Best Fantasy Anime of All Time

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 1823 fantasy titles spanning 1990–present.

1
Madhouse · 2023 · 818,315 ratings
Audience reception is heavily divided. Some viewers praise the anime for its mature themes, emotional depth, and...
9.3
2
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
3
MAPPA · 2025 · 250,102 ratings
Audience opinions are divided on the Chainsaw Man movie. Some praise the artistic direction, animation, and emotional...
9.1
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
White Fox · 2026 · 111,410 ratings
Audience opinion is sharply divided, with many viewers feeling the series has become repetitive, over-reliant on its...
9
6
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
7
Studio Ghibli · 2001 · 1,401,964 ratings
Audience opinions on 'Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi' are divided. Many praise the film's stunning visuals, music, and...
8.8
8
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
9
Studio Ghibli · 2004 · 1,016,877 ratings
Audience opinions are divided on Howl's Moving Castle. While praised for its stunning visuals, animation, and music,...
8.7
10
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
11
ufotable · 2020 · 218,991 ratings
The final installment of the Heaven's Feel trilogy is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience,...
8.6
12
Kinema Citrus · 2017 · 829,211 ratings
Made in Abyss is a visually stunning and captivating adventure anime with a dark underbelly. While praised for its...
8.6
13
Studio Bind · 2021 · 693,307 ratings
Mushoku Tensei Part 2 is a visually impressive isekai anime with a controversial protagonist. While some appreciate the...
8.6
14
Trigger · 2024 · 288,958 ratings
Dungeon Meshi is a well-received anime praised for its unique blend of dungeon crawling and cooking, innovative...
8.6
15
A-1 Pictures · 2025 · 474,690 ratings
Audience opinions are significantly polarized. While some viewers enjoy the spectacle and action, many criticize the...
8.6
16
Studio Bind · 2026 · 127,556 ratings
The audience is significantly polarized, with strong opinions on both sides. While many praise the show's deep...
8.6
17
B.CMAY PICTURES · 2021 · 34,597 ratings
The final season of Mo Dao Zu Shi is met with mixed feelings. While the series is praised for its art, characters, and...
8.5
18
Wit Studio · 2021 · 394,118 ratings
Ousama Ranking garnered a strong initial positive response due to its charming art style and emotionally engaging story...
8.5
19
B.CMAY PICTURES · 2025 · 67,798 ratings
Audience reviews are divided, with many anime-only viewers finding the initial episodes confusing due to rapid...
8.5
20
BUG FILMS · 2026 · 183,570 ratings
Audiences are highly divided on Witch Hat Atelier, with near-universal praise for its breathtaking animation and unique...
8.5