The month of February 2026 kicks off with a heavy-hitting selection for anime fans on Netflix, blending rescued classics and award-winning original productions. While winter seasonal series dominate other platforms with weekly episodes, the streaming giant focuses on exclusives and films fresh out of Japanese theaters. That's why we've put together a definitive list of the ten titles you need to check out right now to make the most of the Brazilian catalog.
The platform has recently added works that defined generations, as well as betting on new romances and sports dramas that are at the top of discussions. Additionally, this month's curation ranges from over-the-top comedies to supernatural thrillers that won awards last year. This way, you guarantee high-quality binge sessions without wasting time searching through the menu.
The 10 Best Anime to Watch on Netflix in February 2026
- 10) Gintama: This absolute classic from Weekly Shonen Jump debuted on Netflix Brazil in January 2026. The story follows the antics of Gintoki Sakata in a feudal Japan invaded by aliens, retaining the sharp humor that made it a legend for two decades.
- 9) Magic Knight: Rayearth: Another historical rescue from January. The iconic 1994 shojo follows three students transported to a fantasy world where they must become Magic Knights to save the kingdom of Cefiro.
- 8) Love Through a Prism: Original romance written by Yoko Kamio (author of Boys Over Flowers). The story focuses on Lili Ichijouin, a young woman who travels to London in the 1990s to study art, facing parental pressure and an unexpected encounter with a mysterious student.
- 7) Cosmic Princess Kaguya!: Original film that reimagines the folklore of The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter. Marks the directorial debut of Shingo Yamashita, known for the memorable openings of Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man, focusing on the musical connection between two girls in a virtual world.
- 6) 100 Meters: After shining in theaters in 2025, this film arrived on Netflix as a phenomenon. Based on the manga by Uoto, the drama explores the rivalry and growth of two prodigy sprinters over the years.
- 5) Violet Evergarden: Masterpiece from Kyoto Animation that remains a pillar of the catalog. We follow a former child soldier who seeks to understand the meaning of the phrase "I love you" while working as a letter writer for people in emotional situations.
- 4) The Summer Hikaru Died: Voted best horror anime of 2025. The story takes place in a quiet village where a young man realizes that his best friend, who had disappeared, has returned possessed by an unknown entity.
- 3) Orb: On the Movements of the Earth: A hit from studio Madhouse set in 15th-century Europe. The plot shows the dangerous struggle of young scholars who defy the Church to prove astronomical theories considered heretical.
- 2) Blue Period: An inspiring drama about Yatora Yaguchi, a popular student who decides to abandon his empty life to try to enter the competitive Tokyo University of the Arts, even without prior painting experience.
- 1) Haikyu!!: The king of sports anime. The journey of Shoyo Hinata and Tobio Kageyama on the Karasuno volleyball team is a perfect mix of adrenaline, overcoming challenges, and character development that wins over even those who don't like sports.
Why Watch Now?
Many of these titles, like 100 Meters and The Summer Hikaru Died, arrived recently after successful seasons in Japan, making February 2026 the perfect time to catch up on pop culture. However, classics like Gintama and Rayearth show that Netflix is also heavily investing in nostalgia for veteran fans. So, grab some popcorn and update your watchlist before new premieres take over the algorithm's spotlight.