Best Action Anime of All Time

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 2176 action titles spanning 1990–present.

1
Bones · 2010 · 2,288,084 ratings
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is widely praised for its adherence to the manga and engaging storyline, though some...
9.1
2
MAPPA · 2025 · 250,102 ratings
Audience opinions are divided on the Chainsaw Man movie. Some praise the artistic direction, animation, and emotional...
9.1
3
Sunrise · 2012 · 255,437 ratings
Gintama' is highly praised for its humor, action, and character development. While some find the jokes repetitive and...
9
4
Madhouse · 2014 · 1,955,267 ratings
Hunter x Hunter (2011) is largely praised for its complex characters, engaging storyline, and mature themes that...
9
5
Wit Studio · 2019 · 1,770,056 ratings
Audience consensus is overwhelmingly positive, praising the season's storytelling, animation, and emotional impact. ...
9
6
Studio Pierrot · 2022 · 371,254 ratings
The audience overwhelmingly celebrates Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War as a triumphant return, praising its animation,...
9
7
David Production · 2026 · 109,171 ratings
Audience opinion is sharply divided, primarily between those deeply disappointed by the anime adaptation's perceived...
9
8
Toei Animation · 2024 · 105,227 ratings
The 'One Piece Fan Letter' episode is overwhelmingly praised as a beautiful and touching tribute to the series and its...
8.9
9
Shaft · 2017 · 295,692 ratings
Audience reception is largely positive, with many praising the animation, sound, and emotional depth. However, some...
8.8
10
Bones · 2019 · 1,077,369 ratings
Mob Psycho 100 II is largely praised for its exceptional animation, character development, and emotional depth....
8.8
11
Wit Studio · 2019 · 1,042,295 ratings
Vinland Saga receives praise for its mature themes, historical setting, and character-driven narrative, but is...
8.8
12
Sunrise · 1998 · 1,054,562 ratings
Cowboy Bebop is generally regarded as a classic anime with strong production values and memorable characters. However,...
8.7
13
Studio Ghibli · 1997 · 900,527 ratings
Princess Mononoke is widely regarded as a masterpiece by many, lauded for its breathtaking animation, profound thematic...
8.7
14
Studio Pierrot · 2020 · 54,172 ratings
Kingdom's third season is largely celebrated for its significant improvements in animation and its gripping adaptation...
8.7
15
ufotable · 2022 · 1,098,803 ratings
Audience reception is highly divided. Many praise the stunning animation and action sequences, considering them a...
8.7
16
MAPPA · 2023 · 788,171 ratings
Audience opinions on Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 are heavily divided. While some praise the animation and specific story...
8.7
17
Bones Film · 2025 · 134,232 ratings
The final season of My Hero Academia is met with mixed reactions. Some viewers found the ending satisfying and...
8.7
18
OLM · 1997 · 409,403 ratings
Berserk (1997) is lauded for its engaging narrative, complex characters, and profound themes, set within a dark and...
8.6
19
Studio Deen · 1999 · 145,027 ratings
The audience overwhelmingly regards Rurouni Kenshin: Tsuiokuhen as a masterpiece, praising its mature storytelling,...
8.6
20
ufotable · 2020 · 218,991 ratings
The final installment of the Heaven's Feel trilogy is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience,...
8.6