It is the quintessential psychological thriller. The intellectual battle between Light and L is legendary. Monster (Manga highly recommended) The Vibe: A grounded, chilling neo-noir mystery.

A spy, an assassin, and a telepathic child end up in a "fake" family together to fulfill their own secret agendas, unaware of each other's true identities.

It is a masterclass in emotional storytelling paired with some of the best animation in the history of the medium. 2. Psychological and Thriller: For the Thinkers