Why it’s popular: Attack on Titan is the "Game of Thrones" of anime. It starts as a simple revenge story—humanity lives behind massive walls to hide from man-eating Titans. However, it quickly spirals into a complex geopolitical drama about race, war crimes, and freedom. The animation by Wit Studio and MAPPA is cinematic.

Recommendation: Watch the anime first. The voice acting and the score by Hiroyuki Sawano are irreplaceable.

For those tired of seeing the same 10 titles.

Shonen (targeted primarily at teen boys) is the most popular gateway into anime. These series are defined by high stakes, power systems, and character growth.

1. Jujutsu Kaisen (Anime & Manga)

2. Demon Slayer (Anime & Manga)

3. Chainsaw Man (Anime & Manga)

Why it’s popular: This is the "grandfather" of modern Isekai. A 34-year-old loser dies and reincarnates into a fantasy world as a baby named Rudeus. Unlike power fantasy trash, this series focuses on redemption, perversion, and genuine character growth. The animation is feature-film quality.

Recommendation: The anime is a 10/10 adaptation. However, the protagonist is intentionally problematic (a creep) at the start; the story is about him improving.