Discover the best of Asian cinema, film, and television
Discover the definitive list of popular and critically-acclaimed movies and TV shows from Asia. Find your next binge-watch, streaming on Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Prime Video, and other top services!
The cinema of Asia
To speak of 'Asian cinema' is to speak of a continent of stories, a vast and vibrant tapestry of film cultures, each with its own unique flavour. For decades, it has been a global powerhouse, shaping the very language of film. The story begins with the cinematic golden ages of Japan, where masters like Akira Kurosawa introduced the world to samurai epics, and India, where the colourful, musical world of Bollywood began its journey to global domination. In the 70s and 80s, Hong Kong action cinema exploded onto the scene, with the gravity-defying feats of icons like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan, while filmmakers like Wong Kar-wai painted the screen with unforgettable style. More recently, the Korean Wave, or 'Hallyu', has taken the world by storm. Directors like Bong Joon-ho have achieved historic Oscar wins, and K-dramas have captivated millions with their addictive plots and emotional depth. Across the continent, from the poetic humanism of Iranian cinema to the epic blockbusters of China and the bone-chilling horror from Thailand, the creativity is boundless. What makes Asian cinema so compelling is its incredible diversity and its talent for blending genres. A story can be a sweeping romance, a sharp social commentary, and a nail-biting thriller all at once. It is a cinema deeply rooted in tradition yet constantly innovating, offering a universe of entertainment waiting to be explored.
Best Asian series
Squid Game 2021
Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children's games. Inside, a tempting prize awaits — with deadly high stakes.
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Death Note 2006
Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But will Light succeed in his noble goal, or will the Death Note turn him into the very thing he fights against?
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Attack on Titan 2013
100 years ago, the last remnants of humanity were forced to retreat behind the towering walls of a fortified city to escape the massive, man-eating Titans that roamed the land outside their fortress. Only the members of the Scouting Legion dared to stray beyond the safety of the walls – but even those brave warriors seldom returned alive. Those within the city clung to the illusion of a peaceful existence until the day that dream was shattered, and their slim chance at survival was reduced to one horrifying choice: kill – or be devoured!
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Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood 2009
Disregard for alchemy’s laws ripped half of Edward Elric’s limbs from his body and left his brother Alphonse’s soul clinging to a suit of armor. To restore what was lost, the brothers seek the Philosopher’s Stone. Enemies and allies – the corrupt military, the Homunculi, and foreign alchemists – will alter the Elric brothers course, but their purpose will remain unchanged and their bond unbreakable.
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One-Punch Man 2015
The most powerful superhero in the world can kill anyone with one blow. But nothing can challenge him, so he struggles with ennui and depression.
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Alice in Borderland 2020
With his two friends, a video-game-obsessed young man finds himself in a strange version of Tokyo where they must compete in dangerous games to win.
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Best Asian movies
Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc 2025
In a brutal war between devils, hunters, and secret enemies, a mysterious girl named Reze has stepped into Denji's world, and he faces his deadliest battle yet, fueled by love in a world where survival knows no rules.
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle 2025
The Demon Slayer Corps are drawn into the Infinity Castle, where Tanjiro, Nezuko, and the Hashira face terrifying Upper Rank demons in a desperate fight as the final battle against Muzan Kibutsuji begins.
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The Great Flood 2025
When a raging flood traps a researcher and her young son, a call to a crucial mission puts their escape — and the future of humanity — on the line.
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No Other Choice 2025
After being laid off and humiliated by a ruthless job market, a veteran paper mill manager descends into violence in a desperate bid to reclaim his dignity.
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Ne Zha 2 2025
After a catastrophic event leaves their bodies destroyed, Ne Zha and Ao Bing are granted a fragile second chance at life. As tensions rise between the dragon clans and celestial forces, the two must undergo a series of perilous trials that will test their bond, challenge their identities, and decide the fate of both mortals and immortals.
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Parasite 2019
All unemployed, Ki-taek's family takes peculiar interest in the wealthy and glamorous Parks for their livelihood until they get entangled in an unexpected incident.
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