Anime has become a global phenomenon, attracting viewers of all ages and backgrounds. For those new to the genre, the vast selection can be overwhelming. Here’s a guide to the 50 most popular anime series perfect for beginners.
Classic Must-Watch Series
1. Naruto
Follow the journey of Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja striving to become the strongest and gain the respect of his village.
2. Dragon Ball Z
Goku and his friends defend Earth from powerful foes, blending epic battles with heartfelt moments.
3. One Piece
Join Monkey D. Luffy and his pirate crew as they search for the ultimate treasure, the One Piece.
4. Sailor Moon
A group of magical girls fight evil forces, combining action with themes of friendship and love.
5. Cowboy Bebop
In a futuristic setting, bounty hunters travel through space capturing criminals, blending sci-fi with a jazzy soundtrack.
Modern Favorites
6. Attack on Titan
Humanity fights for survival against giant humanoid Titans in a post-apocalyptic world.
7. My Hero Academia
Izuku Midoriya dreams of becoming a hero in a world where almost everyone has superpowers.
8. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
A young boy battles demons to save his sister and avenge his family in a beautifully animated series.
9. Death Note
A high school student discovers a notebook that allows him to kill anyone by writing their name in it.
10. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
Two brothers use alchemy to try and restore their bodies after a failed experiment, embarking on an epic adventure.
Slice of Life and Romance
11. Your Lie in April
A young pianist finds new inspiration through a free-spirited violinist.
12. Clannad
A heartwarming story of friendship and family set in a high school.
13. Toradora!
A romantic comedy about two high school students who team up to help each other with their crushes.
14. Fruits Basket
A girl discovers her classmates transform into animals of the Chinese zodiac.
15. March Comes in Like a Lion
A young professional shogi player deals with personal and professional challenges.
Fantasy and Adventure
16. Sword Art Online
Players of a virtual reality game are trapped and must fight their way to freedom.
17. Fairy Tail
Wizards from the Fairy Tail guild take on missions and fight evil in a magical world.
18. Hunter x Hunter
Gon Freecss embarks on a journey to become a Hunter and find his father.
19. No Game No Life
Siblings Sora and Shiro are transported to a world where games decide everything.
20. The Seven Deadly Sins
A disbanded group of knights must reunite to save their kingdom.
Psychological Thrillers
21. Psycho-Pass
In a future where a system predicts crime, enforcers work to maintain order.
22. Steins;Gate
A group of friends discovers a way to send messages to the past, altering the future.
23. Paranoia Agent
A mysterious assailant known as "Lil' Slugger" causes chaos in Tokyo.
24. Monster
A surgeon's life is turned upside down when he saves the life of a young boy who grows up to be a killer.
25. Erased
A man is sent back in time to prevent a series of kidnappings and murders.
