The Best Anime Series of 2024 You Should Watch

Anime fans, update your watchlist! 2024 has been a great year for anime, with amazing series in various genres. Be it action, fantasy, slice-of-life, or mind-bending stories, there is something for everyone. Here are the top 10 best anime series of 2024 that you should see.

1. The Elusive Samurai (Crunchyroll)

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This is set in Old Japan, and it tells the story of a young samurai who struggles to survive in these hard times. With its beautiful scenery and exciting battles, this is a must-watch for any fan of historical television shows.

2. Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction (Crunchyroll)

Photo: Inio Asano/Shogakukan/DeDeDeDe Committee

From the creators of Inio Asano comes a special anime, mixing the everyday life stories with the coming alien attack. Make the different feelings between normal life and a looming disaster the most memorable one.

3. Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! (Crunchyroll)

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A lot of jokes about typical romance stories in this fun romantic comedy. Full of laughter, emotion, and a series of strange characters stealing the show.

4. Sound! Euphonium Season 3 (Crunchyroll)

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The long-awaited third season of Sound! Euphonium is about high school band members trying to be great musicians. Its touching stories and amazing musical performances still stand out.

5. Brave Bang Bravern (Crunchyroll)

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This exciting anime shows a world of heroes and villains, where fights are not about strength but about smart planning. Those who enjoy superhero and shounen series are really going to like it.

6. The Apothecary Diaries (Crunchyroll)

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In an imperial court, this anime follows the story of a young, intelligent apothecary as she uses her intelligence and knowledge of medicine to solve mysteries. The detail in the storytelling makes it great for fans of history and intrigue.

7. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (Crunchyroll)

Photo: Kanehito Yamada, Tsukasa Abe/Shogakukan/“Frieren” Project

This is a fantasy story about what happens after the adventure ends, about an elf mage reflecting on her past. It is a heart-touching, well-animated series that stays in your mind long after it finishes.

8. Dan Da Dan (Netflix, Crunchyroll)

Photo: Yukinobu Tatsu/SHUEISHA, DANDADAN Production Committee

Supernatural collides with high school in this stirring anime that blends action, comedy, and suspense. An interesting story with special characters will make it a highlight in the year.

9. Yatagarasu: The Crow Doesn't Choose Its Commander (Crunchyroll)

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 This philosophical, action-filled series explores themes of destiny and free will through the lens of a raven spirit bound to its master. A fresh take on fantasy anime, it's both thought-provoking and entertaining. 

10. Delicious in Dungeon (Netflix) 

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What if dungeon crawling also meant cooking up some gourmet food? This anime puts a delicious twist on the fantasy genre by marinating mouth-watering foods with the thrill of adventure in perilous dungeons.

These 10 anime series have made the year 2024 great for any fan around the world. From Crunchyroll to Netflix, the contents are well loaded, ready to entertain viewers with lots of content. Get ready for something exceptionally special in this year's lineup, from touching dramas all the way to thrilling actions.