Top 100 Anime Movies¶
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Top 100 Lists¶
- Spirited Away (2001) - A masterpiece by Hayao Miyazaki that won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
- Your Name (2016) - A beautifully animated romantic fantasy film by Makoto Shinkai.
- Princess Mononoke (1997) - Another critically acclaimed film by Hayao Miyazaki, known for its epic narrative.
- Akira (1988) - A landmark in the cyberpunk genre, directed by Katsuhiro Otomo.
- My Neighbor Totoro (1988) - A beloved family film that introduced the iconic character Totoro.
- Grave of the Fireflies (1988) - A heartbreaking war drama directed by Isao Takahata.
- Howl's Moving Castle (2004) - A visually stunning film by Hayao Miyazaki, based on the novel by Diana Wynne Jones.
- Ghost in the Shell (1995) - A groundbreaking sci-fi film that influenced many, including the Wachowskis’ "The Matrix".
- Paprika (2006) - A psychological sci-fi film by Satoshi Kon that predates Christopher Nolan's "Inception".
- The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006) - A time-travel story that blends sci-fi elements with adolescent drama.
- Wolf Children (2012)
- Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984)
- Laputa: Castle in the Sky (1986)
- Perfect Blue (1997)
- Weathering with You (2019)
- Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)
- Porco Rosso (1992)
- The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013)
- 5 Centimeters Per Second (2007)
- The Wind Rises (2013)
- Whisper of the Heart (1995)
- Ponyo (2008)
- The Secret World of Arrietty (2010)
- Millennium Actress (2001)
- Tokyo Godfathers (2003)
- Summer Wars (2009)
- A Silent Voice (2016)
- From Up on Poppy Hill (2011)
- When Marnie Was There (2014)
- Garden of Words (2013)
- Redline (2009)
- Sword of the Stranger (2007)
- The Boy and the Beast (2015)
- Mary and The Witch's Flower (2017)
- Mirai (2018)
- Only Yesterday (1991)
- The Anthem of the Heart (2015)
- Promare (2019)
- Tekkonkinkreet (2006)
- Ninja Scroll (1993)
- Castle of Cagliostro (1979)
- Belle (2021)
- Ocean Waves (1993)
- Lu Over the Wall (2017)
- Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms (2018)
- Children Who Chase Lost Voices (2011)
- The Night Is Short, Walk On Girl (2017)
- In This Corner of the World (2016)
- Patema Inverted (2013)
- Colorful (2010)
- Steins;Gate Movie: Load Region of Déjà Vu (2013) - A thrilling continuation of the beloved sci-fi series.
- Pom Poko (1994) - A unique tale of environmentalism featuring shape-shifting tanuki.
- Tales from Earthsea (2006) - Goro Miyazaki's adaptation of the Ursula K. Le Guin fantasy series.
- The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya (2010) - A film that extends the popular anime series into a deeper, more complex story.
- Anthem of the Heart (2015) - A touching story about a girl who learns to express herself through music.
- The Cat Returns (2002) - A charming, fantastical adventure from Studio Ghibli.
- Fireworks (2017) - A visually striking tale of young love and time loops.
- Ride Your Wave (2019) - A heartwarming and visually inventive romance by Masaaki Yuasa.
- I Want to Eat Your Pancreas (2018) - A deeply moving romance drama.
- Doukyuusei (Classmates) (2016) - A beautiful story about the blossoming romance between two high school boys.
- Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust (2000) - A dark and stylish fantasy adventure.
- Metropolis (2001) - A visually stunning adaptation of Osamu Tezuka's classic manga.
- A Whisker Away (2020) - A magical and touching story about love and identity.
- Hal (2013) - An emotional tale of love, loss, and artificial intelligence.
- The Garden of Sinners (2007-2009) - A complex series of films that blend supernatural elements with thriller and mystery.
- Hotarubi no Mori e (2011) - A poignant story of friendship and loss between a girl and a spirit.
- Flavors of Youth (2018) - An anthology film exploring the simple beauties and bittersweet pains of youth.
- Tamako Love Story (2014) - A sweet, slice-of-life love story from the creators of K-On!.
- Wolf's Rain (OVA) (2004) - Though technically an OVA, it concludes the story of the anime series in a beautiful, cinematic way.
- The Place Promised in Our Early Days (2004) - A visually stunning film about promises, separation, and the threads of fate.
- Into the Forest of Fireflies' Light (2011) - A touching supernatural romance.
- Psycho-Pass: The Movie (2015) - Extending the dystopian world of the Psycho-Pass series.
- Giovanni's Island (2014) - A deeply moving historical drama set in post-WWII Japan.
- Miss Hokusai (2015) - An artistic film exploring the life of O-Ei Hokusai, daughter of the famous painter Hokusai.
- The Boy Who Saw the Wind (2000) - A lesser-known gem about a boy with the power to control the wind.
- Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade (1999) - A dark, political thriller set in an alternate post-WWII Japan.
- Millennium Actress (2001) - A beautifully crafted story blending reality and film.
- Tekkonkinkreet (2006) - A visually unique tale of two street kids in a futuristic city.
- The Sky Crawlers (2008) - A thought-provoking anime about eternal youth and the meaning of life.
- Summer Ghost (2021) - A beautiful story about the search for a ghost said to grant wishes.
- Time of Eve (2010) - A thought-provoking look at androids and humans coexisting.
- Children of the Sea (2019) - A visually breathtaking film about the mystery of the ocean and life itself.
- Mary and the Witch's Flower (2017) - A magical adventure about a girl who discovers a school for witches.
- Penguin Highway (2018) - An imaginative and whimsical story about a boy investigating the mysterious appearance of penguins in his village.
- The Anthem of the Heart (2015) - A touching story about finding one's voice through music.
- Mirai (2018) - A heartwarming exploration of family bonds through time travel.
- Liz and the Blue Bird (2018) - A beautiful and subtle story about friendship and change.
- Patema Inverted (2013) - A creative and engaging story about a world with inverted gravity.
- The Night is Short, Walk on Girl (2017) - A whimsical, night-long adventure through Kyoto's nightlife.
- Kara no Kyoukai (The Garden of Sinners) (2007-2009) - A series of films exploring supernatural mysteries.
- No Game No Life: Zero (2017) - A prequel to the No Game No Life series, exploring the ancient war that shaped the world.
- Sword of the Stranger (2007) - A beautifully animated samurai film with stunning action sequences.
- Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms (2018) - An emotional tale about motherhood and letting go.
- Weathering With You (2019) - A visually stunning film about love and weather manipulation.
- The Wind Rises (2013) - Hayao Miyazaki's contemplative look at the life of Jiro Horikoshi.
- Redline (2009) - A high-octane racing film with incredible animation.
- Paprika (2006) - A surreal exploration of dreams and reality.
- Tokyo Godfathers (2003) - A heartwarming story about three homeless people finding a baby on Christmas Eve.
- Porco Rosso (1992) - A whimsical tale of a cursed pilot in post-WWI Italy.
- Ninja Scroll (1993) - A classic action-packed samurai and ninja film with supernatural elements.
This list encompasses a broad spectrum of the anime genre, showcasing the diversity and depth anime movies offer. From heartwarming stories to psychological thrillers, each movie provides a unique viewing experience, reflecting the richness of Japanese animation and storytelling.
Top 100 Table¶
| Rank | Name | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spirited Away | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 2 | Your Name | Drama & Romance |
| 3 | Princess Mononoke | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 4 | Akira | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 5 | My Neighbor Totoro | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 6 | Grave of the Fireflies | Drama & Romance |
| 7 | Howl's Moving Castle | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 8 | Ghost in the Shell | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 9 | Paprika | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 10 | The Girl Who Leapt Through Time | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 11 | Wolf Children | Drama & Romance |
| 12 | Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 13 | Laputa: Castle in the Sky | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 14 | Perfect Blue | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 15 | Weathering with You | Drama & Romance |
| 16 | Kiki's Delivery Service | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 17 | Porco Rosso | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 18 | The Tale of the Princess Kaguya | Drama & Romance |
| 19 | 5 Centimeters Per Second | Drama & Romance |
| 20 | The Wind Rises | Drama & Romance |
| 21 | Whisper of the Heart | Drama & Romance |
| 22 | Ponyo | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 23 | The Secret World of Arrietty | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 24 | Millennium Actress | Drama & Romance |
| 25 | Tokyo Godfathers | Drama & Romance |
| 26 | Summer Wars | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 27 | A Silent Voice | Drama & Romance |
| 28 | From Up on Poppy Hill | Drama & Romance |
| 29 | When Marnie Was There | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 30 | Garden of Words | Drama & Romance |
| 31 | Redline | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 32 | Sword of the Stranger | Action & Historical |
| 33 | The Boy and the Beast | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 34 | Mary and The Witch's Flower | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 35 | Mirai | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 36 | Only Yesterday | Drama & Romance |
| 37 | The Anthem of the Heart | Drama & Romance |
| 38 | Promare | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 39 | Tekkonkinkreet | Action & Historical |
| 40 | Ninja Scroll | Action & Historical |
| 41 | Castle of Cagliostro | Action & Historical |
| 42 | Belle | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 43 | Ocean Waves | Drama & Romance |
| 44 | Lu Over the Wall | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 45 | Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms | Drama & Romance |
| 46 | Children Who Chase Lost Voices | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 47 | The Night Is Short, Walk On Girl | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 48 | In This Corner of the World | Drama & Romance |
| 49 | Patema Inverted | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 50 | Colorful | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 51 | Steins;Gate Movie: Load Region of Déjà Vu | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 52 | Pom Poko | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 53 | Tales from Earthsea | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 54 | The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 55 | Anthem of the Heart | Drama & Romance |
| 56 | The Cat Returns | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 57 | Fireworks | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 58 | Ride Your Wave | Drama & Romance |
| 59 | I Want to Eat Your Pancreas | Drama & Romance |
| 60 | Doukyuusei (Classmates) | Drama & Romance |
| 61 | Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust | Action & Historical |
| 62 | Metropolis | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 63 | A Whisker Away | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 64 | Hal | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 65 | The Garden of Sinners | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 66 | Hotarubi no Mori e | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 67 | Flavors of Youth | Drama & Romance |
| 68 | Tamako Love Story | Drama & Romance |
| 69 | Wolf's Rain (OVA) | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 70 | The Place Promised in Our Early Days | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 71 | Into the Forest of Fireflies' Light | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 72 | Psycho-Pass: The Movie | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 73 | Giovanni's Island | Drama & Romance |
| 74 | Miss Hokusai | Drama & Romance |
| 75 | The Boy Who Saw the Wind | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 76 | Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade | Action & Historical |
| 77 | Millennium Actress | Drama & Romance |
| 78 | Tekkonkinkreet | Action & Historical |
| 79 | The Sky Crawlers | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 80 | Summer Ghost | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 81 | Time of Eve | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 82 | Children of the Sea | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 83 | Mary and the Witch's Flower | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 84 | Penguin Highway | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 85 | The Anthem of the Heart | Drama & Romance |
| 86 | Mirai | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 87 | Liz and the Blue Bird | Drama & Romance |
| 88 | Patema Inverted | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 89 | The Night is Short, Walk on Girl | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 90 | Kara no Kyoukai | Supernatural & Psychological |
| 91 | No Game No Life: Zero | Fantasy & Adventure |
| 92 | Sword of the Stranger | Action & Historical |
| 93 | Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms | Drama & Romance |
| 94 | Weathering With You | Drama & Romance |
| 95 | The Wind Rises | Drama & Romance |
| 96 | Redline | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 97 | Paprika | Science Fiction & Cyberpunk |
| 98 | Tokyo Godfathers | Drama & Romance |
| 99 | Porco Rosso | Action & Historical |
| 100 | Ninja Scroll | Action & Historical |
This table simplifies the categorization, but note that the boundaries between these categories are often fluid, with many films blending elements from multiple genres.