Top 50 Best Action Comedy Anime Of All Time
Anime is filled with a ton of action series. Anime is filled with a ton of comedy series.
But are there any anime that has both comedy and action?
Well, yes there are! In fact, the medium offers a variety of shows with different concepts and premises that can give you an adrenaline rush while also making you laugh all the time.
That’s the beauty of anime. And we have listed down the best shows from the same.
These works will allow you to relax and let out that steam that you have been building up for the past few weeks.
So let’s waste no more time and hop straight into the list.
I hope you enjoy reading it.
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1. Assassination Classroom
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Ansatsu Kyoushitsu |
Type | TV |
Studios | Lerche |
Premiered | Jan 10, 2015 to Jun 20, 2015 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.111 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
This anime will give you a blast of emotions that will shake you from the core.
And there’s nothing you can do about it.
The series focuses on a class of socially outcast students who have to kill their octopus-like teacher.
However, there’s only one slight problem. This teacher moves at a speed, no human can ever even imagine achieving.
And so, we are going to experience a completely different type of teaching in this anime.
He is a monster but he does care about the education of his students and teaches them passionately, even though they are all trying to kill him.
It might sound sad, but this is what makes the story hilarious as the students and the teacher develop a unique bond.
And let’s just say that none of us were ready for what happened in the end.
It is an experience that can’t be replicated by any anime whatsoever.
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2. Mob Psycho 100
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Mob Psycho 100 |
Type | TV |
Studios | Bones |
Premiered | Jul 11, 2016 to Sep 27, 2016 |
Source | Web manga |
MAL Score | 8.481 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Crafted by the mastermind behind One Punch Man, this phenomenal anime promises a unique ride, just as expected.
It unravels the tale of a psychic lad named Mob yearning to carve his life without relying on his extraordinary powers.
The intricate dance of his life, entwined with these psychic abilities, forms the crux of what makes this anime truly outstanding.
If you haven’t treated yourself to the brilliance of Mob Psycho 100, don’t miss out.
It’s a visual and narrative masterpiece that’s bound to leave you utterly captivated.
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3. InuYasha
Entity | Detail |
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Title | InuYasha |
Type | TV |
Studios | Sunrise |
Premiered | Oct 16, 2000 to Sep 13, 2004 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.851 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
While many of you may not know about this, veteran anime fans love this series.
InuYasha is one of the old classics that made way for romance to have its spotlight.
The anime focuses on a girl named Kagome who got attacked by a monster in her original world.
However, in the middle of the fight, she was teleported to the violent period of Japan.
There, she was blessed with a Jewel that can grant any wish.
Unfortunately, the shards of that jewel spread across the world. And so, Kagome decided to ask InuYasha for help.
And with a few more people added to their group, they are on the journey to find all of those shards before they get into the wrong hands.
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4. Dragon Ball Z
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Dragon Ball Z |
Type | TV |
Studios | Toei Animation |
Premiered | Apr 26, 1989 to Jan 31, 1996 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.151 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Rocketing anime to new heights, this series is like the rockstar of the animated world! Dragon Ball Z, the OG powerhouse, is now eternally inked in anime history – it’s the ultimate throwback Thursday every day!
While the initial hype might’ve taken a chill pill, the Dragon Ball Z effect is forever turned up.
Imagine epic battles, legendary showdowns, and villains so wicked they’d make your grandma gasp!
Each saga cranked up the excitement, introducing bad guys that turned the show into the Beyoncé of anime.
And guess what? The party’s still on! The cheers for its awesomeness keep echoing, proving this anime wasn’t just a show – it was a whole revolution!
5. One Punch Man
Entity | Detail |
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Title | One Punch Man |
Type | TV |
Studios | Madhouse |
Premiered | Oct 5, 2015 to Dec 21, 2015 |
Source | Web manga |
MAL Score | 8.541 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
If we talk about action, Saitama is one of the strongest anime characters to ever exist.
If we talk about comedy, Saitama is one of the funniest anime characters to ever exist.
So what do we learn here? One Punch Man is awesome.
For those of you who don’t know, One Punch Man talks about a guy named Saitama who has become the strongest hero on the planet.
And this may seem like great news at first. However, for Saitama, this is a curse.
Because now he can’t fight at his full potential as he takes care of all of his opponents with just One Punch.
And the best thing is, he trained so hard to become a superhero that he even lost his hair and became bald.
But now he cannot have a proper superhero fight because he is too strong.
This anime is a parody of the stereotypical superhero premise.
And the way it deals with it is what makes this anime so great.
6. Jojo’s Bizarre Adventures
Entity | Detail |
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Title | JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken (TV) |
Type | TV |
Studios | David Production |
Premiered | Oct 6, 2012 to Apr 6, 2013 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.981 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
A franchise that needs no introduction.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventures is one of the most notable series that has ever existed in the anime medium.
And there are countless reasons for this show to be so high on our list.
Just as the title suggests, the anime focuses on the JoJo family and their daily life.
They come across some of the most unique and bizarre life situations that may never happen to you.
However, the way they deal with them is what makes this anime so interesting.
We have some of the most intelligent anime fights in this series.
And their focus is always on entertainment.
This is why JoJo’s Bizarre Adventures is so popular.
7. Yona Of The Dawn
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Akatsuki no Yona |
Type | TV |
Studios | Studio Pierrot |
Premiered | Oct 7, 2014 to Mar 24, 2015 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.041 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This series will change the way you look at female characters.
And that’s why it is so impressive. The anime focuses on a princess named Yona whose father was killed by her childhood crush.
Now, her Kingdom is getting taken over by the murderer and things are taking turns for the worse.
However, Yona has managed to escape the Kingdom and is now on the journey to find the four dragons.
Using the Power of the dragons, she will be taking back what belongs to her.
However, it won’t be easy for a girl, who has been pampered all her life, to step out in the wild and work on her own.
But with the assistance of Hak, she will have the strength to do it all.
8. Yuu☆Yuu☆Hakusho
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Yuu Yuu Hakusho |
Type | TV |
Studios | Studio Pierrot |
Premiered | Oct 10, 1992 to Jan 7, 1995 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.451 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
One of those classics that changed the industry altogether.
Yu Yu Hakusho talks about a delinquent named Yuusuke who was bound to be in hell for his bullying attitude.
However, the spirit realm got caught off guard when he saved a kid and ended up dead in the process.
Now the reason for his death is a good one so the realm decided to give him an offer.
He will be reincarnated back in his real world if he takes care of the spirits revolving around people on Earth.
And so, Yuusuke meets a new group of people who will be his friends and starts working his way to the top.
He must safeguard all those innocent beings on earth from the evil grasp of spirits.
And he will do so with pride and honour.
9. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken |
Type | TV |
Studios | 8bit |
Premiered | Oct 2, 2018 to Mar 19, 2019 |
Source | Light novel |
MAL Score | 8.101 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
This anime is just incredible. Absolutely incredible.
It talks about a guy who got stabbed in his world and got reincarnated in a new world as a slime.
And on the outside, this might seem like a typical Isekai premise.
But on the inside, it is completely different.
It’s an incredible experience that can’t be replicated again.
The show deals with the economy, world-building, action, drama, character development and so so much more.
There’s no denying that this anime stands as one of the best works you can enjoy today.
And this is why every anime fan should watch this piece at least once in their life.
There’s an extremely high chance that it will change their perception of Isekai altogether.
10. Baccano!
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Baccano! |
Type | TV |
Studios | Brain’s Base |
Premiered | Jul 27, 2007 to Nov 2, 2007 |
Source | Light novel |
MAL Score | 8.401 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Although it is filled with a ton of action and drama, it is tough to point out where the story starts from.
Baccano is all about a mystery liquid that can grant incredible power to normal humans.
And around 20 characters are in search of this liquid.
However, this number includes people like small thieves and the Mafia.
So the competition isn’t exactly fair. However, when all of them get together on a train, things start to get interesting.
A cold war seems to have started and things will get out of hand very quickly.
Let’s see which group has what it takes to get their hands on this mystery liquid.
And let’s just hope that they do so in one piece.
11. Rurouni Kenshin
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan |
Type | TV |
Studios | Gallop, Studio Deen |
Premiered | Jan 10, 1996 to Sep 8, 1998 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.301 |
Duration | 25 min. per ep. |
Rurouni Kenshin is one of the classics that managed to become a staple in the industry.
It talks about a war that has ended now. And the survivors of the war have nothing to do other than regret it.
One of them is Kenshin Hamura whose swordsmanship is second to none in the series.
However, after witnessing the brutality of war, he has decided to give up on murdering someone.
And now, he is on a journey. A journey to save all those who are in need.
And this will pave the way for Kenshin to feel a bit better about the trauma.
And soon enough, the show will place some of the most formidable opponents in front of him.
12. Great Pretender
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Great Pretender |
Type | TV |
Studios | Wit Studio |
Premiered | Jul 9, 2020 to Dec 17, 2020 |
Source | Original |
MAL Score | 8.321 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
The show talks about a guy named Makoto who has got himself in some serious trouble.
He meets a man named Laurant who has made him a part of a huge scam that is going on below his belt.
And now, Makoto’s life is in constant danger.
However, things are going to get even more interesting as new parties, organizations, and gangs will pave their way in this situation.
And the predicament may be worth a hefty price of over a million dollars.
The anime is filled with insanity, craze, and trickery. In other words, it is filled with fun.
13. Kuroshitsuji Movie: Book of the Atlantic
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Kuroshitsuji Movie: Book of the Atlantic |
Type | Movie |
Studios | A-1 Pictures |
Premiered | 2017-01-21 00:00:00 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.251 |
Duration | 1 hr. 40 min. |
This movie belongs to the Black Butler Franchise.
Therefore, you can expect some great experiences from it.
The movie talks about a society called the Aurora Society which is working its way to immortality.
They are trying to figure out a way to bring the dead back to life.
However, things aren’t looking all that great for them since Ciel has got info about them.
Moreover, Elizabeth also seems to be on her way to the same ship where the next meeting of the Aurora Society is taking place.
Therefore, our boy has no choice but to get back on track and stop these idiots who are going against the laws of nature for their personal greed.
14. Digimon Adventure
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Digimon Adventure |
Type | TV |
Studios | Toei Animation |
Premiered | Mar 7, 1999 to Mar 26, 2000 |
Source | Other |
MAL Score | 7.771 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Digimon needs no introduction. For many of us, this was the anime that got us hooked to the medium without us even knowing about anime.
It talks about a group of kids who got teleported to a new world.
Here, they come across pet-like monsters called Digimon and they must tame and train them to make sure that they strive in a battle.
Our main character comes across Agumon and now, he has the partner he needed for his journey.
The story continues with all our cast receiving their monsters and embarking on their adventure.
The sky’s the limit and there are a ton of things to take care of in this world.
Let’s see how it goes.
15. Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann |
Type | TV |
Studios | Gainax |
Premiered | Apr 1, 2007 to Sep 30, 2007 |
Source | Original |
MAL Score | 8.651 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Gurren Lagann is one of the best mecha series that you can watch right now.
It has action, drama, and bits of ecchi as well.
Therefore, it deserves all your time and attention.
The show talks about a village that seems to have nothing outstanding in particular.
However, soon enough, this village will receive the most insane curse they could have imagined.
Giant robots making their way to this place. And stopping them would have been a nightmare if it wasn’t for our main cast.
They ended up getting their hands on a massive mech that can take care of these intruders.
And this is how an unsaid battle between the two begins.
16. Lupin III: Part 5
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Lupin III: Part 5 |
Type | TV |
Studios | Telecom Animation Film |
Premiered | Apr 4, 2018 to Sep 19, 2018 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.171 |
Duration | 22 min. per ep. |
This franchise is known for its high-octane entertainment.
And this installment specifically will be quite relatable for all of us.
After all, it deals with the internet. The show talks about Lupin getting his hands on some digital profit.
He will be having his share of the money by asking the payment gateway creator to let him have some of that cash.
Therefore, he is on the journey to get a hold of this creator.
However, things won’t go as easily as they may sound.
After all, Lupin is not the only one behind the profits.
And as the show progresses, we get to see more and more people perform the immoral for the sake of money.
This is going to be filled with excitement.
17. Gintama
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Gintama° |
Type | TV |
Studios | Bandai Namco Pictures |
Premiered | Apr 8, 2015 to Mar 30, 2016 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 9.091 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Gintama is known for its all-around nature. It has action, drama, comedy, tragedy, etc.
It’s a complete package. The show talks about a man named Sakata Gintoki.
He seems to be the guy for your odd job and will take care of it, regardless of how things go.
He doesn’t care about rules. And those who have invaded his planet have no control over him.
All he wants is to get some extra cash to make ends meet.
And this is also how he ends up making some unique friends.
This group is on its journey to find its next big project.
And when they do so, they will realize that this relationship is not as simple as they might expect.
If you haven’t watched Gintama yet, give it a try. You will love it.
18. Black Clover
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Black Clover |
Type | TV |
Studios | Studio Pierrot |
Premiered | Oct 3, 2017 to Mar 30, 2021 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.021 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
The anime community considers this anime to be one of the new big 3.
And to be honest, it deserves this recognition.
The show talks about a world where every individual born is a mage.
And all of them have a hold on magic. However, our boy named Asta is the only one with no magical prowess under his belt.
And he wishes to be the next wizard king. People laugh at him for his dreams.
However, fate makes it possible for him to get a hold of the magic.
And although he didn’t receive the best magic book in the world.
He received a unique one. Asta may not be able to do normal magic but fate might have given him the key to getting over Black Magic.
This is going to be fun.
19. Trigun
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Trigun |
Type | TV |
Studios | Madhouse |
Premiered | Apr 1, 1998 to Sep 30, 1998 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.231 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This show is filled with some extremely well-animated moments in its narrative.
Therefore, all of us should watch this anime at least once.
It talks about a guy named Vash The Stampede who has a bounty of 60 Billion on his head.
Yeah, 60 Billion. And as insane as it may sound, it is quite worthy of it.
After all, Vash is known for being a ruthless murderer who will put an end to everything that stands in his way.
However, there’s only one small problem with this. It’s that Vash isn’t exactly a murderer.
Despite his image on the outside, Vash is actually a really nice guy who just wishes to enjoy his life.
So what exactly is going on here? Well, you need to watch the show to find out.
20. Samurai Champloo
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Samurai Champloo |
Type | TV |
Studios | Manglobe |
Premiered | May 20, 2004 to Mar 19, 2005 |
Source | Original |
MAL Score | 8.501 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This anime belongs to the classics. And so, there’s no denying that it will give you some new experiences.
It talks about a girl named Fuu who used to work at a bar.
However, she ended up causing a battle between two samurai.
One of them is Mugen and the other one is Jin.
These two were the warriors who got into a battle and now the police are searching for them.
With nowhere to go, they decide to accompany Fuu on her journey to find the samurai who smells of sunflowers.
And as they do so, they will come across multiple people, gangs, and groups.
Things will be dealt with with a sword.
And soon enough, people will lose themselves in the action that this anime has to offer.
21. Black Butler
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Kuroshitsuji |
Type | TV |
Studios | A-1 Pictures |
Premiered | Oct 3, 2008 to Mar 27, 2009 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.711 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Black Butler is filled with Handsome men who will give an experience you can’t forget.
Therefore, it is important to give this anime a try, at least once.
The show talks about a boy named Ciel Phantomhive who may seem like a normal Gentleman at first.
However, he has bet his soul to Micheal Sebastian. And this makes him quite an interesting character.
You see, as time passes by, Ciel’s death comes closer.
And once it will hit the mark, his soul will be devoured by Micheal with a passion.
And even though they both know the end result, they spend their time with focus and determination.
This relationship gets more and more interesting.
And soon enough, we will get to see an intriguing example of character development in the show.
22. Dorohedoro
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Dorohedoro |
Type | TV |
Studios | MAPPA |
Premiered | Jan 13, 2020 to Mar 30, 2020 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.091 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
This anime might give you nightmares as well as stomach aches.
It talks about a world called Hole where Wizards show up to test their magic.
And let’s just say that this place is messed up, to say the least.
It doesn’t have any law or order. And so, people end up dying, every now and then.
Moreover, as the show progresses, we get to see some brutal accidents and events taking place.
These are the reasons why things never feel so good here.
And our main character Kaiman is on a mission here.
He wishes to figure out his own identity and get a hold of his past.
He knows nothing about himself. However, he is striving to his maximum to make sure that he remembers what he was before becoming a lizard.
23. Shijou Saikyou no Deshi Kenichi
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Shijou Saikyou no Deshi Kenichi |
Type | TV |
Studios | TMS Entertainment |
Premiered | Oct 7, 2006 to Sep 30, 2007 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.091 |
Duration | 25 min. per ep. |
This anime is known for its action and comedy.
Therefore, it was bound to appear on this list, no matter what.
It talks about a guy named Kenichi whose life was filled with pain, misery, and bullying.
He had nothing to look forward to. That is until a girl showed up.
And this girl will place Kenichi, on the path of Martial Arts.
Soon enough, he gets to learn special martial arts in a mysterious Dojo.
And as time passes by, he gets better at it.
Soon enough, he becomes an incredible warrior, and his life changes forever.
However, what makes him so special is nothing but his hard work, dedication, and skill.
There’s nothing more satisfying than watching a man with dedication take the crown.
24. City Hunter
Entity | Detail |
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Title | City Hunter |
Type | TV |
Studios | Sunrise |
Premiered | Apr 6, 1987 to Mar 28, 1988 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.921 |
Duration | 25 min. per ep. |
This show is just what it sounds like. An anime about a hunter from the cities.
However, in execution, it is a lot more appealing.
The anime talks about a guy named Ryo Saeba who is known for being the City Hunter.
He takes care of all the dangerous business of normal people.
And this allows him to be an exceptional individual for all kinds of activities.
His skills with weapons are a force to be reckoned with.
However, his skills with women are even more dangerous.
And so, it becomes crucial for Kaori to get a hold of him every once in a while.
Or else, he might end up reaching places she doesn’t want him to.
This series has some good stuff hidden in it. Give it a go.
25. Kill la Kill
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Kill la Kill |
Type | TV |
Studios | Trigger |
Premiered | Oct 4, 2013 to Mar 28, 2014 |
Source | Original |
MAL Score | 8.081 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This anime is filled with high-octane action along with some cultured scenes.
Therefore, it is important for us to give it a try at least once.
Kill la Kill is an original anime that focuses on a girl named Matoi Ryuko whose father was killed.
She is on a mission to find her father’s killer and to do that, she ends up at an academy.
Her intuition says that this academy has answers to all her questions.
And so, she steps in. However, the students happen to have supernatural powers, and reaching out to the student council president seems impossible.
That is until Ryuuko found her own supernatural power hidden in the corners of her house.
This is going to get really interesting.
26. Full Metal Panic
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Full Metal Panic! |
Type | TV |
Studios | Gonzo |
Premiered | Jan 8, 2002 to Jun 18, 2002 |
Source | Light novel |
MAL Score | 7.641 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This anime focuses on the life of two individuals.
First is our boy Sousuke Sagara who has been refined to be a soldier and was raised on the battlefield.
Next up is Kaname Chidori who is living her life like a normal girl in a normal high school.
However, things will start to get interesting when Sousuke will be assigned the task of caretaker Kaname.
She is a potent individual and her proper upbringing is important.
However, for someone who has faced war all his life, living in a normal school might not be the easiest task.
And that’s where all the fun begins. If you haven’t watched the anime, you should give it a try at least once.
That’s how good it is.
27. D.Gray-man
Entity | Detail |
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Title | D.Gray-man |
Type | TV |
Studios | TMS Entertainment |
Premiered | Oct 3, 2006 to Sep 30, 2008 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 8.041 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
The show talks about a guy named Allen Walker who seems to have received a curse.
His eye isn’t as normal as you might expect. And his life is even more complex.
Currently, he lives with only one goal in his mind.
And that is to put an end to Akuma. So what is Akuma?
Well, they are weapons created by Millenium Earth, an organization that seems to put an end to humanity.
Our boy Allen won’t let that happen and so, he is on his way to make sure that Millenium Earth is put to an end.
He meets more people who share the same dream and they all work together to achieve the goal.
However, as time passes by, some unforeseen mystery starts to surface.
28. FLCL
Entity | Detail |
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Title | FLCL |
Type | OVA |
Studios | Gainax, Production I.G |
Premiered | Apr 26, 2000 to Mar 16, 2001 |
Source | Original |
MAL Score | 8.031 |
Duration | 25 min. per ep. |
FLCL is pure randomness. And there’s no way anyone can deny that.
It does have a ton of action. However, it also has a ton of comedy as well.
And most importantly, it has a ton of hidden themes that require extreme concentration and knowledge from the viewer to figure out.
The series talks about a kid whose brother is in a foreign country now so his girlfriend stays with this kid.
However, as they spend time together, things start to get interesting between them.
And to make things even more interesting, a girl from the sky shows up and becomes close to this kid as well.
Moreover, this kid can somehow summon a giant mech from his head?
What? Yeah, told you it was all randomness.
29. Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha A’s
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha A’s |
Type | TV |
Studios | Seven Arcs |
Premiered | Oct 2, 2005 to Dec 25, 2005 |
Source | Original |
MAL Score | 7.981 |
Duration | 25 min. per ep. |
Just as the title suggests, this work focuses on Magical Girls.
Therefore, comedy is a given. However, what about the action?
Well, let’s take a look. The series focuses on a girl named Nanoha who heard the cries of a being from the outside.
She realized that the earth is in danger because of evil seeds that are scattered all around.
Therefore, she must seal all the 21 seeds to make sure that the planet is away from all the evil captured inside the seeds.
However, this isn’t as straightforward as it may sound. Fate has something else in store for our girl Nanoha.
And this approach is going to get a lot more complex and agitating as time passes by.
30. Kurenai no Buta
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Kurenai no Buta |
Type | Movie |
Studios | Studio Ghibli |
Premiered | 1992-07-18 00:00:00 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.961 |
Duration | 1 hr. 33 min. |
Porco Rosso is one of the most notable movies of its generation.
And there’s no denying that it has an incredible blend of action and comedy in its narrative.
It talks about a guy who was an elite pilot in his prime days.
However, things changed when he got cursed and turned into a pig.
After the world war, depression seems to be a major problem.
Therefore, aerial pirates are rising every day.
That’s when the services provided by this pig named Porco Rosso will be viable.
However, this isn’t going to be as simple as it may sound.
After all, this man has gone through a lot. And as time passes, things will get more and more difficult.
31. Eyeshield 21
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Eyeshield 21 |
Type | TV |
Studios | Gallop |
Premiered | Apr 6, 2005 to Mar 19, 2008 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.941 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
This anime focuses on the lifestyle that a football player experiences.
And this isn’t exactly the most relaxing work either. It talks about a guy named Sena who has been bullied all his life.
However, this turned out to be a blessing in disguise when he was changed from an errand boy to an elite football player.
How? Because he managed to become an extremely fast mover in his sport.
This is where the fun begins. Once a bullied kid is now going to compete against some of the strongest and most impressive football players of all time.
And as he does so, things might start taking shape for him and his sport.
This is what makes the anime so good.
32. Drifters
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Drifters |
Type | TV |
Studios | Hoods Drifters Studio |
Premiered | Oct 7, 2016 to Dec 23, 2016 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.921 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
This anime qualifies as an Isekai. However, unlike the other works, this one is a lot more action-focused and story-oriented.
It talks about a samurai named Shimazu Toyohisa who has been a part of an extremely important Battle Of Sekigahara.
He was fighting for his life and yet didn’t manage to succeed.
In the end, he got teleported to a completely new world.
Here, he has been placed alongside other legendary fighters of his realm.
And now, they all must fight each other, in order to survive and come out on top.
However, this isn’t going to be as easy as it may sound.
Every single person standing there is an elite warrior of his or her realm.
That’s what makes them worthy.
33. Bungou Stray Dogs
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Bungou Stray Dogs |
Type | TV |
Studios | Bones |
Premiered | Apr 7, 2016 to Jun 23, 2016 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.801 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
This anime is filled with some insane action scenes and characters.
Therefore, hardcore action fans must give it a try for sure.
It talks about a guy named Atsushi whose life turned upside down when he was expelled from his family.
Thereafter, he was sitting around a river when he noticed a man dying.
He decided to help him and that changed his life forever.
He is now part of an organization that involves some of the finest detectives.
And now, it’s up to Atsushi and his new friends to take care of all the mishaps in this city.
Maybe they all share a strong connection.
And this connection will trail all of them together and give us a case we have never seen before.
34. Tennis no Ouji-Sama
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Tennis no Ouji-sama |
Type | TV |
Studios | Trans Arts |
Premiered | Oct 10, 2001 to Mar 23, 2005 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.891 |
Duration | 22 min. per ep. |
The title seems to give you a good idea of what the anime is about.
I hope you like it. The show talks about the journey of a guy named Echizen Ryouma.
He is an incredible tennis player whose skills are no less than a prodigy.
However, because his father was a pro player, he has been living under his shadow for a while now.
It is up to him to get back on track and gain an image of his own.
And that’s exactly what he strives for in his new high school.
With his new teammates and incredible peer group, Ryouma will find a style of his own and put an end to the shadow that had been following him all his life.
This is what will change the game for him forever.
Let’s see how it goes for our boy.
35. Tiger & Bunny
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Tiger & Bunny |
Type | TV |
Studios | Sunrise |
Premiered | Apr 3, 2011 to Sep 18, 2011 |
Source | Original |
MAL Score | 7.921 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This is a mech-oriented version of My Hero Academia. At least that’s how you can oversimplify it.
The show talks about a city where heroes exist.
And they work their face-off to make sure that they can save people and eventually earn Hero points.
While solving cases is one way to earn Hero Points, having sponsors is also a way to get those rewards.
Therefore, every hero tries to work as efficiently as they can, with the power they have in order to stand at the top.
The show focuses on a hero named Wild Tiger who has suddenly decided to be with a rookie.
And this newbie seems to have a completely new idea about how things work for everyone in this world.
36. Beelzebub
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Beelzebub |
Type | TV |
Studios | Pierrot Plus |
Premiered | Jan 9, 2011 to Mar 25, 2012 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.891 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This anime is filled with a ton of cuteness and comedy.
However, action is also one of the most vibrant genres of the series.
It talks about a cute kid named Beelzebub who seems to be nothing different than a young version of Zoro.
However, in reality, he is a demon. More specifically, he is the young son of the Great Demon King.
Wow. And now, our main character Oga Tatsumi is engaged with him forever.
He is part of a juvenile school and stands as the strongest one there.
However, no matter how strong he is, he is still a human.
And that’s why the presence of this beast in the form of a kid is quite frightening for everyone in the anime.
Let’s see how it goes for our characters.
37. Durarara
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Durarara!! |
Type | TV |
Studios | Brain’s Base |
Premiered | Jan 8, 2010 to Jun 25, 2010 |
Source | Light novel |
MAL Score | 8.151 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Filled with high-octane action and a ton of fun, we have Durarara.
The show talks about a gang called Dollars. And this gang functions behind the curtains of Ikebukuro.
Our main cast is part of this organization and a lot of dangerous activities might be taking place in the background.
And as it does, things get even more interesting and fascinating.
The riders in the city are going to cause a ton of chaos.
And amidst all of that, the Dollar organization must strive their best so they can attain what they wish to without any hassle.
However, let’s just say that this city is not a place where things will work as fluidly as we might expect.
If you haven’t watched the anime, give it a go.
38. Spy x Family
In the intricate dance between Ostania and Westalis, where corruption and militaristic ambitions cast a shadow, a savvy operative, aptly nicknamed Twilight, fearlessly embarks on treacherous missions to shield children from the war’s grim realities.
Assuming the guise of Loid Forger, a respected psychiatrist in bustling Berlin, Twilight’s true mission involves covertly gathering intel on influential politico Donovan Desmond.
With the help of Yor Briar, a single city clerk posing as his pretend wife and the enigmatic orphan Anya playing their daughter, Twilight infiltrates the esteemed Eden Academy.
Juggling the facade of a harmonious family dynamic proves daunting, yet in the midst of their tangled web of deception, the Forgers discover that their bond of love triumphs over every artifice.
39. Soul Eater
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Soul Eater |
Type | TV |
Studios | Bones |
Premiered | Apr 7, 2008 to Mar 30, 2009 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.861 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
The name is quite self-explanatory if you ask me.
And let’s just say that the premise is also what you are expecting it to be.
The show talks about a school named Shibusen.
Here, a group of students studies in order to become Demon Hunters.
A guy named Maka happens to have a partner named Soul.
And this duo will take on the others using their combined power.
Soul can transform into a scythe whenever it wishes to.
And this allows Maka to have a strong weapon at his disposal all the time.
They must go on and focus on their academics, in order to make sure that they reserve their place as a demon hunter.
This is going to get very interesting very soon.
40. Igano Kabamaru
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Igano Kabamaru |
Type | TV |
Studios | Group TAC |
Premiered | Oct 20, 1983 to Mar 29, 1984 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.851 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
How will it feel to live in a completely new environment?
An environment where you can’t even breathe like you used to?
Well, that’s exactly what this anime deals with.
It talks about a guy named Kagemaru who is known for his appetite.
In fact, he is now known as Kabamaru because of his insane love of food and so, he has gained quite a lot of recognition.
Either way, he is an incredible ninja from the Iga province who has lost his grandfather.
Therefore, he decided to take the next step and move on with his life by migrating to Tokyo with one of his Grandfather’s acquaintances.
However, it won’t be easy for a Ninja to live a life like this one in a hi-tech city like Tokyo.
41. Kekkai Sensen & Beyond
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Kekkai Sensen & Beyond |
Type | TV |
Studios | Bones |
Premiered | Oct 8, 2017 to Dec 24, 2017 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.851 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
Focusing on the life of Leonardo Watch, the show talks about him getting one of the Strongest forms of eyes known as The All-Seeing Eyes Of The Gods.
However, to obtain that, he had to give up on his sister’s eyesight.
Soon enough, he migrated to a new region in order to take part in a special organization called Libra.
This group takes care of monsters and terrorists that are a threat to society.
And with Leonardo’s new powers, this is going to be quite interesting to watch and admire.
As you can see, the anime has a ton of action within its narrative.
And let’s just say that the comedy is hidden inside the story.
Watch it to find out.
42. Heartcatch Precure!
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Heartcatch Precure! |
Type | TV |
Studios | Toei Animation |
Premiered | Feb 7, 2010 to Jan 30, 2011 |
Source | Original |
MAL Score | 7.791 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This anime is for anyone who enjoys their magical girls’ shows.
Therefore, I bet you will like it one way or another.
The series talks about a timid girl named Tsubomi who has nothing to do with life, other than having a passionate outlook toward flowers.
Therefore, she decides to focus on them. However, soon enough, she gets involved in various activities that lead her to become a magical girl.
Moreover, as she becomes a magical girl, she comes across the truth of the evil organization and focuses on resisting them.
This might be the push that she needed in her life to come out as a stronger and better person in life.
This is where the fun begins.
43. Shaman King
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Shaman King |
Type | TV |
Studios | Xebec |
Premiered | Jul 4, 2001 to Sep 25, 2002 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.781 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
Shaman King is one of the classics when it comes to action-comedy.
Therefore, we can’t help but love it as it comes our way.
It revolves around the concept of Shamans and happens to focus on one of them.
He is a 13-year-old Shama who has an interesting teammate.
He is a samurai warrior spirit, known for having the strength to fight a ton of other evil spirits.
The work of this duo is to get across land by fighting other spirits.
And as they do so, they get closer and closer to the final destination.
What’s the destination? Well, read the title. It is to become the next Shaman King.
That’s why this anime will give you the goosebumps that you need.
44. Ueki no Housoku
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Ueki no Housoku |
Type | TV |
Studios | Studio Deen |
Premiered | Apr 4, 2005 to Mar 27, 2006 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.751 |
Duration | 23 min. per ep. |
Just by reading the synopsis, you will realize how entertaining and amazing this anime is.
After all, it has the element of action in Kgs within its narrative.
It talks about a tournament where God is the coordinator.
He had decided to ask all 100 candidates to select 1 middle schooler and give him or her a special, unique power.
Then, those middle schoolers will be competing in a battle.
And as they do so, they will be able to represent their respective God and have a chance at winning the tournament.
If they do, the respective God candidate will become the successor.
This is where all the fun begins. Because this is where imagination goes wild and beyond.
45. Pokemon
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Pokemon |
Type | TV |
Studios | OLM |
Premiered | Apr 1, 1997 to Nov 14, 2002 |
Source | Game |
MAL Score | 7.341 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This series needs absolutely no introduction. After all, it is one of the highest-grossing media franchises of all time.
It talks about a world where monsters exist in the form of pets. Many people are unaware of how frequently humorous this anime can be, especially when the perfect blend of the cutest Pokemon is included.
And they can also be used as subjects of training in order to compete in tournaments.
Ash Ketchum is our main character who is on the journey to become the Pokemon Champion.
However, this isn’t going to be easy. Since there are countless Pokemon and unreal numbers of Pokemon trainers, he would need to refine himself to become the absolute monster that he wishes to be.
And let’s just say that being the best, requires a lot more effort than any of us might expect.
46. Urusei Yatsura
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Urusei Yatsura |
Type | TV |
Studios | Studio Pierrot, Studio Deen |
Premiered | Oct 14, 1981 to Mar 19, 1986 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.681 |
Duration | 25 min. per ep. |
This anime will tell you the extent to which the series is willing to go to make sure that the viewers laugh.
It talks about a guy named Ataru Moroboshi who is known for being quite unlucky with his approach.
Things never go down properly when he is involved.
And that’s what makes him a subject of humor and entertainment from fans all around the globe.
For this series specifically, he is chosen to be a savior for the earth.
He must win a video game that will eventually save him and his planet from alien invasion.
If he fails, he is gone for good. However, if he succeeds, he will be able to save every single person he has met so far in his life.
This will be interesting.
47. Kekkaishi (TV)
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Kekkaishi (TV) |
Type | TV |
Studios | Sunrise |
Premiered | Oct 16, 2006 to Feb 5, 2008 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.621 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
An anime with a supernatural theme revolving around it.
However, it is just as good as the previous one.
Kekkaishi talks about a rival duo named Yoshimori Sumimura and Tokine Yukimura who are heirs of their respective families.
Both of them are magic users. More specifically, both of them are incredible barrier magic users known as Kekkaishi.
Therefore, even though they are rivals, they share a lot in common.
However, now they must get together in order to protect their own school.
Spirits are getting attracted to the sacred land and there’s no other way to deal with them than by stopping them.
This is going to be fun.
48. GetBackers
Entity | Detail |
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Title | GetBackers |
Type | TV |
Studios | Studio Deen |
Premiered | Oct 5, 2002 to Sep 20, 2003 |
Source | Manga |
MAL Score | 7.601 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This anime deals with a lot of supernatural stuff within its narrative.
And when it comes to action and comedy, the supernatural is a great theme to explore and utilize in the long run.
GetBackers specifically talks about a duo that has unreal powers under its belt.
And it is because of this power that they manage to do whatever they wish to.
This duo includes Ginji Amano and Ban Mido.
And although they can do a lot of crazy stuff with their ability, they decide to use it for some cash and start a repossession service.
This is where it gets interesting. Because as they meet other people, their former life changes into something completely different.
49. Akiba Maid War
Enamoured by the charm of maid cafes, Nagomi Wahira sets out to fulfil her dream by joining Ton Tokoton, a renowned establishment in Akihabara.
However, her idealized perception of maid cafes is shattered when she is tasked with an errand alongside fellow recruit Ranko Mannen, leading them into the midst of Akihabara’s violent maid wars.
Witnessing Ranko’s composed prowess in the face of armed adversaries, Nagomi realizes that the world of maid cafes is far more complex and intense than she imagined.
Struggling to reconcile her initial expectations with the stark reality before her, Nagomi embarks on a personal journey to rediscover the joy and meaning she once associated with the lives of maids.
50. DanMachi
Entity | Detail |
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Title | Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka |
Type | TV |
Studios | J.C.Staff |
Premiered | Apr 4, 2015 to Jun 27, 2015 |
Source | Light novel |
MAL Score | 7.601 |
Duration | 24 min. per ep. |
This anime belongs to the Isekai theme.
Therefore, a lot of you might have overlooked the beauty of it.
It talks about a guy who got teleported to a fantasy world.
And although this is pretty standard, he soon realizes that this world will have a ton of adventure in store for him.
He will eventually become a part of a guild.
And within that guild, he will have no choice but to reach out to dungeons and fight monsters.
However, these monsters won’t be easy opponents.
Plus, every dungeon that he will visit, will have a lot of other problems as well.
After all, there’s a reason why this anime is titled “Is it wrong to pick up girls in a dungeon”.