The Anime It has been through a real revolution in the last 20 years. What was previously seen in specialized channels or in night transmissions, today reaches millions of screens simultaneously throughout the world thanks to streaming. With each decade, new titles are added to the list of phenomena that attracted not only otakus at heart, but also viewers who had never stepped on this terrain.
But among so many incredible series, what are the ones that really dominated the conversation and accumulated massive audiences? Here we bring you the ranking of the most viewed anime of the last two decades.
9. Spy x Family
A spy, a murderer and a telepath girl who pretends to be her daughter. That premise was enough to convert Spy x Family In one of the most watched series of the last decade. With light humor, tender moments and action scenes worthy of any shonen, the anime knew how to connect with all kinds of audiences. Anya, the little telepath, became a phenomenon of memes on social networks and helped the series reach even those who had never seen anime before.
8. Anime: Chainsaw Man
when it premiered, Chainsaw Man It seemed destined to divide opinions, but the truth is that no one could ignore it. With a visceral, bloody and cheeky style, Mappa turned the story of denji and pochita in a global phenomenon. The animation, the fights, the sticky opening and the irreverence of its characters made it a magnet for views on platforms. Although there are controversies between fans about whether or not it met expectations, the truth is that it was one of the most consumed and commented animes of recent years.
7. Anime: The Apothecary Diaries
This title was the big surprise. A historical anime, full of intrigue, traditional medicine, and a mystery in each episode, seemed something too specific to succeed on a large scale. But MAOMAO, Its protagonist won the affection of the public with his intelligence, sarcasm and charisma. The word of mouth was so powerful that in a matter of weeks it became one of the most watched anime in Asia and, thanks to streaming, in the West it also skyrocketed. It is proof that not everything has to be fights and superpowers to attract millions of views.
6. Jujutsu Kaisen
He enters the scene as the natural heir to the modern shonen. With Yuji Itadori, , Megumi, , Nobara and the almighty GOJO, , Jujutsu Kaisen He mixed brutal fights with a spectacular visual section. Shibuya’s arc became a global trend every week, and its animation carried the industry’s rod even higher. It is one of the most watched and discussed anime today, and its popularity does not seem to drop.
5. Anime: My Hero Academia
If we talk about phenomena that marked time, My Hero Academia He deserves to be here. With the shonen formula mixed with superheroes, the story of Deku and the students of the U.A. It became a global phenomenon. The first seasons dominated conversations in forums, conventions and social networks. It may have less strength today than its peak, but its millions of views put it among the most consumed anime of the last 20 years.
4. Dragon Ball Super
Goku and vegeta They never left, they just evolved. Dragon Ball Super He kept alive the legacy with arches that included new gods, universes and transformations. The Power Tournament was one of the most watched anime events in recent history, with millions of fans following it at the same time around the world. the franchise Dragon Ball He proved again that he is untouchable when it comes to audience.
3. Demon Slayer (Kimetsu no Yaiba)
The anime that redefined the last decade. Since it premiered in 2019, Demon Slayer broke all records. Episode 19 was a viral phenomenon that attracted millions of new fans, and the movie Mugen Train It became the highest grossing in the history of anime. With each season, the story of Tanjiro and Nezuko It continues to attract massive audiences and consolidate its place as one of the most watched titles of all time.
2. Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin)
Few animes have generated as much global impact as Attack on Titan. Since its debut in 2013, each season was a global event. The mystery of the Titans, the crudeness of their battles and the narrative turns turned each episode into a topic of conversation on social networks. Even its controversial ending to many was seen by millions around the planet. It is the anime that most marked an entire generation.
1. One Piece
the absolute king. With more than two decades on the air, one piece Not only has it been maintained, but it has grown in audience constantly. the story of Luffy And the Straw Hats achieved what seemed impossible: keeping millions of people hooked on more than 1000 episodes. bows like Marineford, , Wano and Egghead They fired the audience at ridiculous levels. And with the Netflix live-action boom, its popularity exploded even more. no doubt, one piece It is the most watched anime of the last 20 years.
In two decades, the anime went from being for a few to becoming a global culture. These titles not only dominated the screens, they also marked generations and expanded the genre like never before. New series may come that try to dethrone these giants, but for now, their reign in view and popularity is indisputable.
