The best anime series

Anime spans every genre, from grand fantasy epics to tight psychological thrillers. Whether you're starting out or filling gaps, these series are the ones almost every fan recommends.

The best anime series of all time

1. 
   Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood2009★ 8.7

   Two brothers chase the truth of alchemy — often called the best anime ever.

2. 
   Attack on Titan2013★ 8.7

   A brutal, twist-laden dark fantasy about humanity behind walls.

3. 
   Death Note2006★ 8.6

   A genius and a detective in an iconic battle of wits.

4. 
   Steins;Gate2011★ 8.5

   A slow-burn time-travel thriller with a devastating second half.

5. 
   Cowboy Bebop1998★ 8.5

   A stylish, jazzy space-bounty-hunter classic.

6. 
   Hunter x Hunter2011★ 8.7

   A deceptively deep shonen adventure with brilliant arcs.

7. 
   One Piece1999★ 8.7

   The epic, decades-spanning pirate adventure.

8. 
   Demon Slayer2019★ 8.6

   Gorgeously animated demon-hunting action.

9. 
   Jujutsu Kaisen2020★ 8.6

   A modern shonen hit with kinetic curse-fighting battles.

10. 
    Code Geass2006★ 8.3

    A strategic mecha drama about rebellion and sacrifice.

11. 
    Vinland Saga2019★ 8.5

    A grounded Viking epic about revenge and redemption.

12. 
    Frieren: Beyond Journey's End2023★ 8.8

    A quiet, moving fantasy about an elf outliving her companions.

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