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Lauded for its relatable characters, clever, fantastical storytelling, and eye-catching, artistic designs, Japanese animations (better known as
Within the anime space, it has been shown that people of all walks of life, ages, and backgrounds have dabbled in a variety of subgenres to find the stories that catch their hearts and minds. Anime is truly a space where all viewers are welcome. For instance, you can discover everything from action to politics to mythology. Plus, some titles depict romantic interests and emotion-based direction, while featuring narratives anywhere from science fiction to historical drama to sheer fantasy. From mental health struggles to vengeance, many titles offer well-paced story development and vibrant, albeit dark-at-times, visuals.
Whether you’re a hardcore follower of manga-adapted anime (manga: Japanese comics and graphic novels), a longstanding fan of specific anime subgenres, or a newbie to the revered content, check out some of our most popular anime titles below. There’s truly something for everyone.
Action-adventure series
Quests. Battles. Life-changing journeys. When it comes to anime, action-adventure series are never short on jaw-dropping moments in time. You’ll also find key characters discovering their inner hero, while their crew and/or sidekicks stand by to shepherd their inner- and outer-evolution, all while helping them win battles and learn from their losses. While the volume of villains seems endless, it’s the “big bads” that guarantee the biggest moments and the greatest turn of events.
Monkey D. Luffy refuses to let anyone or anything stand in the way of his quest to become king of all pirates. With a course charted for the treacherous waters of the Grand Line, this is one captain who’ll never drop anchor until he’s claimed the greatest treasure on Earth—the legendary One Piece. The life of the shinobi is beginning to change. Boruto Uzumaki, son of the Seventh Hokage Naruto Uzumaki, has enrolled in the Ninja Academy to learn the ways of the ninja. Now, as a series of mysterious events unfold, Boruto’s story is about to begin. Despite being born powerless into a super-powered world, Izuku refuses to give up on his dream of becoming a hero. He enrolls himself in a prestigious hero academy with a deadly entrance exam. To make the grade, he’ll have to put in some serious study time with the mightiest hero of all. Goku—the strongest fighter on the planet—is all that stands between humanity and villains from the darkest corners of space. Joined in battle by the Z-Fighters, Goku travels to distant realms in search of the magic powers of the seven Dragon Balls. From the director of “Death Note” comes Attack on Titan. Many years ago, humanity was forced to retreat behind the towering walls of a fortified city to escape the massive, man-eating Titans that roamed the land outside their fortress. This is their story. A family is attacked by demons and only two members survive, Tanjiro and his sister Nezuko, who is turning into a demon slowly. Tanjiro sets out to become a demon slayer to avenge his family and cure his sister.
One Piece
Toei Animation Inc.
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
VIZ media
My Hero Academia
Crunchyroll, LLC
Dragon Ball Z
Toei Animation Inc.
Attack on Titan
Crunchyroll, LLC
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Cinedigm
Fantasy-adventure series
Gather the family around and watch a collection of anime series that are critically acclaimed, moving, and award winning. From the heart-warming journey of a beloved goldfish that yearns to be human to an act of heroism that leads to an adventure of a lifetime within a kingdom of cats, there’s truly something for everyone. Connect with your loved ones over stunning imagery, creative storylines, and fantastical characters.
From the legendary Studio Ghibli, creators of “Spirited Away” and “My Neighbor Totoro,” and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki, comes a heartwarming adventure. When Sosuke, a young boy who lives on a clifftop overlooking the sea, rescues a stranded goldfish named Ponyo, he discovers more than he bargained for. Ponyo is a curious, energetic young creature who yearns to be human, but even as she causes chaos around the house, her father, a powerful sorcerer, schemes to return Ponyo to the sea. It is a tradition for all young witches to leave their families on the night of a full moon and fly off into the wide world to learn their craft. When that night comes for Kiki, she embarks on her new journey with her sarcastic black cat, Jiji, landing the next morning in a seaside village, where her unique skills make her an instant sensation. Don’t miss this delightfully imaginative and timeless story of a young girl finding her way in the world, featuring the voices of Kirsten Dunst, Janeane Garofalo, Phil Hartman, and Debbie Reynolds. Chihiro’s family is moving to a new house, but when they stop on the way to explore an abandoned village, her parents undergo a mysterious transformation and Chihiro is whisked into a world of fantastic spirits ruled over by the sorceress Yubaba. Put to work in a magical bathhouse for spirits and demons, Chihiro must use all her wits to survive in this strange new place, find a way to free her parents, and return to the normal world. Overflowing with imaginative creatures and thrilling storytelling, Spirited Away became one of the most critically acclaimed films of all time. From the legendary Studio Ghibli, creators of “My Neighbor Totoro” and the Academy Award®-winning “Spirited Away,” comes a charming and magical adventure that will delight the entire family. Haru is walking home after a dreary day of school when she spies a cat with a small gift box in its mouth crossing a busy street, and she jumps in front of traffic to save the cat from an oncoming truck. To her amazement, the cat gets up on its hind legs, brushes itself off, and thanks her very politely. But things take an even stranger turn when later that night, the King of Cats shows up at her doorstep in a feline motorcade. He showers Haru with gifts, and decrees that she shall marry the Prince and come live in the Kingdom of Cats. Castle in the Sky is a timeless story of courage and friendship, with stunning animation from acclaimed Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki. This high-flying adventure begins when Pazu, an engineer’s apprentice, spies a young girl, Sheeta, floating down from the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Both Sheeta and Pazu are searching for the legendary floating castle, Laputa, and they vow to travel there together to unravel the mystery of the luminous crystal. But their quest won’t be easy, as soon they are being pursued by greedy air pirates, the military, and secret government agents, who all seek the power Sheeta alone can control. From the legendary Studio Ghibli, creators of “Spirited Away,” and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki, comes an epic masterpiece that has dazzled audiences worldwide with its breathtaking imagination, exhilarating battles, and deep humanity. Inflicted with a deadly curse, the young warrior Ashitaka heads west in search of a cure. There, he stumbles into a bitter conflict between Lady Eboshi, the proud people of Iron Town, and the enigmatic Princess Mononoke, a young girl raised by wolves, who will stop at nothing to prevent the humans from destroying her home and the forest spirits and animal gods who live there.
Ponyo
Studio Ghibli
Kiki’s Delivery Service
Studio Ghibli
Spirited Away
Studio Ghibli
The Cat Returns
Studio Ghibli
Castle in the Sky
Studio Ghibli
Princess Mononoke
Studio Ghibli
Classic anime
Nothing beats the classics. If you’re already an anime aficionado, these titles probably fall into the “what was your introduction to anime” category. We won’t fault you if you decide to revisit them. If you’re new to anime, these selections are perfect for capturing your interest and pulling you into a deeper world of adventure and fantasy.
When an alien ship crashes in the South Pacific, humanity reverse-engineers its robotechnology to build the warship, SDF-1, and prepare for another assault. But the arrival of a new armada will kick off generation-long wars both for Earth and the cosmos. The Village Hidden in the Leaves is home to the stealthiest ninja in the land. But twelve years earlier, a fearsome nine-tailed fox terrorized the village before it was subdued and its spirit sealed within the body of a baby boy, Naruto Uzumaki. The entire series, all 220 episodes, in one set. For as long as he can remember, Ichigo Kurosaki has been able to see ghosts. But when he meets Rukia, a soul reaper who battles evil spirits known as Hollows, his life is changed forever. Ichigo discovers his true calling: to protect the world of the living and the dead. When Rukia is taken away to face the Soul Society, Ichigo and his friends must cross over and do battle in the spirit world. The story of the priestess Kikyo and half-demon Inuyasha ended in tragedy. Will Inuyasha and Kagome’s story have a happier ending? Each battle draws the group closer to their ultimate goal, the border of the afterlife and the final shard of the Shikon Jewel. But the last stage of their journey is the most difficult of all. In their final battle with Naraku, will the bond between Kagome and Inuyasha prove strong enough to vanquish him at last? Usagi Tsukino is a cheerful 14-year-old schoolgirl who often finds herself in unwanted situations. One day, she saves a talking cat named Luna from some mean kids, and her life is changed forever. Luna gives Usagi a magic brooch that transforms her into Sailor Moon, defender of love and justice! Now Usagi must work with Luna to find the other Sailor Guardians and the Moon Princess, whose Legendary Silver Crystal is Earth’s only hope against the dark forces of the evil Queen Beryl. A thousand years after the Seven Days of Fire destroyed civilization, warring human factions survive in a world devastated by atmospheric poisons and swarming with gigantic insects. The peaceful Valley of the Wind is nestled on the edge of the Toxic Forest and led by the courageous Princess Nausicaä, whose love of all living things leads her into terrible danger, as she fights to restore balance between humans and nature.
Robotech
Crunchyroll, LLC
Naruto
VIZ media
Bleach
Pierrot Co., Ltd.
Inuyasha
VIZ media
Sailor Moon
VIZ media
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
Studio Ghibli
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