3. Death Note
TV · 2006 · 37 eps · ★ 8.62
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
- Shares Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
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4. Tomodachi Game
TV · 2022 · 12 eps · ★ 7.69
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
- Shares Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
5. My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU
TV · 2013 · 13 eps · ★ 8.00
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
6. Talentless Nana
TV · 2020 · 13 eps · ★ 7.17
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
- Shares Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
7. Beastars
TV · 2019 · 12 eps · ★ 7.78
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
8. Steins;Gate
TV · 2011 · 24 eps · ★ 9.07
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
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9. Hyouka
TV · 2012 · 22 eps · ★ 8.04
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
10. Baka & Test: Summon the Beasts
TV · 2010 · 13 eps · ★ 7.49
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
11. Danganronpa: The Animation
TV · 2013 · 13 eps · ★ 7.19
- Shares Suspense, Psychological, School with Classroom of the Elite
- Same studio as Classroom of the Elite (Lerche)
12. School-Live!
TV · 2015 · 12 eps · ★ 7.61
- Shares Suspense, Psychological, School with Classroom of the Elite
- Same studio as Classroom of the Elite (Lerche)
13. The Irregular at Magic High School
TV · 2014 · 26 eps · ★ 7.36
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
14. Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-
TV · 2016 · 25 eps · ★ 8.25
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
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15. Neon Genesis Evangelion
TV · 1995 · 26 eps · ★ 8.37
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
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16. Flowers of Evil
TV · 2013 · 13 eps · ★ 7.16
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
17. Death Parade
TV · 2015 · 12 eps · ★ 8.13
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
18. Puella Magi Madoka Magica
TV · 2011 · 12 eps · ★ 8.39
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
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19. Banana Fish
TV · 2018 · 24 eps · ★ 8.45
- Shares Drama, Suspense, Psychological with Classroom of the Elite
20. No Game, No Life
TV · 2014 · 12 eps · ★ 8.03
- MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite
Genres, scores and fan recommendations from MyAnimeList. Picks never include other seasons or spin-offs of Classroom of the Elite; for those, see the Classroom of the Elite watch order.
How the top picks compare with Classroom of the Elite
Classroom of the Elite is 12 episodes from 2017, tagged drama, suspense, psychological and school. “Carries over” lists the tags each pick shares; “Adds” lists what it brings that Classroom of the Elite does not.
| Pick | Length | Era | Carries over | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kakegurui | 12 episodes | 2017 | Drama, Suspense, Psychological, School | Mystery, High Stakes Game, Strategy Game |
| Assassination Classroom | 22 episodes, much longer than Classroom of the Elite | 2015 | School | Action, Comedy |
| Death Note | 37 episodes, much longer than Classroom of the Elite | 2006, 11 years older | Suspense, Psychological | Supernatural |
| Tomodachi Game | 12 episodes | 2022, 5 years newer | Suspense, Psychological | High Stakes Game, Strategy Game |
| My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU | 13 episodes | 2013, 4 years older | School | Comedy, Romance, Love Polygon |
| Talentless Nana | 13 episodes | 2020 | Suspense, Psychological | Super Power |
| Beastars | 12 episodes | 2019 | Drama, Suspense, Psychological, School | Anthropomorphic |
| Steins;Gate | 24 episodes, much longer than Classroom of the Elite | 2011, 6 years older | Drama, Suspense, Psychological | Sci-Fi, Time Travel |
Pick by what you loved about Classroom of the Elite
- If you liked the psychological side: Kakegurui, Death Note, Tomodachi Game and Talentless Nana.
- If you liked the school side: Kakegurui, Assassination Classroom, My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU and Beastars.
- If you liked the drama side: Kakegurui, Beastars, Steins;Gate and Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-.
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How these picks are made
No AI and no paid placements. Every show in our catalogue is scored against Classroom of the Elite: points when MyAnimeList users recommend it to Classroom of the Elite fans, and for each genre, theme, demographic and studio the two share. Score and popularity break ties. Other seasons and spin-offs of Classroom of the Elite are left out, and each franchise appears once.
Frequently asked questions
What anime is most like Classroom of the Elite?
Kakegurui. MyAnimeList users recommend it to fans of Classroom of the Elite. Assassination Classroom and Death Note come next.
Is there a short anime like Classroom of the Elite?
Yes: Kakegurui (12 episodes), Tomodachi Game (12 episodes), My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU (13 episodes) and Talentless Nana (13 episodes).
What do Classroom of the Elite fans recommend?
MyAnimeList users who loved Classroom of the Elite most often recommend Kakegurui, Assassination Classroom, Death Note, Tomodachi Game and My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU.
How are these picks chosen?
With transparent rules, not AI. Shows score points when MyAnimeList users recommend them to Classroom of the Elite fans and for genres, themes, demographic and studio they share with it. Score and popularity break ties, and other seasons of Classroom of the Elite itself are left out.
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