The conclusion of the long-awaited manga series Jujutsu Kaisen has sparked numerous debates among fans, as it does not quite meet expectations. However, when compared to the endings of the following anime, the conclusion of Jujutsu Kaisen is certainly not the most unsatisfactory.
Here are five anime with endings that are less satisfying than Jujutsu Kaisen:
Erased
Erased (Boku Dake ga Inai Machi) is a highly acclaimed psychological thriller that blends time travel, murder mystery, and supernatural elements. From the very beginning, the storyline captivates viewers, making them sit on the edge of their seats throughout the series. The highlight of the anime is when the protagonist, Satoru, strives to uncover the identity of the killer.
However, surprisingly, even after discovering the killer’s identity, the reasons behind the actions taken remain unresolved.
As the series failed to deliver meaningful answers to viewers, it left a lingering sense of disappointment and dissatisfaction.
Tokyo Ghoul
The storyline of Tokyo Ghoul serves as a poignant reminder of why anime should not deviate too much from the manga. With an excellent plot in the manga, the creative freedom exercised in the anime led to a much darker conclusion.
The first major mistake began with Tokyo Ghoul: Root A, which failed to adequately interpret the tragic journey of Ken Kaneki. The subsequent installment, Tokyo Ghoul: re, continued these mistakes, but it was too late, and the damage caused by the earlier season left viewers frustrated.
The Promised Neverland
The decline in quality between the two seasons of The Promised Neverland is a shocking experience. The anime excelled in its first season, as it followed a group of children who discover the dark truth behind their existence as products in a dystopian world. However, in the second season, it faltered with pacing and narrative shortcuts that diminished the overall impact of the series.
The second season skipped many significant plot points from the manga, leaving events that followed difficult to comprehend, ultimately resulting in a disappointing and tedious experience for viewers who were previously invested in the anime.
Attack on Titan
Attack on Titan has a gripping narrative that has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. In its early seasons, the anime became one of the most beloved series, particularly with its fourth season.
However, in the final storyline, the hidden motives of Eren were concluded in a dissatisfying manner, lacking depth and nuance. His entire journey was overshadowed by a climactic emotional scene, where all his actions stemmed from his love for Mikasa.
Several elements were added at the end of the film, such as the line “Only Ymir knows” and the changes regarding Eren’s mother’s death, which left viewers bewildered. As a result, the ending of Attack on Titan is considered one of the most disappointing in recent anime history, squandering the extraordinary potential of the series and leaving a bitter taste for all loyal viewers.
The Future Diary
The Future Diary begins by intertwining its plot elements to create a very unsatisfactory conclusion, closely tying up various ambiguous endings. While it might seem like it can’t be worse, the series unexpectedly took a confusing turn.
A climactic finale occurs 10,000 years later, introducing a new setting, creating an ending that feels incomplete. Viewers were left feeling forced to accept this dark conclusion, raising unanswered questions for many years until The Future Diary: Redial was released. The prolonged wait only intensified the disappointment, as the anime’s conclusion seemed more like a rough draft yet to be polished.
