Anime/Cartoon Collection
by maybeepro | created - 11 Oct 2018 | updated - 1 month ago | PublicAlphabetical Order
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1. Afro Samurai (2007)
TV-MA | 26 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A Black samurai goes on a mission to avenge the wrongful death of his father in a futuristic feudal Japan.
Stars: Samuel L. Jackson, Phil LaMarr, Yuri Lowenthal, Greg Eagles
Votes: 18,237
5 + Resurrection (Movie)
Over the top action with plot as an afterthought
B
2. Archer (2009–2023)
TV-MA | 22 min | Animation, Action, Comedy
Covert black ops and espionage take a back seat to zany personalities and relationships between secret agents and drones.
Stars: H. Jon Benjamin, Judy Greer, Amber Nash, Chris Parnell
Votes: 165,978
135 + ongoing
Funny cartoon about a secret agent working for Isis, with his mother as M
A
3. Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005–2008)
TV-Y7-FV | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
In a war-torn world of elemental powers, a young boy reawakens to undertake a dangerous mystic quest to fulfill his destiny as the Avatar, and bring peace to the world.
Stars: Dee Bradley Baker, Zach Tyler Eisen, Mae Whitman, Jack De Sena
Votes: 373,460
61 --- x2
Enjoyable series, anime inspired, well written characters.
A
4. Basilisk: The Kouga Ninja Scrolls (2005)
TV-MA | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The year is 1614 AD. Two warring ninja clans, each supporting a son of Hidetada Tokugawa as the next shogun, send ten representatives each to fight to the death for the possession Tokugawa ... See full summary »
Stars: Laura Bailey, Nana Mizuki, Kôsuke Toriumi, Troy Baker
Votes: 4,321
24
True to the excellent script of the action/drama book
A
5. Bastard!! (1992–1993)
Not Rated | 180 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A dark lord is trying to destroy his foes, take over the world with his demonic armies and bed women along the way.
Stars: Kazuki Yao, Daran Norris, Wendee Lee, Yuriko Fuchizaki
Votes: 796
6
A short take on the fantasy manga
B
6. Batman Beyond (1999–2001)
TV-Y7 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Fuelled by remorse and vengeance, a high schooler named Terry McGinnis revives the role of Batman. Under supervision of an elderly Bruce Wayne, he fights crime in a harsh, futuristic Gotham.
Stars: Will Friedle, Kevin Conroy, Lauren Tom, Cree Summer
Votes: 30,507
52 + Return of the Joker
The sequel to the adventures of the caped crusader
A+
7. Batman: The Animated Series (1992–1995)
TV-PG | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The Dark Knight battles crime in Gotham City with occasional help from Robin and Batgirl.
Stars: Kevin Conroy, Loren Lester, Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Bob Hastings
Votes: 117,087
109
+ Mask of the Phantasm + Subzero + Mystery of the Batwoman
+ Year One + Under the Red Hood + Gotham Knight
The best take on the Dark Knight there is
A+
8. Berserk (1997–1998)
TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Guts, a wandering mercenary, joins the Band of the Hawk after being defeated in a duel by Griffith, the group's leader and founder. Together, they dominate every battle, but something menacing lurks in the shadows.
Stars: Marc Diraison, Nobutoshi Canna, Carrie Keranen, Kevin T. Collins
Votes: 53,225
24
A short take of the first 12 volumes of the amazing heroic fantasy manga
B
9. Black Blood Brothers (2006– )
TV-14 | Animation, Action, Comedy
Remnants of a vampire clan that wanted to rule the world alone, but got defeated in a war by joined forces of other vampires and humans, kidnap the brother of a vampire war veteran. He looks for them in a secret vampire city.
Stars: Colleen Clinkenbeard, J. Michael Tatum, Takahiro Sakurai, Leah Clark
Votes: 1,276
12
Vampire action flick, stopped short
B
10. Black Lagoon (2006)
TV-MA | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A Japanese businessman, captured by modern-day pirates, is written off and left for dead by his company. Tired of the corporate life, he opts to stick with the mercenaries that kidnapped him, becoming part of their gang.
Stars: Megumi Toyoguchi, Daisuke Namikawa, Brad Swaile, Maryke Hendrikse
Votes: 17,935
24
A glance into mercenaries pumping action life
A+
11. Bleach (2004–2023)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
High school student Ichigo Kurosaki, who has the ability to see ghosts, gains soul reaper powers from Rukia Kuchiki and sets out to save the world from "Hollows".
Stars: Johnny Yong Bosch, Michelle Ruff, Stephanie Sheh, Jamieson Price
Votes: 69,059
275+ (ongoing)
Popular shonen, packed with action, about shinigamis and their fights for soul salvation
A
12. Claymore (2007)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A deadly breed of monster - the Yoma - has only one foe: Claymore. These warrior women, human-Yoma hybrids, can deliver salvation by the edge of a blade for a fee. This is the tale of the Claymore called Clare's solitary path to vengeance.
Stars: Todd Haberkorn, Stephanie Young, Houko Kuwashima, Cherami Leigh
Votes: 15,175
aka Claymore
26
A lesser Berserk with half-demon warriors fighting their counterparts
C
13. Code Geass (2006–2008)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama
After being given a mysterious power to control others, an outcast prince becomes the masked leader of the rebellion against an all-powerful empire.
Stars: Jun Fukuyama, Takahiro Sakurai, Johnny Yong Bosch, Yukana
Votes: 80,245
25+25 (Code Geass R2) --- x2
The Perfect Manipulation of Psyche kind of anime
A+
14. Cowboy Bebop (1998–1999)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The futuristic misadventures and tragedies of an easygoing bounty hunter and his partners.
Stars: Kôichi Yamadera, Unshô Ishizuka, Megumi Hayashibara, Steve Blum
Votes: 138,977
26
The jazzy classic about space bounty hunters and crime syndicates
A
15. Death Note (2006–2007)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Crime, Drama
An intelligent high school student goes on a secret crusade to eliminate criminals from the world after discovering a notebook capable of killing anyone whose name is written into it.
Stars: Mamoru Miyano, Brad Swaile, Vincent Tong, Ryô Naitô
Votes: 378,741
37
Psychological/Police Perfect Story
A
16. Desert Punk (2004–2005)
TV-MA | 580 min | Animation, Action, Comedy
In the future, Japan is a wasteland with scattered humans in the Great Kanto Desert. A short-statured man named "Sunabozu" makes a living as a bounty hunter, but he has a weakness for the opposite sex.
Stars: Eric Vale, Cole Brown, Chihiro Suzuki, Luci Christian
Votes: 1,454
aka Desert Punk
24
Follows the most pervy merc of the Great Kanto Desert
A
17. Elfen Lied (2004)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama
Two university students come across a seemingly harmless girl named Lucy, unaware that she's actually a mutant serial killer with a split personality.
Stars: Sanae Kobayashi, Chihiro Suzuki, Mamiko Noto, Sam Saletta
Votes: 36,927
13
Overpowered characters, stopped short
B
18. Fullmetal Alchemist (2003–2004)
TV-PG | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
When a failed alchemical ritual leaves brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric with severely damaged bodies, they begin searching for the one thing that can save them: the fabled philosopher's stone.
Stars: Vic Mignogna, Aaron Dismuke, Romi Park, Rie Kugimiya
Votes: 77,658
aka Fullmetal Alchemist
51 + Conqueror of Shamballa (movie)
A thrilling story about what it is to be human, in all its forms
A
19. Gantz (2004)
TV-MA | 22 min | Animation, Action, Drama
After their deaths, two teens are transported to an apartment with an ominous black sphere and must participate in a gory alien-hunting "game."
Stars: Hiroshi Kamiya, Daisuke Namikawa, John Swasey, Chris Ayres
Votes: 8,638
24
Original concept of after death Game
B
20. Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2002–2005)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Crime
The futuristic adventures of a female cyborg counter intelligence agent and her support team.
Stars: Shirô Saitô, Atsuko Tanaka, Osamu Saka, Mary Elizabeth McGlynn
Votes: 20,950
aka Ghost in the Shell: SAC
GitS (movie) + 26 + 26 (2nd gig) + Solid State Society --- x2
Intelligent Sci-Fi/Action anime
A+
21. Halo Legends (2010 Video)
PG-13 | 120 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The universe of the Halo video game series is expanded in seven short animated films from Japan's greatest anime directors and studios.
Directors: Frank O'Connor, Shinji Aramaki, Hideki Futamura, Toshiyuki Kanno, Tomoki Kyôda, Kôichi Mashimo, Yasushi Muraki, Daisuke Nishio, Mamoru Oshii, Kôji Sawai, Hiroshi Yamazaki, Keiichi Sugiyama, Takahiro Tanaka | Stars: Jessie James Grelle, Brittney Karbowski, Luci Christian, David Matranga
Votes: 5,967
8
Expands the History of the Halo universe
A
22. Hellsing (2001–2002)
TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Action, Fantasy
A British taskforce, lead by the daughter of the vampire hunter Prof. Van Helsing, battles the supernatural with the aid of two vampires.
Stars: Jôji Nakata, Yoshiko Sakakibara, Fumiko Orikasa, Steven Brand
Votes: 18,247
aka Hellsing
13
Over the Top Vampire stories
B
23. Ikki tousen (2003– )
TV-MA | 325 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Seven rival high schools battle each other for victory and total supremacy. The students will do what ever it takes to come out on top and see their school leading the way.
Stars: Yûko Kaida, Masumi Asano, Satoshi Hino, Kei Shindo
Votes: 1,300
13
Eye catching anime, doesn't shy away from fan service
B
24. Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit (2007)
TV-PG | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The Second Empress hires a spear-wielding woman to save her son from the Mikado (emperor) who believes the young prince is possessed by a water demon foretold to bring a terrible drought upon the land should he live.
Stars: Mabuki Andô, Naoto Adachi, Kôji Tsujitani, Hirofumi Nojima
Votes: 2,943
aka Moribito
26
A prince must fulfill his destiny to save his people from the drought
A
25. Naruto (2002–2007)
TV-PG | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Naruto Uzumaki, a mischievous adolescent ninja, struggles as he searches for recognition and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the village's leader and strongest ninja.
Stars: Junko Takeuchi, Maile Flanagan, Kate Higgins, Chie Nakamura
Votes: 127,488
220 + Movies 1-2-3
The Perfect Shonen
A
26. Naruto: Shippuden (2007–2017)
TV-PG | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Naruto Uzumaki, is a loud, hyperactive, adolescent ninja who constantly searches for approval and recognition, as well as to become Hokage, who is acknowledged as the leader and strongest of all ninja in the village.
Stars: Alexandre Crepet, Junko Takeuchi, Maile Flanagan, Chie Nakamura
Votes: 168,682
125+ (ongoing)
Sequel to the original where the characters have matured and are more experienced
A
27. Rune Soldier (2000– )
Animation, Action, Adventure
Louie, a brawny student at the mage's guild, is reluctantly accepted by three girls as a companion for their adventuring party. As the foursome explore ruins, battle dark creatures, and ... See full summary »
Stars: Jason Douglas, Shelley Calene-Black, Allison Keith-Shipp, Christine M. Auten
Votes: 231
24
The funny adventures of a mage teaming with a female cleric, warrior and thief
B
28. Samurai 7 (2004)
TV-PG | 702 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A small village gets raided by bandits every harvest season. The villagers can't take it anymore, and decide to recruit samurais to defend them in exchange for rice. Will the villagers find who would defend them from the bandits?
Stars: R. Bruce Elliott, Christopher Sabat, Sean Teague, Colleen Clinkenbeard
Votes: 4,433
26
A band of true warriors gather in order to protect a small village from an evil lord
B
29. Samurai Deeper Kyo (2002)
TV-PG | 25 min | Animation, Action
Renowned and feared swordsman Demon Eyes Kyo endures harsh duels with powerful enemies in search for his original body, as he struggles to maintain power of the body he is temporarily in, ... See full summary »
Stars: Eden Riegel, Dan Green, Christopher Kromer, Russell Wait
Votes: 525
26
Breach in time, angry soul trapped inside another’s body, confusing at time
B
30. Star Wars: Clone Wars (2003–2005)
TV-Y7 | 6 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The events and battles of the Galactic Republic's last major war are recounted.
Stars: Mat Lucas, James Arnold Taylor, André Sogliuzzo, Grey Griffin
Votes: 28,923
25
Stylized series with good take on the universe far far away
A
31. The Adventures of Tintin (1991–1992)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The adventures of the young reporter, his faithful dog and friends as they travel around the world on adventures.
Stars: Colin O'Meara, Thierry Wermuth, Christian Pelissier, Henri Labussière
Votes: 19,236
20
The accurate adaptation of the comic, a pure classic
A+
32. Tokko - 特公 (2006– )
Animation, Action, Crime
When 108 demons free themselves and start killing people, Special Public Safety Task Force, or "Tokko" for short, is formed to stop them. Some of the members have demons inside of them and can use them to enhance their own abilities.
Stars: Yuri Lowenthal, Tara Platt, Jennie Kwan, Michelle Ruff
Votes: 507
13
Interesting concept too soon stopped
B
33. Trigun (1998)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Vash the Stampede is the most infamous outlaw on the planet Gunsmoke and with a 60 billion double dollar price on his head the most sought after.
Stars: Masaya Onosaka, Hiromi Tsuru, Satsuki Yukino, Johnny Yong Bosch
Votes: 24,193
26 + Badlands Rumble (movie)
The story of the Legendary Gunman set on a Western/Sci-Fi Planet
A
34. Darker Than Black (2007–2010)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama
In Tokyo, an impenetrable field known as "Hell's Gate" appeared ten years ago. At the same time, psychics who wield paranormal powers at the cost of their conscience also emerged.
Stars: Jason Liebrecht, Kate Oxley, Christopher Sabat, Brina Palencia
Votes: 12,475
26
Action thriller where supernatural powers come at a real price
A
35. Devil May Cry: The Animated Series (2007)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Fantasy
Dante, a superhuman son of a powerful murdered demon and human woman is a master of gun and sword who runs an "odd-job" agency. Despite financial troubles, he never loses his cool since work always comes calling sooner or later.
Stars: Toshiyuki Morikawa, Misato Fukuen, Akio Ôtsuka, Fumiko Orikasa
Votes: 5,644
12
Spinoff to the video game, where demons invade our world
C
36. Golden Boy (1995–1996)
Not Rated | 165 min | Animation, Comedy
A University drop-out rides Japan on his bicycle, taking part-time jobs and trying not to take women.
Stars: Doug Smith, Matt Greenfield, Mitsuo Iwata, Gorô Naya
Votes: 7,194
6
Funny comedy about a boy that travels around for the sake of his... education
B
37. Fairy Tail (2009–2019)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Lucy, an aspiring Celestial Wizard, becomes a friend and ally to powerful wizards Natsu, Gray, and Erza, who are part of the (in)famous wizard guild, Fairy Tail.
Stars: Cherami Leigh, Todd Haberkorn, Tia Lynn Ballard, Tetsuya Kakihara
Votes: 28,035
72+ (ongoing)
The Adventures of the Famous Wizards Guild's Strongest Team
A
38. Samurai Champloo (2004–2005)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Fuu, a waitress who works in a teahouse, rescues two master swordsmen, Mugen and Jin, from their execution to help her find the "samurai who smells of sunflowers."
Stars: Kazuya Nakai, Ginpei Sato, Ayako Kawasumi, Steve Blum
Votes: 55,408
26
A young girl travels in search of her father and is helped by 2 ronin along the way
A
39. Blade of the Immortal (2008)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
In medieval Japan, a witch curses a master swordsman with immortality. After many years he grows tired of it and asks her to make him mortal again if he atones for his sins by killing a 1000 evil men. A girl seeking revenge helps him.
Stars: Keith Silverstein, Karen Strassman, Mela Lee, Tomokazu Seki
Votes: 722
13
A tale of vengeance, a trail of blood. Incomplete ending.
C
40. Karas: The Prophecy (2005 Video)
TV-MA | 80 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
In a Japanese city haunted by nature spirits and demons, a secret war is raging between the renegade demon Eko and a spectral warrior known as the Karas. Eko has mechanized himself and his ... See full summary »
Directors: Kei'ichi Sato, Hiroshi Yamazaki, Akira Takada | Stars: Kasumi Suzuki, Sôkô Wada, Takahiro Sakurai, Hitomi Nabatame
Votes: 1,688
The Prophecy + The Revelation
A war between the spectral and the human world, with top notch visuals
A
41. Justice League (2001–2004)
TV-PG | 22 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Seven of the most formidable heroes form arguably the most powerful team ever.
Stars: Carl Lumbly, Phil LaMarr, Michael Rosenbaum, George Newbern
Votes: 51,751
91+ Crisis on Two Earths + Doom + New Frontier
Earth Greatest Heroes assemble to fight the Forces of Evil
A+
42. Witchblade (2006)
TV-MA | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Masane's fate is altered after uniting with the Witchblade, an ancient weapon that penetrates the body and mind. Forced into the service of the Doji Group and hunted by the NSWF, Masane's greatest battle will be for her soul.
Stars: Jamie Marchi, Cherami Leigh, Robert McCollum, Mamiko Noto
Votes: 1,613
24
Two mega-corporations fighting for the ultimate power, one mother fighting for her child
A
43. Superman: The Animated Series (1996–2000)
TV-PG | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The last son of the planet Krypton protects his adoptive home of Earth as the greatest of the superheroes.
Stars: Tim Daly, Joseph Bologna, Dana Delany, David Kaufman
Votes: 17,677
54 + Doomsday + Public Enemies + Apocalyspe
The Man of Steel, from the creators of Batman:TAS and Justice League
A
44. Young Justice (2010–2023)
TV-PG | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Teenage superheroes strive to prove themselves as members of the Justice League.
Stars: Nolan North, Danica McKellar, Jesse McCartney, Stephanie Lemelin
Votes: 45,383
46 --- x2
Indirect successor of the Justice League series, with an emphasis on the sidekicks and newcomers trying to make a name for themselves.
A
45. The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes (2010–2012)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
After 74 villains break out of prison, Marvel's most powerful superheroes team up to capture all of them, and also to defend the Earth from widespread threats.
Stars: Eric Loomis, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Brian Bloom, Rick D. Wasserman
Votes: 16,290
52
Great characters, great animation, great series. Manages to cover a lot of major story arcs from the Marvel comics.
A
46. Iron Man: Extremis (2010)
TV-14 | Animation, Action, Sci-Fi
An experimental serum called Extremis gets stolen, and Iron Man rockets into action. The ensuing battles test Stark's spirit and Iron Man's power. Based on the graphic novel of the same name.
Stars: Jason Griffith, Therese Plummer, Ted Lewis, Dan Green
Votes: 715
6
Motion comic that follows the Extremis arc, similar to the storyline of Iron Man 3
A
47. Black Panther (2010)
TV-14 | 69 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Black Panther is the ruler and protector of the African nation of Wakanda. Using technology, wits, and extraordinary fighting ability he must protect his nation from an invasion led by Ulysses Klaw, the man who killed his father.
Stars: Djimon Hounsou, Jill Scott, Carl Lumbly, Stephen Stanton
Votes: 1,736
6
Motion comic about the origins of the Black Panther
A
48. Astonishing X-Men (2009–2012)
69 min | Animation, Action, Sci-Fi
An alien species attempts to take over earth, but the X-Men are ready for anything.
Stars: Laura Harris, Lara Gilchrist, Mark Hildreth, Brian Drummond
Votes: 1,048
6
Motion comic with a storyline that served as a starting point for the X-Men Trilogy.
B
49. Spider-Woman, Agent of S.W.O.R.D. (2009)
TV-14 | 10 min | Animation, Short, Action
After the failed alien invasion of Earth, revenge-seeking P.I. Jessica Drew, a.k.a. Spider-Woman, is recruited by S.W.O.R.D., an agency specialized in eliminating alien threats, to track down the remaining aliens disguised as humans.
Stars: Jolynn Carpenter, Nicolette Reed, Andy Mackenzie, Stephanie K. Thomas
Votes: 594
6
Motion comic about the first mission of Spider-Woman in Madripoor, after her abduction by the Kree.
B
50. The Spectacular Spider-Man (2008–2009)
TV-Y7 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
An animated television show that focuses on a sixteen-year-old Peter Parker, and the origins of Spider-Man.
Stars: Josh Keaton, Lacey Chabert, Joshua LeBar, Grey Griffin
Votes: 19,364
26
A very good rendition of the 16 years old Spider-Man.
A
51. Castlevania (2017–2021)
TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A vampire hunter fights to save a besieged city from an army of otherworldly creatures controlled by Dracula.
Stars: Richard Armitage, James Callis, Alejandra Reynoso, Theo James
Votes: 80,479
32
Anime adaptation of the cult-classic video game. Follows vampire hunter Trevor Belmont in his quest to end Dracula's grasp over the land of Wallachia. Pacing of the story is sometimes hit-or-miss, but always backed up by high fidelity visuals... Solid 2nd and 3rd seasons elevating the show as a whole.
A
52. The Legend of Korra (2012–2014)
TV-PG | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Avatar Korra fights to keep Republic City safe from the evil forces of both the physical and spiritual worlds.
Stars: Janet Varney, P.J. Byrne, David Faustino, J.K. Simmons
Votes: 138,117
52
Worthy sequel to Avatar: The Last Airbender, with great characters and visuals. However, a predictable narrative structure and convenient plot devices make it somewhat less memorable than the original.
A
53. Sword Art Online (2012– )
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
In the year 2022, thousands of people get trapped in a new virtual MMORPG and the lone wolf player, Kirito, works to escape.
Stars: Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Haruka Tomatsu, Bryce Papenbrook, Cherami Leigh
Votes: 52,711
25
Show with great visuals, full of MMORPG and anime clichés. Although imminent death should be a high enough stake, the fact that most of the plot takes place inside a virtual world renders it somewhat trivial.
C
54. Kakegurui (2017–2019)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Drama, Mystery
A gambling prodigy comes to an elite school run by games and turns the order upside down.
Stars: Saori Hayami, Tatsuya Tokutake, Miyuki Sawashiro, Minami Tanaka
Votes: 13,037
24
Flashy show about the gambling culture taking over school life. Interesting duels, but lackluster character backgrounds and progressions.
C
55. Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic (2012–2014)
TV-14 | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Aladdin, Alibaba, and Morgiana go their separate ways after spending time together in Sindria to develop their own strengths, make new friends and prepare for what is coming.
Stars: Erica Mendez, Erik Scott Kimerer, Kaori Ishihara, Yûki Kaji
Votes: 4,727
25 (Labyrinth of Magic) + 25 (Kingdom of Magic)
Retelling of legendary heroes adventures the likes of Aladdin, Alibaba and Sinbad in a world governed by white and black magic. Well-designed story arcs, characters and visuals.
A
56. Magi: Sinbad no Bouken (2016)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Young warrior Sinbad sets himself on the path to his destiny, encountering both friends and foes, and changing the world on his way.
Stars: Patrick Seitz, Max Mittelman, Kyle Hebert, Michelle Ruff
Votes: 2,527
13
Short prequel to the main storyline, in which we learn more about the titular character origins prior to his reign as King of Sindria.
A
57. Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008–2020)
TV-PG | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Jedi Knights lead the Grand Army of the Republic against the droid army of the Separatists.
Stars: Tom Kane, Dee Bradley Baker, Matt Lanter, James Arnold Taylor
Votes: 120,411
133
Good insert between Episode II and III. Has some interesting story arcs further fleshing out main and secondary characters. Visuals are hit or miss, with sometimes impressive renditions, and others lackluster textures limiting the depth of the emotions portrayed.
A
58. Fate/Zero (2011–2012)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Seven chosen mages and their summoned heroic spirits fight against each other to try and win the Holy Grail: a magical device that can grant any wish.
Stars: Ayako Kawasumi, Kari Wahlgren, Sayaka Ôhara, Jôji Nakata
Votes: 14,756
25
Holy Grail War between the 7 chosen Mages and their summoned Legendary Heroes. High production values with appealing visuals and archetypal characters. Great sense of escalation throughout, but with a somewhat disjointed conclusion.
A
59. The Dragon Prince (2018– )
TV-Y7 | 26 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Two human princes forge an unlikely bond with the elfin assassin sent to kill them, embarking on an epic quest to bring peace to their warring lands.
Stars: Paula Burrows, Jack De Sena, Sasha Rojen, Racquel Belmonte
Votes: 27,468
36 + ongoing
Enjoyable series, akin to Avatar. Conventional fantasy premise elevated by interesting characters and beautiful visuals, albeit restrained by stiff animation.
A
60. Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] (2014–2015)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A group of seven mages gets chosen to become masters of seven classes of heroic spirits, in order to fight and win the Holy Grail.
Stars: Noriaki Sugiyama, Kana Ueda, Bryce Papenbrook, Mela Lee
Votes: 8,928
26
Sequel to Fate/Zero, set 10 years after, with the next generation of Mages involved in the Holy Grail War. We get some answers to our previous questions. Returning characters are pit against newcomers, many less memorable than their counterparts.
B
61. X-Men: The Animated Series (1992–1997)
TV-Y7 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A team of mutant superheroes fight for justice and human acceptance in the Marvel Comics universe.
Stars: Cedric Smith, Cal Dodd, Lenore Zann, George Buza
Votes: 48,994
76
Marvel most iconic mutants in their most iconic story arcs.
A
62. Love, Death & Robots (2019– )
TV-MA | 15 min | Animation, Short, Action
A collection of animated short stories that span various genres including science fiction, fantasy, horror and comedy.
Stars: Fred Tatasciore, Scott Whyte, Joe Manganiello, Rosario Dawson
Votes: 197,233
26 (short) + ongoing
Anthology series centered around the sci-fi/fantasy genre, with each episode self-contained, with its own style and approach to the common themes.
A
63. Fate/Apocrypha (2017)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama
In an alternate universe, the Holy Grail War was won by the Yggdamillenia family. Now two factions with 7 Master-Servant pairs each and 1 extra Servant as the Ruler are fighting to win the Greater Holy Grail.
Stars: Natsuki Hanae, Maaya Sakamoto, Rumi Okubo, Erica Lindbeck
Votes: 2,701
25
Another Holy Grail War, this time set in an alternate universe. Action-packed, cool character designs and battle scenes. Paper-thin plot at times, although leading to a proper finale.
B
64. One Punch Man (2015– )
TV-PG | 24 min | Animation, Action, Comedy
The story of Saitama, a hero that does it just for fun & can defeat his enemies with a single punch.
Stars: Makoto Furukawa, Kaito Ishikawa, Max Mittelman, Zach Aguilar
Votes: 185,887
12 + ongoing
Saitama is a hero... just for fun. He is the spoof himself, turning everything to ridicule with his unlimited power, while other heroes or vilains embrace typical shonen tropes in intense battle scenes, borderline spectacles.
A
65. KILL la KILL (2013–2014)
TV-14 | 25 min | Animation, Action, Comedy
A young girl arrives at a school of superhumans to find out the truth behind her father's murder.
Stars: Ami Koshimizu, Aya Suzaki, Toshihiko Seki, Shin'ichirô Miki
Votes: 16,809
25
Action-packed over the top anime that fully embraces its silliness and pure fan service nature.
A
66. The Seven Deadly Sins: Signs of Holy War (2014–2021)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The story of the Seven Deadly Sins, a group of warriors who were wrongly accused of a crime they didn't commit and went on a quest to vindicate themselves.
Stars: Bryce Papenbrook, Erika Harlacher, Max Mittelman, Cristina Valenzuela
Votes: 38,119
aka The Seven Deadly Sins
101 + Prisoners of the Sky + Cursed by Light
Fun fantasy adventures in Britannia, centered around memorable characters and their clash with the Demon Clan. Excellent 1st season, almost stand-alone, with the next ones expanding back stories and the overall scope of the main plot at the same time. Massive dip in quality in the later seasons, notably with sloppy animation.
B
67. Gurren Lagann (2007)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Two friends, Simon and Kamina, become the symbols of rebellion against the powerful Spiral King, who forced mankind into subterranean villages.
Stars: Tetsuya Kakihara, Shizuka Itou, Yuri Lowenthal, Marina Inoue
Votes: 21,039
27
Lighthearted Act 1, formulaic Act 2, redeeming Act 3, even elevating this Mecha Anime to its classic status.
A
68. Baki (2018–2020)
TV-MA | 45 min | Animation, Action, Drama
The protagonist, Baki Hanma, trains with an intense focus to become strong enough to surpass his father, Yujiro Hanma, the strongest fighter in the world.
Stars: Tôru Furuya, Kirk Thornton, Troy Baker, Nobunaga Shimazaki
Votes: 8,779
26
Deathrow inmates participate in an open brawl unofficial tournament and are pitted against martial arts finests. The protagonists survive impossible monstrous attacks left and right, yet we feel no connexion to these characters, limiting the show's potential.
C
69. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? (2015–2023)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A fateful encounter - what adventuring is all about. But for Bell Cranel, meeting a girl doesn't go quite as planned.
Stars: Bryson Baugus, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Maaya Uchida, Inori Minase
Votes: 10,469
aka Is It Wrong To Try To Pick Up Girls In A Dungeon?
13
Adventurer Bell Cranel has to rapidly improve (...level up) if he ever wants to be worthy of the girl(s) of his dreams. Very formulaic and uninspired fantasy settings, with fun characters nonetheless.
B
70. Beastars (2019– )
TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Crime, Drama
In a world of anthropomorphic animals, a reclusive wolf's complicated relationship with a kindly rabbit is tested by a classmate's murder, a charismatic deer's influence, and his own burgeoning predatory instincts.
Stars: Chikahiro Kobayashi, Jonah Scott, Lara Jill Miller, Griffin Puatu
Votes: 12,371
24
Slice of life anime set in a school populated by anthropomorphic animals, where carnivors and herbivors try to coexist. Very well done CGI giving it a unique vibe, instead of being distracting.
A
71. Ghost in the Shell SAC_2045 (2020– )
TV-MA | 25 min | Animation, Action, Crime
Hired as a mercenary unit, the former members of Japan's elite Section 9 are faced with the sudden appearance of "Post-Human," a being with tremendous intelligence and physical capabilities.
Stars: Richard Epcar, Mary Elizabeth McGlynn, Melissa Fahn, Dave Wittenberg
Votes: 2,938
12
Indirect follow-up to the previous series, the former members of Public Security Section 9 are now investigating Post-Human cases. Has room to grow, if they fix the distracting poor 3D animation.
B
72. Food Wars: Shokugeki no Soma (2015–2020)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama
Soma Yukihira enrolls in an elite culinary school to become a full-time chef and surpass his father's culinary skills.
Stars: Kappei Yamaguchi, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Minami Takahashi, Maaya Uchida
Votes: 12,310
37
Delicious spin on the shonen, in which the protagonists battle with their culinary skills instead of their fists.
A
73. Cells at Work! (2018–2021)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Comedy
One newcomer red blood cell just wants to do her job. Between bacteria incursions and meeting a certain white blood cell, she's got a lot to learn.
Stars: Qiege Qin, Karen Strassman, Dorah Fine, Khoi Dao
Votes: 2,854
aka Cells at Work!
13
Very original concept, each character is a cell of the human body. The monster (virus/bacteria/parasite/etc.) of the week approach can teach you some basics in biology, but overall the series is quite repetitive and lacks depth.
C
74. Megalo Box (2018–2021)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama
Junk Dog, an underground fighter with the alias of "Gearless Joe" sets out to join the worlds most prestigious mecha boxing championship, Megalonia.
Stars: Yoshimasa Hosoya, Michiyo Murase, Shirô Saitô, Hiroki Yasumoto
Votes: 3,840
13
Boxers now use enhancing exosuits during matches, except for Gearless Joe. Great characters and animation, reminiscent of Cowboy Bebop.
A
75. Star Wars: Rebels (2014–2018)
TV-Y7-FV | 22 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The crew of the spaceship Ghost defends those who cannot fight for themselves against the Empire, providing the spark for a rebellion.
Stars: Dave Filoni, Taylor Gray, Freddie Prinze Jr., Vanessa Marshall
Votes: 58,240
76
Good insert between Episode III and IV. We follow the adventures of a Rebel crew standing against the oppressive Empire as it tightens its grip on the galaxy. Has some interesting appearances and cameos from fan-favorite characters, notably from the Clone Wars. Also shares similar visuals and designs with the later.
A
76. Great Pretender (2020–2024)
TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A Japanese conman crosses paths with a French rival, and gets entangled in conspiracies and scams beyond his wildest dreams.
Stars: Chiaki Kobayashi, Jun'ichi Suwabe, Natsumi Fujiwara, Wolf Williams
Votes: 6,712
23
Young Edamura is introduced into the world's greatest scam artist team. Top notch visuals, jazzy soundtrack and characters, in the vein of Arsene Lupin and perhaps Robin Hood at times.
A+
77. Blood of Zeus (2020– )
TV-MA | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A commoner living in ancient Greece, Heron discovers his true heritage as a son of Zeus, and his purpose: to save the world from a demonic army.
Stars: Derek Phillips, Jessica Henwick, Elias Toufexis, Jason O'Mara
Votes: 21,426
8
A different take on Greek mythology, the tale of one of Zeus more obscure illegitimate sons. Good production value throughout this bingeable series.
A
78. Dragon's Dogma (2020)
TV-MA | Animation, Action, Adventure
Ethan sets out to vanquish the Dragon that took his heart, but with every demon he battles, he loses more of his humanity.
Stars: Greg Chun, Erica Mendez, David Lodge, Cristina Valenzuela
Votes: 4,135
7
Mediocre adaptation of Capcom's video game. The uninspired main characters are thrown into a series of fantasy clichés, and the whole thing is plagued by bad 3D animation and designs.
C
79. Harley Quinn (2019– )
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The series focuses on a single Harley Quinn, who sets off to make it on her own in Gotham City.
Stars: Kaley Cuoco, Lake Bell, Alan Tudyk, Ron Funches
Votes: 37,606
37 + ongoing
Harley wants to distance herself from the Joker, so she sets off to make it on her own in Gotham City. Excellent animation and voice acting, can be seen, in some ways, as a chaotic continuation of ''Batman: TAS'' with ''Archer'' vibes at times.
A
80. X-Men (2011)
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Sci-Fi
X-Men, still grieving over the death of Phoenix (Jean Grey), are investigating a case of a missing mutant girl in Northern Japan. This leads them to a mysterious virus that turns mutants into monsters. U-Men and the Inner Circle want it.
Stars: Jennifer Hale, Scott Porter, Steve Blum, Danielle Nicolet
Votes: 2,538
12
Anime version of this classic superhero show. Post Dark Phoenix Saga, when the X-Men have but a skeleton crew. Major recurring themes are barely touched upon, making it so this series lacks the proper hooks.
C
81. Black Butler (2008–2011)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Comedy
Ciel Phantomhive takes care of the many unsettling events in Victorian England. Aided by Sebastian Michaelis, his loyal butler with seemingly inhuman abilities. But is there more to this black-clad butler than meets the eye?
Stars: J. Michael Tatum, Brina Palencia, Michael C. Pizzuto, Monica Rial
Votes: 9,291
aka Black Butler
37 + 6 OVA
Young Ciel sells his soul to a demon in order to avenge his family's death. The demon takes the form of a butler, loyal until the terms of the bargain are met and fulfilled. Although uneven in tone, season 1 remains the best, with season 2 and the OVA adding almost zero value to the plot.
B
82. Dota: Dragon's Blood (2021–2022)
TV-MA | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
After encounters with a dragon and a princess on her own mission, a Dragon Knight becomes embroiled in events larger than he could have ever imagined.
Stars: Yuri Lowenthal, Lara Pulver, Troy Baker, Freya Tingley
Votes: 21,723
24
A Dragon Knight and a princess team up together, and are embroiled in events larger than they could ever imagine. Good standalone fantasy, even for someone who didn't play the video game.
A
83. No Game, No Life (2014)
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Siblings Sora and Shiro make up the most feared team of pro gamers in the world, The Blank. When they manage to beat God himself in a game of chess, they are sent to a world where all disputes are settled with games.
Stars: Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Ai Kayano, Yôko Hikasa, Scott Gibbs
Votes: 18,433
12 + NGNL Zero
Typical Isekai anime. Feel like the plot was cut at the 50% mark, but then again, we already know how it would've ended, given how everything is easy for the main protagonists (ie no stakes).
C
84. Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021–2024)
TV-PG | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The "Bad Batch" of elite and experimental clones make their way through an ever-changing galaxy.
Stars: Ming-Na Wen, Dee Bradley Baker, Michelle Ang, Noshir Dalal
Votes: 53,167
40 + ongoing
Set immediately after the Clone Wars, follows a group of experimental clones trying to survive in this new Empire. Good quality overall, although would like the protagonists to have a clearer goal at some point.
A
85. Blue Exorcist (2011)
TV-14 | 30 min | Animation, Action, Drama
After discovering that he's the son of Satan, a young man must join the True Cross Academy in order to master his abilities and defeat Satan himself.
Stars: Nobuhiko Okamoto, Bryce Papenbrook, Jun Fukuyama, Johnny Yong Bosch
Votes: 15,086
aka Blue Exorcist
38
The son of Satan joins True Cross Academy, aiming to master his abilities and defeat Satan himself. Typical shonen tropes, yet entertaining throughout. Note, Season 2 felt like a filler arc, relating past events from mid Season 1.
A
86. Kakegurui Twin (2022)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Drama, Mystery
A year before Yumeko Jabami graced the hallowed halls of Hyakkou Private Academy, Mary Saotome got her own start at the gambling-addicted school. Can this normal girl achieve her own rags-to-riches story through wits and luck?
Stars: Minami Tanaka, Rina Honizumi, You Taichi, Yûko Kaida
Votes: 963
6
Short prequel to the main series, not very memorable.
C
87. What If...? (2021– )
TV-14 | 32 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Exploring pivotal moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe and turning them on their head, leading the audience into uncharted territory.
Stars: Jeffrey Wright, Terri Douglas, Matthew Wood, Robin Atkin Downes
Votes: 142,812
9 + ongoing
Only a third of the episodes are really worth a watch.
C
88. Edens Zero (2021–2023)
TV-14 | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A young boy cut off from the world meets his friends and sets off on a hard, long journey to be reborn.
Stars: Rie Kugimiya, Takuma Terashima, Mikako Komatsu, Kira Buckland
Votes: 2,034
25 + ongoing
Carbon copy of Fairy Tail... in space. Full of pervy jokes, big focus on the power of friendship and OP characters.
C
89. Arcane (2021– )
TV-14 | 40 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Set in Utopian Piltover and the oppressed underground of Zaun, the story follows the origins of two iconic League Of Legends champions and the power that will tear them apart.
Stars: Hailee Steinfeld, Kevin Alejandro, Jason Spisak, Terri Douglas
Votes: 270,850
9 + ongoing
Excellent characters and visuals, even for a League Of Legends neophyte.
A
90. The Legend of Vox Machina (2022– )
TV-MA | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
After saving the realm from evil and destruction at the hands of the most terrifying power couple in Exandria, Vox Machina is faced with saving the world once again-this time, from a sinister group of dragons known as the Chroma Conclave.
Stars: Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Matthew Mercer
Votes: 40,404
24 + ongoing --- x2
When you gather the best D&D party for an epic campaign.
A
91. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (2022)
TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A Street Kid trying to survive in a technology and body modification-obsessed city of the future. Having everything to lose, he chooses to stay alive by becoming an Edgerunner, a Mercenary outlaw also known as a Cyberpunk.
Stars: Zach Aguilar, Kenichiro Ohashi, Kagga Jayson, Emi Lo
Votes: 78,937
10
Expands on the Cyberpunk universe in a meaningful manner, with top notch animation and visuals.
A
92. Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple (2006–2014)
TV-14 | 25 min | Animation, Action, Comedy
"Weak Legs" Kenichi Shirahama would rather spend his time reading self improvement books than fighting.
Stars: Jessie James Grelle, Carrie Savage, Christopher Sabat, Kent Williams
Votes: 2,403
50
Classic martial arts shonen.
B
93. Bastard!! Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy (2022–2023)
TV-MA | 25 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
When evil forces threaten to resurrect Anthrasax, the God of Destruction, the Kingdom of Meta-llicana calls on a volatile dark wizard for help.
Stars: Kishô Taniyama, Tomori Kusunoki, Erin Yvette, Nao Tôyama
Votes: 2,459
24 + ongoing
Full of clichés and fan service.
B
94. Star Wars: Visions (2021– )
TV-PG | 22 min | Animation, Short, Action
An anthology of animated shorts from around the world celebrating the mythology of Star Wars through unique cultural perspectives.
Stars: Michael Sinterniklaas, Neil Kaplan, Adam Sietz, JP Karliak
Votes: 23,985
9 + ongoing
Anime anthology.
B
95. The Boys Presents: Diabolical (2022)
TV-MA | 14 min | Animation, Short, Action
A collection of animated short stories that takes place inside The Boys universe.
Stars: Grey Griffin, Chris Diamantopoulos, Ben Schwartz, Antony Starr
Votes: 16,604
8
Collection of animated short stories.
B
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