ScreenRant - Anime

5 Long Anime Series That Are Absolute Masterpieces, No Notes

Casandra Ronning — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:00:21 GMT

The vast majority of animeseries are only greenlit for 12–13 or 24–26 episodes, but there are certain anime that extend well beyond that limit by dozens or even hundreds of episodes. For most series, earning over 50 episodes is a rare achievement that proves the story has something worthwhile to share with audiences, with some of the most popular spanning hundreds of episodes.

5 Anime Characters With the Most Ridiculously OP Powers Ever

Casandra Ronning — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:30:11 GMT

Anime is filled with absurdly powerful characters that can alter their stories in unforeseen or shocking ways. These characters’ abilities often extend far beyond conventional limits of speed, strength, and power scaling, with some capable of erasing worlds with a single thought or manipulating reality to their will. For the most overpowered anime characters, the laws of existence mean absolutely nothing in comparison to their seemingly limitless power.

8 Best Anime Mentors Who Died Way Too Soon

Casandra Ronning — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:00:11 GMT

Anime is filled with unforgettable characters who leave an impactful mark on the story and sometimes even on the lives of viewers. Among the most influential are the mentors who guide the heroes along their journeys, often larger-than-life and offering wisdom and specialized teachings. Many mentors are pillars that train, guide, and support the heroes throughout the story.

5 Anime Characters Who Paid the Ultimate Price for Godlike Power

Casandra Ronning — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:44:10 GMT

There are many animeseries that deliver characters who ultimately attain godlike power, however, the price they pay is not always worth the sacrifice. Rather than a rewarding transformation or a satisfying resolution of their journey and hard work, some characters who gain the power to reshape reality or ascend to a higher plane of existence face unimaginable consequences that are beyond devastating.

7 Most Iconic Anime Swordswomen

Emedo Ashibeze — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:30:11 GMT

Sword wielders are some of the biggest icons in anime, yet the space is typically dominated by men. Characters like Ichigo from Bleach, Kenshin from Rurouni Kenshin, and Kirito from Sword Art Online are examples of male characters who usually take the spotlight. There are, however, many notable women in this field as well, and they deserve just as much recognition.

9 Action Anime That Will Hook Fans From The Very First Fight

Emedo Ashibeze — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:30:11 GMT

Anime fans come into new action series hoping to be thoroughly entertained right away, and many want that high level of entertainment as soon as possible. This means more often than not, anime that take off quickly are heavily preferred, especially when they feature thrilling fight scenes right from the very beginning.

5 Iconic Anime Characters With Powerful Beings Sealed Inside Them

Emedo Ashibeze — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:00:11 GMT

Anime characters housing formidable entities are some of the most popular in the medium. The trope has been well received in both classic and modern times, as these figures have headlined several prominent titles over the years. They make for unique narrative developments and add an exciting layer of intrigue to standard battles.

5 Shonen Anime Remakes That Are Considered Absolute Masterpieces

Emedo Ashibeze — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 02:30:11 GMT

The shonen demographic is the most prominent category in anime, providing several standout titles over the years. It is home to some of the greatest classics to ever grace the medium, but many of these series were adapted at a time with inferior production technology and other significant structural constraints.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Is Officially Back This Month

Steven Garrard — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:28:56 GMT

While we're still waiting for Netflix to drop the next season of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, fans havebeen treated to several new releases that can help pass the time until we get to see the rest of Johnny's adventures in Steel Ball Run. As a legendary anime franchise with countless examples of video games, anime, and merchandise to enjoy, JoJo's has had more than a few strange releases over the years.

5 Short Seinen Anime That Are Considered Masterpieces

Casandra Ronning — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:00:12 GMT

Seinen anime are series that target adult males but often have universal appeal, drawing in global audiences with their mature storytelling and willingness to explore themes that range from dark and psychological to relaxing and heartfelt. Given its demographic, seinen has the ability to tell stories that aren’t restricted in ways that shōnen might be, often allowing its stories to take creative and narrative risks that resonate with older audiences on a deeper level.