New to Anime? The Ultimate Starter Pack (5 Shows to Get You Hooked)

Where Do I Even Start?

Your friends won't stop talking about it. You see it on Netflix. But starting anime feels like homework.

Don't panic. Anime isn't a genre; it's a medium. There is something for everyone. We picked the 5 shows with the highest success rate for converting new fans.

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1. The Thriller: Death Note

For fans of: Breaking Bad, Sherlock, True Crime. It has no magic fights or weird tropes. Just a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game between a criminal and a detective. It hooks you in Episode 1.

2. The Blockbuster: Attack on Titan

For fans of: Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead. It’s big, it’s violent, and the mystery of "What are the Titans?" will keep you binge-watching until 3 AM.

3. The Adventure: Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

For fans of: Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings. It has a perfect magic system, a globe-trotting adventure, and a satisfying ending. It is the safest recommendation on this list.

4. The Action: Demon Slayer

For fans of: Marvel Movies, John Wick. The story is simple (kill demons, save sister), but the animation is the most beautiful thing you will ever see. Pure popcorn entertainment.

5. The Romance: Your Name (Movie)

For fans of: The Notebook, Pixar Movies. If you don't want to commit to a TV show, watch this movie. It’s a stunning visual masterpiece about two teenagers swapping bodies.

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Conclusion: One of Us

Pick the one that sounds most like the live-action TV shows you already like. Once you finish one, you'll naturally find the next.

Welcome to the club.