You can still watch the Death Note anime legally on several major streaming platforms, though availability varies by country and can change over time.

Main places to watch Death Note

Here are the most commonly available legal options as of 2025–2026 (check your local catalog, since licenses are region-based):

  • Netflix – Often carries the full Death Note anime in many regions, with both sub and dub.
  • Hulu / Disney+ (where bundled) – Reported to stream the series, usually with both English and Japanese audio in some regions like the US.
  • Amazon Prime Video – Sometimes includes Death Note as part of Prime or on specific anime channels, plus digital purchase options.
  • Peacock – Listed in some guides as carrying Death Note in the US catalog.
  • Free-with-ads services – Platforms like Tubi, Roku Channel, or similar ad-supported streamers may offer it (often subbed, sometimes dubbed), depending on your country.
  • Digital purchase (no subscription) – You can usually buy full seasons or episodes via stores like Amazon Video or Apple TV/Blu‑ray releases if streaming isn’t available in your region.

Tip: Search “Death Note JustWatch” plus your country to see a current list of legal streaming platforms in your region.

Region notes and forum chatter

Anime and Death Note –specific forums often mention that:

  • The show can rotate on and off Netflix depending on country; in some places it left, in others it’s still available.
  • In parts of Europe, fans report needing to rely on DVDs/Blu‑ray or digital purchase when no streaming rights are active.
  • In North America, people frequently cite Netflix, Hulu/Disney+, and sometimes free options like Roku or Tubi as current go‑tos.
  • Some fans use region‑unblocking tools to access catalogs where Death Note is still streaming, but you should always follow your local laws and the platform’s terms of service.

A typical forum comment in 2025 mentions that they watch Death Note on Netflix or Hulu in their country, while others mention free options such as Tubi or Roku with ads.

How to quickly check “Death Note where to watch” right now

Because licenses shift a lot, use this simple checklist before you start your watch or rewatch:

  1. Look up with an aggregator
    • Sites like JustWatch let you select your country and show where Death Note is currently streaming, free, or for purchase.
  1. Open your usual apps
    • Search directly in Netflix, Hulu/Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, and any local anime platforms (e.g., regional anime channels or services).
  1. If it’s missing
    • Check if it’s available to buy (digital or Blu‑ray) so you’re not relying on low‑quality or illegal streams.

Mini FAQ

Is Death Note on Netflix right now?

  • Many users in 2025 report it being on Netflix in regions like the US and parts of Europe, but it can disappear in other territories, such as some German‑speaking countries.

Any totally free legal options?

  • Depending on where you live, ad‑supported services (for example, Roku Channel or Tubi) may carry Death Note with either sub or dub, and some regions have limited free access via Amazon’s ad‑supported offerings.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.