“Write our best anime of all time list,” they said. “You’re a massive weeb, so it’ll be easy!” They said. Well, while I can confirm that I personally have been locked into the art form since somewhere between watching Spirited Away and ‘Bye, Bye Butterfree’ at an impressionable age, summing up the best anime series and anime films in 10, to the point entries is no less daunting.
So this humble connoisseur has attempted to select anime that inspires, with each entry offering something to chew on creatively. Whether you’re a words nerd storyteller like me, or an animator looking to hone your craft, you’re likely to find a light bulb moment below. Speaking of, if you’re on the hunt for more inspiration, then take a look at our best animation software guide (or if you just want to find your feet, read our best free animation software guide). If you want to create anime-style character designs, read our Procreate tutorials for advice.
