Do you want to know which are the best anime of all time? Get ready,
because this list is all you need! From spotlighting the most influential
Japanese anime in the US to examining the genre across the pond, one thing is
certain, anime is taking over the world.
In this realm, anything is possible. Ladden with layers of
complex storylines woven into a blend of action, adventure, part love story,
and all philosophical, animes have a charm all its own. Interestingly, a
growing subgroup of fans collect anime quotes and live by their messages.
Additionally, there is even a site dedicated to nothing BUT
the genre. It is truly an epicenter of all things anime! And, the fandom keeps
growing and shows no signs of slowing down. Our list will probably grow as well
but for now, enjoy the 25 best anime of all time (so far)!
Sword Art Online
Episodes: 49 (total)
Seasons: 2
If very beautiful animation and strong memorable characters
is what you expect from an anime series, then give Sword Art
Online! a shot. The animation and soundtrack in this series is really
enjoyable. It may not have the best pacing and it's not without its flaws, but
it's entertaining and it will keep you interested.
The story follows a teenage boy, Kirito, who gets stuck in a
massive futuristic online game called Sword Art Online. He becomes one of those
lucky enthusiasts who are the first to get access to the game. He logs into the
game world full of medieval weapons and dangerous monsters. Sounds exciting for
gamers, yes? However, the boy soon realizes that he cannot quit the game until
he completes all one hundred levels! Now the game stops being fun and exciting.
Actually, it turns into an extremely dangerous ordeal. If the players die into
the virtual world, they die in reality. Kirito and his allies decide to do
whatever it takes to survive.
Fullmetal Alchemist
Episodes: 51 ep. (Fullmetal Alchemist),
64 ep. (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood)
Seasons: One for each series
Fullmetal Alchemist tells the story of two
brothers who make an attempt to bring their mother back to life. According to
the fundamental law of alchemy, in order to get something, an alchemist must
sacrifice something of the same value. Thus, one of the brothers loses an arm
and the other loses his entire body (his soul becomes bonded into a suit of
armor). Soon, the brothers learn about the existence of the Philosopher Stone,
which has the ability to transcend the laws of alchemy. Our heroes decide to
embark on a quest to get that stone. The further they go, the more they realize
they are drawn into a far darker battle than they imagined.
As you might have already guessed, this series belongs to
one of the most popular anime genres, shounen, which is aimed at teenage boys.
They usually feature a male protagonist who embarks on a dangerous adventure.
Actually, Fullmetal Alchemist has a more intricate and complex
story then many other shounens. It's also different from many other entries in
this genre because it takes place in a fictionalized world with a setting of
somewhere in European the early 20th century. This action fantasy anime is
considered a must-watch for any anime fan as well as those who are new to the
world of anime!
Sailor Moon
Episodes: 200
Seasons: 5
If you are looking for comedy, romance, dramatic moments,
and a great soundtrack, Sailor Moon should be your choice. The
romance and comedy here are well balanced with some funny moments and it works
well! The characters here are so easy to relate to! They are cute, lovable, and
relatable in many ways. This show may seem childish (primarily because of the
voices in dubbed version), but it actually covers a lot of issues such as
sexuality, violence, and many relationship problems. Many fans of this anime
series say that it's better to avoid the English dubbed version. They recommend
that you watch it with subtitles because the voice acting is way better in the
original Japanese version.
Sailor Moon is about a regular teenage girl
whose life is turned upside down after she learns about her fate. It is
revealed that the girl is destined to become a planetary guardian and protect
the planet. From then on, she is called the warrior Sailor Moon. She must make
allies with the other Sailor Soldiers in order to defend the Earth.
Attack on Titan
Episodes: 54 (total)
Seasons: 3
If you are looking for an epic and dramatic anime with a
captivating story, look no further. Attack on Titan is one of
the most popular anime series that is full of epic fight scenes as well as an
interesting and meaningful narrative. It is filled with tragic scenes and sad
moments. This show will likely break your heart a lot as many characters
sacrifice their lives in order to protect humanity.
Adapted from the award-winning manga of the same name, Attack
on Titan takes us to a world where mankind is on the verge of
extinction. Terrifying and enormous creatures called titans have forced humans
to hide behind gigantic walls. These titans love human flesh not out of hunger
but out of pleasure. That makes them even more terrifying. Humans have been
hiding behind the walls for 100 years and they don't expect any intrusions.
However, their calm life comes to an end when a titan breaches the outer wall.
The story follows Eren Yeager and his two allies who dedicate their lives to
defeating the man-eating creatures.
Detective Conan
Episodes: Over 900 and counting
Seasons: 27 and counting
Detective Conan has everything to keep you
interested. It has funny moments, a love story, drama, and unique mysteries. If
you are looking for well-thought-out mysteries where the solutions are not so
obvious, give it a shot! The writers definitely put a lot of effort into their
work!
The story follows Shinichi Kudou, who has the magnificent
skill of being able to solve even the most challenging cases. This is
significant when you take into account that he is only 17. One night changes
his life. It's the night when the young detective witnesses two suspicious men
at an amusement park. They notice him and give him some experimental drug. He
survives, but his body has shrunken down to the size of a seven-year-old boy!
While hiding his real identity, Shinichi investigates the strange organization
that has made a dramatic change to his body.
