Best Anime to Watch
The top-rated anime series and movies of all time
Not sure what anime to watch? Start with the best! These are the highest-rated anime according to millions of fans worldwide. Whether you're a newcomer or a veteran fan, there's something here for everyone. All available on legal streaming platforms.
1
9.27
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End
TV2023
2
9.14
Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
ONA—
3
9.11
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
TV2009
4
9.08
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc
Movie—
5
9.07
Steins;Gate
TV2011
6
9.05
Attack on Titan Season 3 Part 2
TV2019
7
9.05
Gintama Season 4
TV2015
8
9.05
Gintama: The Very Final
Movie—
9
9.03
Hunter x Hunter
TV2011
10
9.02
Gintama Season 2
TV2011
11
9.02
Gintama: Enchousen
TV2012
12
9.02
Legend of the Galactic Heroes
OVA—
13
9.01
One Piece Fan Letter
TV Special—
14
8.98
Gintama Season 5
TV2017
15
8.98
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War
TV2022
16
8.95
Kaguya-sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-
TV2022
17
8.93
Fruits Basket: The Final Season
TV2021
18
8.93
Clannad: After Story
TV2008
19
8.93
Gintama
TV2006
20
8.93
A Silent Voice
Movie—
21
8.92
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2
TV2008
22
8.91
Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 4
TV2026
23
8.91
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2
TV2025
24
8.9
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2
TV2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What anime should I watch first?
Great starter anime includes Death Note, Attack on Titan, Demon Slayer, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, and Steins;Gate. These are universally acclaimed and easy to get into.
What is the best anime of all time?
According to community ratings, top anime includes Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Steins;Gate, Hunter x Hunter, and Attack on Titan. Rankings are based on millions of ratings.
Where can I watch anime legally for free?
Some anime can be watched for free on Crunchyroll (with ads), YouTube (official channels), and Tubi. Most premium anime requires a streaming subscription.
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