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Jan 17, 2024 · Tonbo! Simple and serene, Tonbo! is the best new sports anime of 2024. Less fiery than the genre's more shonen-dependant staples, the new golf series on Amazon Prime Video set in Japan's Tokara ...
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- "Solo Leveling" Breakout hit “Solo Leveling,” which has aired 2 of its episodes thus far, already proves itself to be at the top of its class. The action fantasy story follows Sung Jinwoo after being gifted several powers from the System, an unidentified program that sees potential in the weak E-Rank hunter.
- "Uzumaki" First unveiled in 2019 and scheduled for debut in 2020, Adult Swim's highly anticipated adaptation of one of manga’s most terrifying stories may finally come to fruition this 2024.
- "Dandadan" What happens when a believer of aliens meets up with a believer in ghosts and their beliefs clash? Well, “Dandadan,” of course! This exciting Shonen, which was first published in 2021, takes viewers on an absurd quest with high school students Momo Ayase and Ken Takakura in the driver seats.
- "Delicious in Dungeon" With most anime featuring wild adventures and incredible action sequences, "Delicious in Dungeon" is a world of difference. The anime adaptation of Ryoku Kui's manga takes well-drawn and tantalizing animated cooking as seen in Studio Ghibli movies to a whole new level.
- Overview
- Scott Pilgrim Takes Off
- Bakugan
- Bleach
- Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury
- Death Parade
- Shingeki no Kyojin (Attack on Titan)
- One Piece
- Demon Slayer
- Ousama Ranking (Ranking of Kings)
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By Malindy Hetfeld
Contributions from
Becca Caddy, Phil Savage, Wes Fenlon
last updated 16 December 2023
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First aired: 2023 | Episodes: 8
Where to watch it: Netflix
When the news first dropped that Scott Pilgrim was getting the anime treatment at Netflix, we weren't sure what to think. Was a Scott Pilgrim animated show necessary when the beloved comic books have already been turned into a live-action film and video game?
But fast-forward to late 2023 and we love Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, the new Netflix anime adaptation. It's a bold and well-crafted reimagining of the cult comics that we believe fans both old and new will find incredibly fun to watch. It's packed with subversive storytelling, oodles of humor and there's plenty of satisfying, over-the-top action to boot. It's clear Netflix already has another anime hit on its hands.
To learn how the Scott Pilgrim Takes Off adaptation came about, read TechRadar's Inside Scott Pilgrim Takes Off interview with Scott Pilgrim creator Bryan Lee O'Malley.
First aired: 2023 | Episodes: 13
Where to watch it: Netflix, Disney XD (US)
If Bakugan sounds familiar, that's because it's a popular toy brand that's been around for years. Anime adaptations have been released in the past, like Bakugan Battle Planet, which premiered in the US on Cartoon Network in December 2018. This latest Netflix series is best considered a reboot, with a new storyline and a fresh set of characters, too.
The story follows aliens called the Bakugans, which come from six planets in the Vestroian galaxy are are one of six different species, Avian, Dragon, Insect, Beast, Aquatic and Dinosaur. They are accidentally teleported to Earth and young people discover they can pair with them in order to transform into huge beings or Kaijus.
First aired: 2004 | Episodes: 366
Where to watch it: Crunchyroll, Funimation, Hulu
Bleach is an anime series based on the super popular manga series of the same name, which was created by renowned artist and character designer Tite Kubo and has sold more than 120 million copies.
It follows the story of Ichigo Kurosaki, a teenager who obtains Soul Reaper powers, which means that he then see ghosts. With these new powers he defends people from evil spirits and helps guide lost souls to the afterlife – a similar sort of role to the Grim Reaper. The series has proved to be incredibly popular over the years and we think it's because it's likely to appeal to people interested in all sorts of genres, including action, romance and the more supernatural side.
First aired: 2022 | Episodes: 24
Where to watch it: Crunchyroll, Funimation
One of the newest entries on the list, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury is mecha anime, also known as robot anime.
It follows the story of Suletta Mercury, a teenager who comes from Mercury and transfers to a school run by big corporations where she mingles with the kids of powerful leaders and CEOs.
First aired: 2011 | Episodes: 12
Where to watch it: Hulu, Funimation, Crunchyroll
A show of just 12 episodes, Death Parade feels like something from Satoshi Kon, the man between movies like Perfect Blue and Tokyo Godfathers. Two people enter a mysterious bar through a lift, with no idea of how they ended up there, and have to play bar games to the death – as bartender Decim looks on, utterly unmoved. But Chiyuki, Decim’s new female assistant, is much more empathetic – can she stop the inexplicable torture?
Death Parade is built on a novel and compelling idea, and it features great animation and offers an examination of a new character's story within each episode. It’s emotional, sometimes shocking and very memorable.
First aired: 2012 | Episodes: 94
Where to watch it: Hulu, Funimation, Crunchyroll, Netflix (Japan/Italy), Disney Plus
Attack on Titan isn’t uncontroversial, but it is such an anime cornerstone you see it and make up your own mind, because it's still one of the best anime out there.
We follow the last of humanity, which has shut itself in a walled city, ever-fearful of gigantic, humanoid titans that can attack and eat people.
Attack on Titan doesn’t hold back on the gruesomeness of its monsters – the titans are uncomfortably human in a way that has sparked a lot of psychological and philosophical discussion among dedicated fans, and if you’re squeamish about violence and the sheer devastation attacks cause, this is not the show for you. There is absolutely nothing goofy about Attack on Titan.
This is what makes it so interesting – not a lot of anime take their fantastical plots this seriously, and make their premise about more than fighting the monster of the week. Attack on Titan considers morality and how to live when l danger is ever-present.
First aired: 1999 | Episodes: 1,087
Where to watch it: Crunchyroll, Netflix (US)
It’s almost impossible to have so much as a passing interesting in anime and not come across One Piece. It’s based on the bestselling manga of all time worldwide, it’s been around for decades and it’s not even finished. All in all it's a pretty daunting affair, but also testament to the continued relevance of author Eiichiro Oda’s creation.
At the heart of it, the saga of Monkey D. Luffy, who plans to take up the mantle of the pirate king and find the legendary treasure One Piece is quite simple, but Oda built a fantastic world around it and takes his sweet time introducing you to all of its facets.
Luffy builds a crew of characters who go through thick and thin together, he grows stronger in body and mind, and he forms alliances with just as many characters as he makes enemies of. Whether it’s magical fruit that gives superpowers, merfolk or world-spanning war, One Piece truly has it all, and just by looking at it art of Luffy and his friends, you wouldn’t fathom the depth One Piece hides. Yes, it is a lot to get into, but this show is super popular for more than one good reason. If you’ve watched it as a kid, try it again with the new Funimation dub, you’ll be surprised what difference it makes, too.
Due to the success of this anime show, Netflix is also turning One Piece into a live-action TV show, which will be released on the platform in late August.
First aired: 2019 | Episodes: 55
Where to watch it: Funimation, Crunchyroll, Netflix, Hulu
No best anime list can surely be complete without mentioning the biggest shonen anime of the moment. While its slick action is reminiscent of the best moments of shows like Naruto, Demon Slayer stands out for how genuinely nail-biting it is.
When his entire family is killed by demons, everything changes for Tanjiro Kamado, a young man living in Taisho-era Japan. His sister Nezuko seemingly survives, but transforms into a demon herself. Holding on to her humanity, Nezuko refrains from attacking Tanjiro, giving him hope for a cure. In order to find one, there’s nothing for it than to become a demon slayer.
First aired: 2021 | Episodes: 23
Where to watch: Crunchyroll, Funimation
You’d be forgiven for thinking that this anime’s colour palette and character design comes straight from Studio Ghibli with its rotund shapes and soothing colour palette. Elsewhere too because Ranking of Kings is the feel good adventure for hard times.
Boji, a young prince, must embark on a journey to earn a good ranking in the world’s unique system, and thus prove himself as the next king. He doesn’t lack courage, but in addition to being small, he is deaf and mute. Naturally, this influences Boji’s relationship with the world around him – how he communicates, how people understand him, and if he’s taken seriously or not.
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2 days ago · Why It’s Worth Watching: This film has actually been in development since 2006, but was postponed due to the main writer, Chiaki Morosawa, having a serious health condition. It was restarted in 2016, then finally debuted in 2024. That much time and attention makes it worth checking out, but that’s not the only reason.
Dec 7, 2023 · Where to watch: Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix.
