What makes an anime so memorable? The characters? The story arc? Or perhaps the witty dialogue? With anime spanning various genres, it is difficult to pinpoint which series should be deemed ‘best’. There is a myriad of stunning and fantastic titles out there, and being able to identify which are worth watching is essential in order not to let good offerings pass us by.
Here, we’ll be presenting our top picks for anime series and movies that have become classics throughout the years – a must-watch for all fans of the medium. You can check and get additional details on some of those at อนิเมะ. Prepare yourself for a list of beloved masterpieces involving adventure, romance, comedy, fantasy, sci-fi, and more!
Cowboy Bebop
Cowboy Bebop follows the exploits of a group of bounty hunters traveling in their spaceship, the Bebop, in the year 2071. They travel around the universe taking on various criminal cases and engaging in battles with space pirates and other criminals on their journey.
The main characters are Spike Spiegel, Jet Black, Faye Valentine, Edward Wong Hau Pepelu Tivrusky IV (Ed for short), and Ein (a genetically modified data dog).
- Spike is a former member of a notorious crime syndicate and Jet is a former cop. His past causes tension between him and Jet but their friendship remains strong.
- Faye is an amnesiac con artist who inhabits the Bebop as her home to hide from her creditors.
- Ed is an eccentric young hacker who has extensive knowledge about computers which helps in bounty-hunting endeavors.
- Lastly, Ein is a genetically engineered data dog whom Spike found abandoned on Earth where he was once living as part of his past criminal lifestyle.
Together they face many predicaments when attempting to capture bounties that range from mysterious historical conspiracies to dangerous terrorist organizations while at the same time struggling to survive financially due to not having a consistent job with a payout or not enough payout from bounty hunting alone. Along the way, they come across allies both old and new while forming strong bonds amongst themselves that shape their destiny and allow them all to grow as individuals.
Death Note
Death Note tells the story of Light Yagami, a high school student who stumbles across a magical notebook with the power to kill. When he uses it, a mysterious figure called Ryuk appears to offer him an otherworldly deal: if Light kills someone whose name he writes in his Death Note, Ryuk will grant him any wish.
The death-dealing notebook drives Light’s ambition to create a new world order where justice is based on his personal ideals and those who do not conform are exterminated. To dispose of those deemed guilty by his own judgment, Light engages in a battle of wits with an enigmatic detective named L whose motives and methods confound the would-be vigilante.
Light’s overzealous crusade for justice plunges Japan into utter chaos and upends the social order of its citizens. Meanwhile, as the investigation into Kira (the name given to the criminal mastermind by society) progresses and ethical consequences come into play, Light struggles to discern between good and evil while L attempts to solve the deadly puzzle behind Kira’s unimaginably powerful weapon – The Death Note.
Attack on Titan
Attack on Titan, also known as Shingeki no Kyojin in Japanese, is a dark fantasy anime series based on the Manga of the same name. The anime follows several characters, including protagonist Eren Jaeger and his childhood friends Mikasa Ackerman and Armin Arlert, as they join the military to fight Vampires (monsters) known as the “Titans”.
The story takes place in a world where humanity lives behind three walls in order to protect itself from these monstrous creatures. Titans are giant humanoid figures who rampage throughout the land, devouring any humans they catch. When Eren’s hometown is ransacked by Titans, he and his two friends vow to join the military in order to fight and defeat them.
Throughout the series, Eren and his friends go through many difficult missions against Titans as they discover their true purpose – which is to protect humanity from extinction. Alongside them are their comrades such as Captain Levi Ackerman and Pastor Nick, both of whom have trained extensively to become formidable forces against Titan enemies.
With no hope but courage and determination, these brave warriors face off against a powerful enemy that can only be stopped with an effective strategy. Will these young soldiers be able to protect all of humanity?
Naruto
Naruto is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto. It tells the story of Naruto Uzumaki, an adolescent ninja who searches for recognition from his peers and the village and also dreams of becoming the Hokage, the leader of his village. The story is in two parts, the first set in Naruto’s pre-teen years, and the second in his teens.
The series begins with a flashback revealing how Naruto’s father, the Fourth Hokage sacrificed himself to seal the Nine-tailed Fox Spirit inside of Naruto when he was a newborn baby. Before dying, he asked that Naruto be regarded as a hero for this deed, though most villagers rejected him for containing something so powerful.
The plot focuses on Naruto’s quest to become stronger and gain acceptance into society with help from his allies, such as Sakura Haruno and Kakashi Hatake. As he matures without surrendering his signature mischievousness alongside this team—which eventually grows to comprise Sasuke Uchiha, Sai, Yamato, and others—Naruto faces various villains while learning new ninjutsu techniques which range from powerful attacks to useful support capabilities. He also suffers through difficult tests throughout his ninjutsu training in order to become strong enough to protect those close to him—this theme carries into other parts of the series as well where Naruto faces some traumatic events that have various impacts on him as he continues growing up.
Conclusion
While this list is far from comprehensive, it provides an overview of some of the best shows available out there. With so many incredible choices, what are you waiting for? Take some time today and explore the thrilling worlds that anime has to offer.
