What exactly is an anime? For those unfamiliar with the phrase, anime refers to Japanese animation films with distinct qualities, most of which are based on the Manga series of comic books. Shinichiro Watanbe, Hayao Miyazaki, and the late Satoshi Kon transformed the landscapes of animation with their distinctively creative, dazzlingly ambitious masterpieces that stretched the medium’s bounds. Their ground-breaking, revolutionary works disrupted the medium’s cultural limits in ways that the world had never seen before. Not only Japanese people, but individuals from all around the world are becoming anime enthusiasts. You’ve come to the right location if you’re one of them or want to be one. Today, we’re going to compile a list of the top anime movies and episodes accessible on Hulu.
People currently choose to watch anime from the comfort of their own homes, thanks to the advent of internet streaming services. Netflix, unsurprisingly, has the most viewers, but Hulu isn’t far behind. So, if you want to watch anime with a group of friends, you don’t have to go to a cinema. You can just invite people over to your home and watch anime on your television or laptop. In any case, this list includes a variety of anime, ranging from love romances to coming-of-age tales to action thrillers. Here’s a list of some excellent anime available on Hulu.
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Akira (1988)
It’s time to see an anime film. ‘Akira’ is a classic anime film that is widely recognized as one of the best. ‘Akira’ was pivotal in influencing the way people thought about anime. The film lasts two hours and is quite entertaining. The narrative is fantastic and takes place in the year 2019. A psychic boy is proven to have caused an explosion in the year 1988. As a result, World War III broke out, engulfing Japan in disaster. In the year 2019, the government is working hard to restore peace, and Tokyo has been dubbed Neo-Tokyo. The city has deteriorated significantly, and it is now rife with gangs and crime. Shoutarou Kaneda is the film’s protagonist. He is the leader of the ‘Capsules,’ a biker gang that is continuously at odds with their rival group, ‘The Clowns.’ One day, Tetsu, Shoutarou’s friend, is involved in an accident caused by a psychic who has escaped from government custody. Tetsu begins to acquire his own abilities and is kidnapped by the government in order to prevent additional harm. It’s now up to Kaneda to save his pal.
Another (2012)
If you enjoy scary anime, ‘Another’ is a good choice. As the story progresses, you get the impression that you’re seeing an anime adaptation of ‘Final Destination.’ Believe me when I say that the structure is quite similar. However, the anime’s plot is completely different and has a mysterious vibe to it. Also, if you’re not a fan of gore, stay away. Kouichi Sakakibara is assigned to a Yomiyama town school. In class 3-3, he will continue his studies. However, this class contains some horrible mysteries that have engulfed the entire community. Misaki, a popular student, died in the school many years ago. Misaki was in class 3-3 at the time. The class was stunned and began to act as if Misaki had not died. This sparked a craze that has engulfed the pupils of class 3-3 and everyone associated with them like a curse. Kouichi discovers a girl named Mei Misaki who is treated as if she doesn’t exist by the rest of the class. When Kouichi comes near to her, though, chaos ensues.
Ansatsu Kyoushitsu (2015)
The anime ‘Ansatsu Kyoushitsu’ is a lot of fun. It appealed to me because of its lighthearted tone. It allowed me to take a break from work and focus on something completely different. The plot is fantastic. A beast wreaks havoc one day. It has a lot of power and chops down our lovely trees. The moon now has a permanent crescent on it. Now, unless something is done to subdue this beast, Earth will meet a same destiny. People are afraid, and the pupils of Kunugigaoka Middle School are in charge. Especially the children in the school’s class 3 -E. They’ve been assigned the mission of assassinating the beast, but it seemed impossible. The creature is capable of flying at speeds of up to Mach 20. It’s also quite capable. However, in an unusual turn of events, the creature becomes a teacher at Kunugigaoka Middle School, where he begins instructing children in class 3-E and training them to be assassins in order to eventually catch him. In addition, the monster turns out to be an excellent instructor. Will the pupils be able to save the world from this monster before it’s too late?
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Ao no Exorcist (2011)
‘Ao no Exorcist’ is a Japanese horror film about demons, satans, and, of course, exorcists. It follows the same pattern as ‘Naruto,’ but with a completely different plot. It is about a youngster who is initially frightened because of his power, but who gradually convinces people to believe in him because of his charisma. The anime takes place in a world where humans and demons coexist in a parallel universe. Demons can only enter the human world through possession. Satan, the demon ruler, wishes to conquer the human world, but in order to accomplish so, he requires a flawless vessel that he can take and use to invade the human world. Rin Okumura turns out to be Satan’s offspring. He is first unaware of the truth and goes about his daily routine. However, one day he is attacked by a demon, and everything changes. Rin discovers the truth about himself, but refuses to join Satan. As a result, he resolves to train as an exorcist in order to defend his world and destroy Satan.
Boku no Hero Academia (2016)
This is a must-see for any fan of the superhero genre of anime. The plot is fantastic, and the characters are equally so. ‘Boku no Hero Academia’ has visually stunning fight scenes that keep spectators interested. This series was a lot of fun to watch. The anime’s story takes place in an universe where humans have developed to have quirks, which are essentially supernatural abilities. With enormous power comes terrible adversaries, and you need badass heroes to keep the peace. Being a Hero and catching the evil guys has become an everyday job. Midoriya aspires to be a Hero as well, but he is one of the few humans that is devoid of quirks. But then something happens that propels him into the ranks of the greatest heroes.
Cowboy Bebop (1998)
Every once and again, there is an anime that has a completely new feel to it. It never feels like you’re watching an anime when you’re watching ‘Cowboy Bebop.’ It’s not like any other anime you’ve seen before. It can feel like you’re watching a Hollywood series or movie at moments, and it can also feel like you’re watching a standard anime at other times. The anime is set in the year 2071 in a futuristic version of the universe. Humans have colonized other planets around the solar system, leaving Earth in ruins. A unique police agency known as the Inter Solar System Police Force was developed to ensure order in such a huge civilisation. However, maintaining peace in such a large territory is difficult, and you will require assistance. Bounty hunters are individuals that assist the legal system by apprehending criminals who break the law. The anime follows a crew of bounty hunters aboard the Bebop starship. Join them on a journey through the solar system.
Death Note (2006)
‘Death Note’ is an excellent suspense anime. The plot revolves around a mysterious notebook known as the ‘Death Note.’ The book possesses a unique ability. If someone writes a name on the notebook’s pages, that person will die. On the grounds of his high school, Light Yagami discovers a Death Note. He goes on a killing spree after discovering the book’s abilities, killing criminals and attempting to rid the world of evil. He is quickly pursued by authorities, particularly a detective named L, who proves to be a genius in his area.
Hunter x Hunter (2011)
Anime ‘Hunter x Hunter’ is of the adventure genre. It’s a lot of fun, and young adults will love it. The plot is adequate, and the characters are compelling. Gon and Killua are the series’ primary protagonists. Gon aspires to follow in his father’s footsteps as a hunter. Hunters are professionals in the universe of ‘Hunter x Hunter,’ who perform specific tasks such as security, searching for rare artifacts, exploring new areas, and more. Gon hasn’t seen his father in a long time and hopes to find him by becoming a hunter. However, being a hunter is a difficult task. He must pass a series of tests that will put his persistence and strength to the test. He befriends a youngster named Killua throughout the tests. Killua is a gifted assassin who comes from a family of assassins. He joins Gon on his voyage and embarks on an exciting journey. They work hard to improve their strength and deal with a variety of hazards.
Naruto Shippuden (2007)
‘Naruto Shippuden’ was a fun show to watch. The series is a sequel to ‘Naruto,’ which is one of the most successful anime series. The plot is straightforward. Naruto has been training hard with Jiraya and giving it his best to become powerful and extraordinary by the end of the Naruto series. The events of this series take place two years after the events of the first. Naruto has completed his training and returned to Kono na, his hometown. His stature has increased, and his demeanor has evolved into one of determination and decency. But hold on a second. He appears to have developed a lot more seductive jutsu that he has to teach to his juniors. Yes, he has become stronger, but Naruto has remained the same. This series is chock-full of great and powerful enemies who will put Naruto to the test. Which implies we’ll have more fun, right?
One Piece (1999)
‘One Piece,’ a pirate-themed adventure genre anime, is up next. This anime is insanely long. It’s still going strong, with content spanning two decades. I’m still in the middle of everything (hope to reach the end soon). Monkey D. Luffy is the main character of the anime. He is the leader of the straw hat pirates, and his goal is to become the pirate king by claiming the secret wealth known as One Piece, which was left by the former pirate king, Gol D. Roger. Gol D. Roger was a notorious pirate who was apprehended by the authorities. He divulged the treasure’s secret before his death. There are rare fruits known as devil fruits in this series that give their users special abilities. Monkey D. Luffy ate one of the devil fruits and gained weird abilities as well. He has the ability to extend his arms and legs to a great distance. During combat, this skill of his comes in helpful. Join the Straw Hats Crew as they set sail and go on exciting adventures.
One Punch Man (2015)
Man, ‘One Punch Man’ was one of the best superhero anime I’ve seen in a long time. It’s lighthearted, amusing, and chock-full of over-the-top action sequences, and the greatest part is that it does all of this while making fun of itself. I enjoy parodies, and ‘One Punch Man’ is one of my favorites. The protagonist of this anime is Saitama, who obtained superhuman abilities after following an apparently regular training routine for a year. Saitama has grown to the point where he can defeat any opponent with a single punch. Even a single punch is excessive. If you’ve seen the anime, you’ll understand what I’m talking about. His attack thoroughly devastates his opponent, causing them to disintegrate. This irritates him greatly because he is unable to battle to his full potential. For a long time, Saitama aspired to be a superhero. Genos approaches him and expresses his desire to become his student. They give the superhero exam together. However, the results are surprising, as Saitama is a C class hero while Genos is supposed to be a S class hero.
Tokyo Ghoul (2014)
‘Tokyo Ghoul’ is an entertaining horror/action anime. The first two seasons of this series were fantastic. They were fantastic and kept me hooked to the television. I didn’t appreciate the third season as much as the previous two, and I felt there wasn’t much going on in the series. Aside from that, this is a fantastic series to watch. The anime is set on a world where Ghouls are extremely real and consume human flesh. The primary character in this anime is Kaneki. He begins a relationship with a lovely young lady. But his luck runs out when this girl turns out to be a ghoul and assaults him. Kaneki is saved by transplanting the girl’s organs after this attack injures him. But now Kaneki has turned into a Ghoul, or more accurately, a half-human, half-hybrid Ghoul. Later, he discovers that a special task force has been established to hunt down ghouls. Kaneki now needs to save himself from both the human and ghoul worlds.
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