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Aug 19, 2023

Best 8 Anime in the World Ranking By IMDb and MyAnimeList

1. "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood"

Description: "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" is a reimagining of the original "Fullmetal Alchemist" series, following the story more closely to the manga. The Elric brothers, Edward and Alphonse, use alchemy to search for the Philosopher's Stone to restore their bodies after a disastrous attempt to resurrect their mother. As they uncover deeper conspiracies, they confront ethical dilemmas and powerful enemies.

Ratings: IMDb 9.0, MyAnimeList 9.24

2. "Attack on Titan" (Shingeki no Kyojin)

Description: In a world where humanity is on the brink of extinction due to giant humanoid creatures known as Titans, humanity's last hope lies within massive walled cities. Eren Yeager, Mikasa Ackerman, and Armin Arlert join the fight against the Titans after witnessing their hometown's destruction. The series explores themes of survival, freedom, and the mysteries behind the Titans.

Ratings: IMDb 8.8, MyAnimeList 9.09

Description: "Death Note" follows Light Yagami, a brilliant high school student who discovers a supernatural notebook that grants him the power to kill anyone whose name he writes in it. Driven by a sense of justice, he takes on the alias "Kira" and becomes a vigilante. A cat-and-mouse game ensues as the enigmatic detective "L" attempts to track down Kira.

Ratings: IMDb 9.0, MyAnimeList 8.66

4. "One Piece"

Description: "One Piece" follows the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy, a young pirate with the ability to stretch his body like rubber after eating a Devil Fruit. Luffy assembles a diverse crew known as the Straw Hat Pirates and embarks on a quest to find the legendary treasure known as One Piece, becoming a major force in the world of piracy.

Ratings: IMDb 8.7, MyAnimeList 8.54

5. "Naruto"

Description: "Naruto" follows Naruto Uzumaki, an orphaned ninja with dreams of becoming the strongest ninja and earning the title of Hokage, the leader of his village. He's ostracized due to having a powerful beast sealed within him. As he trains, makes friends, and grows, he aims to earn the respect of his peers and protect the village.

Ratings: IMDb 8.3, MyAnimeList 7.90

6. "Spirited Away" (Movie)

Description: Directed by Hayao Miyazaki, "Spirited Away" is a critically acclaimed animated film. It follows Chihiro, a young girl who becomes trapped in a magical world after her parents are turned into pigs. In order to escape and rescue her parents, Chihiro must work at a bathhouse for spirits, encountering a variety of fantastical creatures.

Ratings: IMDb 8.6, Rotten Tomatoes 97%

Description: "Cowboy Bebop" is a space-western anime that follows a group of bounty hunters traveling on the spaceship Bebop. The crew, led by the charismatic Spike Spiegel, takes on various bounties while dealing with their pasts and navigating a gritty and diverse future universe.

Ratings: IMDb 8.9, MyAnimeList 8.80

8. "My Hero Academia" (Boku no Hero Academia)

Description: In a world where most people have superpowers (Quirks), "My Hero Academia" focuses on Izuku Midoriya, born without a Quirk but with a burning desire to become a hero. After a chance encounter with the greatest hero, All Might, he inherits All Might's Quirk and enrolls in U.A. High School to train as a hero.

Ratings: IMDb 8.4, MyAnimeList 8.25

These anime series offer diverse genres, captivating plots, and rich character development, making them highly regarded within the anime community.