Anime Starter Pack

New to anime? Start here.

A concise editorial path through approachable, influential anime films and series.

8 titles in this list

1. Death Note (2006) — A gripping psychological cat-and-mouse game that’s one of the easiest entry points into anime.
2. Attack on Titan — Season 1 (2013) — A brutal, high-stakes introduction to anime built around mystery, survival, and huge action.
3. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009) — Adventure, emotion, humor, and world-building all come together in one of anime’s best all-around series.
4. Cowboy Bebop (1998) — Cool, stylish, and surprisingly emotional — a great gateway for viewers who usually prefer live-action.
5. SPY x FAMILY — Season 1 (2022) — A lighter, funnier entry that mixes espionage, family comedy, and a lot of heart.
6. Your Name. (2016) — A beautiful mix of romance, fantasy, and emotion that shows how powerful anime films can be.
7. Spirited Away (2001) — A magical, imaginative classic and one of the best introductions to Studio Ghibli.
8. JUJUTSU KAISEN (2020) — Fast, stylish supernatural action with memorable characters and some of modern anime’s best fight sequences.

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