My Mom wants to watch another Anime

So I recently made my mom watched Naoki Urasawa’s Monster last December. She’s been really hesitant on anime, but she absolutely loved Monster so much that she wants to watch another. I honestly never thought I’d get this far and feel like Death Note is my best option right now because it’s pretty safe and matches to same vibe that Monster had.

She also entertained wanting to watch a romance anime, but I know she wouldn’t like the high school rom-com shenanigans. So I’m just curious what sort of drama/thriller or romance you’d think a 49 year old mother would like. Thanks!

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Shimmering-Sky2026-01-28 22:53

It doesn't answer your romance anime question, but your mom'll probably love the anime [Pluto](https://myanimelist.net/anime/35737) as well; the manga it's based on was also written by Naoki Urasawa.

david_likes_memes2026-01-28 22:56

This one has been on my mind. I’m currently reading 20th Century Boys and want to read Pluto in the near future. The show doesn’t look too time consuming either. Thanks!

Shimmering-Sky2026-01-28 23:23

AFAIK Pluto should be available to watch on Netflix, which I assume you have since you watched Monster and I know Netflix is the only site streaming that show. So another bonus to not being too time-consuming is that this one won't make you have to sign up to another streaming service!

Electronic-Net-56162026-01-28 22:55

Show her Death Note. It's the type of anime even non-anime fans watch too. If she liked Monster, She would love Death Note too

david_likes_memes2026-01-28 22:57

Thanks for the input. I know she likes Dexter and might get a sense of that when watching.

69ShadesofPurple2026-01-28 23:02

Arcane - is a great 'non-anime' animated tv series. Based off of League of Legends (video game) lore but you don't need to have played to get into the show. Check out the ratings/reviews.

Blue Eye Samurai - another great 'non-anime' animated show. Mature vibes with great action.

Your Name (movie)

Ghibli movies (Spirited Away, Howl, Mononoke, etc)

Cyberpunk Edgerunners

RyaReisender2026-01-28 23:06

I'd also go for Death Note or maybe Psycho Pass.

As for romance, Nana would probably be my first idea. Only downside is that it doesn't 100% finish the story.

Maybe for romance movies would be better like Josee, the Tiger and the Fish.

Honestly, maybe just go for A Silent Voice or Your Name, even though they are not really romance (but they are drama). Just to see what she thinks about those.

Also I say consider The Apothecary Diaries. That's a bit of everything!

My mother would also really love Oshi no Ko, but YMMV.

david_likes_memes2026-01-28 23:30

I recently added Psycho Pass to my list, so I appreciate that recommendation. I love all the movies you recommended, so I’ll definitely try those out with my mom. Thanks!

ali941272026-01-28 23:08

Takopi's Original Sin

david_likes_memes2026-01-28 23:33

I have a friend tell me about Takopi, so I’ll definitely have to see how that works!

1Pip1Der2026-01-29 00:01

Dude this show is *SUPER HEAVY* and trigger warnings longer than my arm.

affnn2026-01-28 23:09

Everyone recommends it here all the time, but for good reason: Apothecary diaries. Assuming she (and you) can get past the fact that it's set in an imperial harem. It's very good, mostly mystery/drama with some romance aspects.

david_likes_memes2026-01-28 23:47

It’s been on my list for a while and I’ve heard only good things about it. We’ll be sure to give it a shot!

NeophyteNobody2026-01-29 01:07

came here to say this. Both are good option, but I think most older women would prefer Apothecary Diaries to Death Note.

Frieren might be worth considering if you want to switch it up from mysteries.

peterpiper13372026-01-28 23:24

Apothecary diaries could be interesting?

messiah-1172026-01-28 23:37

If you are looking for romance that is not high school based, My happy marriage is action/romance and while not 10/10 still solid.

david_likes_memes2026-01-28 23:48

I’ve always noticed this one when scrolling on Netflix, so I’m interested to hear positive feedback on it. Thank you!

jaesuk972026-01-28 23:49

Rose of Versailles (1979)

Millennium Actress

Perfect Blue

1Pip1Der2026-01-29 00:09

Im a bit older than her, but my wife liked Monster also.

She kind of enjoyed Gate for the political/social parts, was into Oshi no Ko, and really liked FMA: Brotherhood amd Vinland Saga, but if you want the adlut-ish romances she liked, here we go:

Ice Guy

Recovery of an MMO Junkie

Clannad and After Story (yes its HS but worth)

Insomniacs After School (HS but she liked it)

Tsuki ga Kirei (yes, HS, but very good)

Violet Evergarden

Sing Yesterday for Me

A Sign of Affection

Spice and Wolf

Apothecary Diaries

Axiom7132026-01-29 00:54

Death Note, Frieren and Apothecary Diaries I would recommend