Many people who do not understand anime, try to equate it with American cartoons, but its nature can be far greater than that of mere cartoons. Anime shows come in all different genres, and there are many under the horror genre that'll make you squirm and hold on to the edge of your seat. As the crisp breeze of autumn begins to flow and the leaves start to change, "cuddle" season will soon be in full effect. And with Halloween weeks away, what better way to spend your time indoors than to check out some awesome anime shows? Forget Netflix and chill (although you can use Netflix to watch anime), because anime and chill is where it's at. Here are 11 spooky and horrifying anime shows that'll have you holding one another for dear life--not literally I hope.

1. Another

This mystery horror thriller is bound to have you feeling a bit creeped out, especially if you're watching it in a creaky house in the middle of the night. No one is safe in this twist-filled anime series with a ghostly vibe.

If you're a fan of horror films with gore and gruesome deaths, you've found the right anime series for you. What starts off as a warm goodbye to a friend, becomes a fight for survival among these unlucky students.

3. Parasyte (Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu )

If you enjoyed the movie The Faculty, then this series will not disappoint you. Parasitic aliens are pretty darn terrifying.

4. Tokyo Ghoul

As dangerous and bloodthirsty beings called "ghouls" walk among humans, those who want to live normal lives are unwilling dragged into the dark and gruesome life of fearsome ghouls.

4. Death Parade

While not completely on the terrifying side of things as the others on the list, this series will have one deeply thinking about life and the possibilities of what's to come after life ends.

5. High school of the Dead

For those of you who are fans of "The Walking Dead," or simply have a love of the undead, you're in for a treat with this action-packed anime series.

6. Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin )

Can you imagine waking up to see a giant humanoid creature (a titan) destroying your town and eating your friends? No? Well, watching this will definitely help you picture that terrifying image.

7. Blood- C

Monsters and brutal deaths fill this anime as you follow monster-slaying Saya along on her journey.

8. Death Note

Armed with a notebook called the "Death Note" and a shinigami also known as the god of death, one has the power to instantly kill so long as they have their victim's name.

9. Elfen Lied

Conspiracies and government experimentation revolve around the protagonist in this action and horror series. Be prepared to gasp and cringe.

10. Hell girl (Jigoku Shoujo Futakomori )

This anime will make you wonder how far you'd be willing to go to extract revenge on those who've wronged you, even if there's a price you'd have to pay.

Know any other great horror anime series? Feel free to comment them below!