Best Anime of All Time

Twelve top anime of all time — ranked by TMDB with Rotten Tomatoes scores

This ranked guide covers twelve of the best anime of all time by TMDB score. From Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and Attack on Titan to Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, each entry includes posters, TMDB and Rotten Tomatoes ratings, and links to track or stream on MovieLinks.

Best Anime of All Time Ranked

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End poster
2023#1

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End

TMDB8.8
100%

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End stands out in the anime of all time category with crowd-pleasing appeal that keeps its TMDB score high (TMDB 8.8). Check MovieLinks for where to watch, ratings, and similar titles worth adding to your queue.

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Attack on Titan poster
2013#2

Attack on Titan

TMDB8.7
96%

Ranked #2 here, Attack on Titan is a repeat pick for viewers hunting the best anime of all time. See posters, Rotten Tomatoes scores, and streaming options on MovieLinks.

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Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood poster
2009#3

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

TMDB8.7
100%

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood stands out in the anime of all time category with crowd-pleasing appeal that keeps its TMDB score high (TMDB 8.7). Open the MovieLinks entry to compare scores and find the best place to stream it now.

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Hunter x Hunter poster
2011#4

Hunter x Hunter

TMDB8.7
92%

Fans comparing anime of all time keep returning to Hunter x Hunter (TMDB 8.7) — strong enough to land at #4 on this list. Check MovieLinks for where to watch, ratings, and similar titles worth adding to your queue.

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Solo Leveling poster
2024#5

Solo Leveling

TMDB8.7
100%

Solo Leveling earns its #5 spot among top anime of all time thanks to consistent fan scores (TMDB 8.7) and lasting word-of-mouth. Check MovieLinks for where to watch, ratings, and similar titles worth adding to your queue.

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Death Note poster
2006#6

Death Note

TMDB8.6
100%

Death Note earns its #6 spot among top anime of all time thanks to consistent fan scores (TMDB 8.6) and lasting word-of-mouth. Check MovieLinks for where to watch, ratings, and similar titles worth adding to your queue.

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Jujutsu Kaisen poster
2020#7

Jujutsu Kaisen

TMDB8.6
88%

Jujutsu Kaisen stands out in the anime of all time category with crowd-pleasing appeal that keeps its TMDB score high (TMDB 8.6). See posters, Rotten Tomatoes scores, and streaming options on MovieLinks.

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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba poster
2019#8

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

TMDB8.6
88%

Ranked #8 here, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is a repeat pick for viewers hunting the best anime of all time. Check MovieLinks for where to watch, ratings, and similar titles worth adding to your queue.

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Haikyu!! poster
2014#9

Haikyu!!

TMDB8.6
97%

Haikyu!! stands out in the anime of all time category with crowd-pleasing appeal that keeps its TMDB score high (TMDB 8.6). Check MovieLinks for where to watch, ratings, and similar titles worth adding to your queue.

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Steins;Gate poster
2011#10

Steins;Gate

TMDB8.5
100%

Ranked #10 here, Steins;Gate is a repeat pick for viewers hunting the best anime of all time. Check MovieLinks for where to watch, ratings, and similar titles worth adding to your queue.

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Vinland Saga poster
2019#11

Vinland Saga

TMDB8.5
100%

Vinland Saga stands out in the anime of all time category with crowd-pleasing appeal that keeps its TMDB score high (TMDB 8.5). Open the MovieLinks entry to compare scores and find the best place to stream it now.

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Your Name poster
2016#12

Your Name

TMDB8.5
98%

Fans comparing anime of all time keep returning to Your Name (TMDB 8.5) — strong enough to land at #12 on this list. See posters, Rotten Tomatoes scores, and streaming options on MovieLinks.

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FAQ

What are the best anime of all time?

This page ranks twelve standout titles by TMDB user score, including Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Attack on Titan, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Hunter x Hunter, and Your Name. Each card shows TMDB and Rotten Tomatoes ratings so you can compare fan and critic reception.

How were these anime of all time chosen?

Entries are ordered by TMDB rating and filtered for relevance to anime of all time. We prioritize widely watched series and films with strong community scores rather than niche one-offs.

Where can I watch these anime of all time?

Availability changes by country, but every title links to MovieLinks where you can see current streaming options, save titles to a watchlist, and explore related anime.

Are these anime of all time good for newcomers?

Many entries on this list are gateway-friendly, especially near the top, but tone and intensity vary by series. If you are new, start with the highest-rated titles and check episode count before committing to a long show.

Will this anime of all time list be updated?

Yes. Rankings shift as new seasons premiere and TMDB scores change, so this list is refreshed to reflect what viewers currently rate highest.

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