Top 16 best original anime you should not miss

1 Cowboy Bebop

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In the late 20th century, Sunrise's Cowboy Bebop debuted. Set in the distant future when humanity has been able to inhabit various planets in the Solar System, Cowboy Bebop follows Spike Spiegel, an "impoverished" bounty hunter. Accompanying him is Jet – a former police officer. Every episode of Cowboy Bebop shows us Spike's quests. Through them, the past of the characters is gradually revealed, thereby bringing us to a very touching ending at the end of the film.

With all due respect, Cowboy Bebop is a monument of the anime industry. Movies aren't just cartoons. It's a true work of art with layers of deep meaning intelligently integrated into an incredibly compelling plot. Although it has been more than 20 years since its release, up to now, the perfection of Cowboy Bebop in all aspects is still the goal that many Japanese filmmakers strive for.

• Japanese:カウボーイビバップ


• English: Cowboy Bebop


• Premiere: Spring 1998


• Studios: Sunrise


• Genre: Action , Sci-Fi

 

Background

When Cowboy Bebop first aired in spring of 1998 on TV Tokyo, only episodes 2, 3, 7-15, and 18 were broadcast, it was concluded with a recap special known as Yose Atsume Blues. This was due to anime censorship having increased following the big controversies over Evangelion, as a result most of the series was pulled from the air due to violent content. Satellite channel WOWOW picked up the series in the fall of that year and aired it in its entirety uncensored. Cowboy Bebop was not a ratings hit in Japan, but sold over 19,000 DVD units in the initial release run, and 81,000 overall. Protagonist Spike Spiegel won Best Male Character, and Megumi Hayashibara won Best Voice Actor for her role as Faye Valentine in the 1999 and 2000 Anime Grand Prix, respectively.

Cowboy Bebop's biggest influence has been in the United States, where it premiered on Adult Swim in 2001 with many reruns since. The show's heavy Western influence struck a chord with American viewers, where it became a "gateway drug" to anime aimed at adult audiences.

 

Characters

Spiegel, Spike, Valentine, Faye, Wong Hau Pepelu Tivrusky IV, Edward, Black, Jet, Ein....

 

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2 Lycoris Recoil

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To call it a masterpiece, A-1 Pictures' Lycoris Recoil is still missing a lot. However, the "advanced" construction and storytelling of Lycoris Recoil is worth learning from the anime. In the film, we have a story about feminism, about the LGBTQIA+ community, about human outlook and many other issues. The issues of the era are subtly integrated, not forced, creating a new and open perspective for the audience.

• Japanese:リコリス・リコイル


• English: Lycoris Recoil


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 13


• Premiere: Summer 2022


• Studio: A-1 Pictures


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action


• Duration: 24 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 and older

3 Neon Genesis Evangelion

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Continuing this list will be another legend of the Japanese anime industry. Released at a time when the Mecha genre was on the rise, Neon Genesis Evangelion tells the story of Shinji – an ordinary male student who is unexpectedly chosen as the controller of Evangelion – a giant machine capable of destroying Angels. Along with fierce battles, Neon Genesis Evangelion reveals the "dark side" of each character, exposing us to each other and then mixing it all into a crazy but connected whole with the audience.

To analyze the beauty of Neon Genesis Evangelion, a thousand-word article is still too short. For this writer, Neon Genesis Evangelion is truly a masterpiece and it deserves to be watched at least once by every anime lover. A small note is that the film has many psychological, philosophical and sometimes confusing elements, so when watching you pay attention.

• Japanese:新世紀エヴァンゲリオン


• English: Neon Genesis Evangelion


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 26


• Premiere: Fall 1995


• Studios: Gainax, Tatsunoko Production


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action, Avant-garde, Award-winning, Drama, Science fiction, Suspense


• Duration: 24 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 and older

4 Gurren Lagann

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If you feel that Neon Genesis Evangelion or Cowboy Bebop is too heavy, you can try Gurren Lagann – the original anime that caused a global fever in 2007. Made by the studio that created Evangelion, Gurren Lagann has sound quality. , extremely good picture. The plot is quite simple, receptive for both adults and children, so watching it will be very interesting. However, that doesn't mean movies are "shallow." Many segments of the movie will surely make you think.

Japanese:天元突破グレンラガン

• English: Gurren Lagann


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 27


• Premiere: Spring 2007


• Studio: Gainax


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action, Adventure, Award-winning, Comedy, Science fiction


• Duration: 24 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 and older

5 Angel Beats!

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The closing of part 1 will be by PA Works. In the film, the audience will be watching a group of young people who are present in a world between life and death. Their goal here will be to fight the "Angel" to go to the afterlife. At first, it felt like a joke. However, towards the end, the story gradually stopped being funny but turned to touching, making the audience cry.

Angel Beats may not be comparable to other anime on this list in terms of audiovisuals, but the story of life it conveys is extremely meaningful. This is also the strongest point that makes the film, although it has been released for nearly 10 years, is still mentioned regularly by the online community.

• Japanese: Angel Beats!(エンジェルビーツ!)


• English: Angel Beats!


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 13


• Premiere: Spring 2010


• Studio: PA Works


• Source: Original


• Genre: Drama , Supernatural


• Duration: 24 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 and older

6 Psycho-Pass

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Developed by Production IG with super cool character creation from author Katekyo Hitman Reborn, Psycho-Pass is an anime that anyone who is passionate about detective genre, criminal psychology should watch. Psycho-Pass is set in a modern city where every human decision is driven by a "super-smart" system.

Not only does the system direct people to the most appropriate path, but it also assesses the level of human danger with an index called the "crime index". As long as this indicator rises higher than allowed, you will be caught! The person who catches and handles you will be a special investigation team with the main character is Akane.

• Japanese: PSYCHO-PASS サイコパス 2


• English: Psycho-Pass 2


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 11


• Premiere: Fall 2014


• Studio: Tatsunoko Production


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action , Science Fiction , Suspense


• Duration: 23 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: R - 17+ (violent & obscene)

7 Anohana

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Anohana is the original anime about the most beautiful friendship in the history of Japanese anime. The plot of the film is simple. Jinta, a lazy young man, suddenly one day sees the spirit of Menma, his childhood best friend, who died in an accident. To help Menma escape, Jinta contacts old friends who used to be members of the Super Peace Buster but have "broken up" since Menma's death. Like a flower in full bloom, stories of a succession of young people emerge and eventually merge, forming the flower whose name we still don't know.

• Japanese:あの日見た花の名前を僕達はまだ知らない。


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 11


• Premiere: Spring 2011


• Studio: A-1 Pictures


• Source: Original


• Genre: Drama , Slice of Life , Supernatural


• Duration: 22 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 and older

8 Death Parade

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Made by Madhouse, the famous studio that has created countless blockbuster films, Death Parade is a complete work in every way. The film has TOP visuals and sounds (enough to embarrass many other anime titles). The content of the film belongs to the psychological genre but is very receptive. In addition, the motif of fighting for life through the Death Parade games also gives viewers very new perspectives on modern life and society.

• Japanese:デス・パレード


• English: Death Parade


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 12


• Premiere: Winter 2015


• Studio: Madhouse


• Source: Original


• Genre: Drama , Supernatural , Suspense


• Duration: 23 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: R - 17+ (violent & obscene)

9 Yuri trên băng - Yuri!!! On Ice

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Although slightly inferior to the other original anime on this list, Yuri On Ice is also an anime title worth watching. In the film, we will follow Yuuri's journey on his way to becoming a figure skater. The story sounds simple but attracts strong interest from Japanese and international audiences due to its connection to reality. Through a compelling storyline, especially an epic investment in visuals and sound, Yuri On Ice will show you how a seriously invested anime can be of quality.

• Japanese:ユーリ!!! On the ice


• English: Yuri!!! On Ice


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 12


• Premiere: Fall 2016


• Studio: MAPPA


• Source: Original


• Category: Award-winning, Sports


• Duration: 23 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 and older

10 Kill La Kill

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 Kill La Kill is the animated "masterpiece" of the Trigger family. Kill La Kill tells the story of Ryuuko, a schoolgirl who wanders around looking for her father's killer. Arriving at a prestigious academy, Ryuuko encounters Satsuki, the powerful student council president, and her "subordinates". There is no way for Ryuuko to defeat them... until she receives Senketsu – a special weapon that can transform into an enhanced costume for Ryuuko.

Overall, Kill La Kill is an anime with a plot... quite funny. Character creation is also somewhat unrealistic with actions and expressions that are only available in the cartoon world. However, thanks to its clever construction and excellent fight scenes, Kill La Kill turns into an extremely entertaining and satisfying anime for the audience. This movie is very good, if you haven't seen it yet, you should try it.

• Japanese:キルラキル


• English: Kill la Kill


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 24


• Premiere: Fall 2013


• Studio: Trigger


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action, Comedy, Ecchi


• Duration: 24 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 or olde

11 Darker than Black

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One day, an impregnable area called Hell's Gate I appears in Tokyo. From there, people with special powers began to appear. These people are divided into two groups, contractors, who are emotionless, and become murder weapons. Other groups are called Dolls, whose personalities are neither nor emotions. Treated as mere puppets, they are used by both government and other watchdog organizations.

• Japanese: Darker than BLACK -黒の契約者-


• English: Darker than Black


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 25


• Premiere: Spring 2007


• Studio: Bones


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action , Mystery , Sci-Fi


• Duration: 24 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: R - 17+ (violent & obscene)

12 Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion

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Code Geass is an original anime series that tells the story of a young man named Lelouch who lives in a futuristic world where much of it has been conquered by an empire known as the Holy British Empire. Lelouch is a British prince who exiled to Japan after his mother was killed in a terrorist attack. In Japan, Lelouch befriends a girl named CC, who gives him Geass powers, allowing him to control the minds of others. Lelouch used his powers to lead a rebellion against the British Empire, and eventually became Emperor.

The history of Code Geass is complex and filled with political, actional, and romantic intrigues. It's a great example of an animated series that tries to put these elements together in a fun and stimulating way. If you are looking for an anime in the genre of psychological horror, suspense and intellect, Code Geass is an option not to be missed.

• Japanese:コードギアス 反逆のルルーシュ


• English: Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 25


• Premiere: Fall 2006


• Studio: 

13 Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress

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In the midst of the industrial revolution, a mysterious virus appeared, infecting people very quickly. Viruses turn people into hostile creatures that cannot be defeated unless their hearts are pierced. And most of the weapons used by soldiers were ineffective against them. On an island, people live on walls, and have built stations to get around. And it was on this island that a boy named Ikoma appeared, who created his own devices to defeat those creatures.

• Japanese:甲鉄城のカバネリ


• English: Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 12


• Premiere: Spring 2016


• Studio: Wit Studio


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action , Drama , Fantasy , Horror


• Duration: 22 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: R - 17+ (violent & obscene)

14 Aldnoah.Zero

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It was produced by A-1 Pictures, TROYCA and directed by Ei Aoki for 2 distinct seasons. It has been one of the best music composed by anime Hiroyuki Sawano.

Summary: In 1972, a hipervia was discovered on the surface of the moon, and humanity has begun using it to colonize Mars. Years later, it will be a war between the settlers of Earth and Mars.

I don't know how to explain the synopsis without giving spoilers, just trust it and see! Guilty Crown also has the same composer with his epic music and has an epic story, here's the trick. Both are full of action, romance, drama, suspense that bring great emotions.

• Japanese:アルドノア・ゼロ


• English: Aldnoah.Zero


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 12


• Premiere: Summer 2014


• Studios: A-1 Pictures, TROYCA


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action , Sci-Fi


• Duration: 23 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: R - 17+ (violent & obscene)

15 Shinobi no Ittoki

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Shinobi no Ittoki is a unique original anime of 2022 that is not adapted from any work worth enjoying. Shinobi no Ittoki revolves around how after surviving an attack from the rival Kouga clan, Ittoki Sakuraba, an ordinary boy, discovers that he is the 19th heir of ninja Iga. Ittoki must learn skills to become a ninja of the Iga clan and join the war between the 2 clans Iga - Kouga.

• Japanese:忍の一時


• English: Shinobi no Ittoki


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 12


• Premiere: Fall 2022


• Studio: TROYCA


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action


• Duration: 23 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: PG-13 – Teens 13 and older

16 Guilty Crown

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On December 24, 2029—the day often referred to as "Lost Christmas"—the Apocalypse virus spreads across Japan, bringing death to its people and plunging the country into complete chaos. In an effort to establish order, the United Nations sent GHQ to support the crisis by containing the outbreak while eliminating any political autonomy in the process. A decade later, the country is still under their control, unable to escape their draconian rule.

Fed up with the state of the country, a resistance group called Funeral Home aims to free Japan from GHQ. Led by the charismatic Gai Tsutsugami, the group plots to steal a vial containing the "Void Genome" to achieve their goal. The vial falls into the hands of internet singer Inori Yuzuriha, who is eventually hunted down by GHQ's Anti-Bodies forces. With nowhere else to go, she seeks refuge in a warehouse, where she meets Shuu Ouma, a socially awkward high school student who is a huge fan of her music.

Shuu is dragged into the fray as soon as he rescues Inori, and the Void Genome crumbles in his hands, granting him the "Power of Kings". While learning to control his vast new abilities, Shuu must now fight to liberate Japan from cruel oppressors.

• Japanese:ギルティクラウン


• Photo: Guilty Crown


• Type: Television


• Episodes: 22


• Premiere: Fall 2011


• Studio: IG Production


• Source: Original


• Genre: Action , Drama , Science fiction


• Themes: Mecha, Romance Subtext, Superpowers


• Duration: 24 minutes. per episode.


• Rating: R - 17+ (violent & obscene)

Besides anime adapted from manga, light novels,... The original anime is also extremely loved by the audience. If you are looking for anime with new, attractive content, which has never appeared in any art genre, the best original anime that I have just introduced will be for you. Let's watch and choose for yourself a good original anime to entertain this weekend.