With the first season of Disney+ Obi Wan Kenobi ending today, you might be looking for something to fill that star wars zero until the premiere of Andor on August 31, 2022. Since you’ve probably rewatched every live-action title in the franchise, from The Mandalorian at star wars episode iv, why not try the anime? Here is a list of ten anime reminiscent of your favorite “galaxy far, far away”.
- Star Wars Visions
Star Wars Visions is an anthology series that captures the essence of star wars wwhile remaining authentic to anime storytelling. With Visions, Star Wars fans can expect an anthology series with familiar features like Droids, Storm Troopers, Jedi, and Mandalorians with an inventive animation twist. What makes it unique is that each of its nine stories is told through a different anime studio lens, creating space for diversity and boundless imagination. Let’s put it this way: If a samurai-sword-lightsaber battle set in ancient Japan sounds exciting, you’ll want to head over to Disney+ and binge on it right away.
- cowboy bebop
cowboy bebop is a space opera whose dramatic realism immerses you so deeply that you forget you are watching an animated series. Both star wars and bebop have a solid cult following thanks to their cinematic plots, stunning visuals, and bang-bang-shoot ’em-up action, earning them top honors in their perspective genres. cowboy bebop follows the Bebop crew (Spike Spiegel, Jet Black, Faye Valentine, Ed and their awesome furry sidekick Ein) as they travel through colonized space in the year 2071 in search of ransom bounties. bebopit is imaginative adventures on rigged planes – backed by its unforgettable soundtrack – will transition from star wars animate seamless.
- outlaw star
outlaw star is a futuristic 90s sci-fi anime known for its dazzling aesthetics, lovable characters, and captivating universe. outlaw star has a formula that star wars fans might recognise: a ragtag team embark on countless sci-fi missions and adventures as they travel across a galaxy without limits. Similar to star warssetting outlaw star has a major influence on its storytelling, with each planet having its own species and unique characteristics. star wars fans will appreciate outlaw star for its grand space battles, advanced weaponry, and non-stop action that makes fans wonder, “Why the hell did this only have one season?”
- space dandy
space dandy is a light version of the space adventure. Directed by Shin’ichirô Watanabe — the mastermind behind cowboy bebop – this sci-fi space comedy follows bounty hunter Dandy as he travels the galaxy in search of new races of aliens. With space dandyno two adventures are the same, and this self-contained experience is one of the themes that keeps people hooked on star wars spin-offs like those of 2016 Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
- Neon Genesis Evangelion
If you are looking for an anime that reflects the “dark side” of star wars saga, then you will love it Neon Genesis Evangelion. Neon Genesis Evangelion follows the story of Shinji Ikari, a teenager who must pilot an advanced humanoid robot (aka Evangelion) to save the fictional Tokyo-3 from an invading celestial species. This cinematic sci-fi has countless themes that reflect the star wars universe: advanced weaponry and technology, thrilling space combat, high-flying action-adventure and a complex story considered one of the most influential stories of all time.
- Knights of Sidonia
A lesser known anime, Knights of Sidonia is a futuristic sci-fi that focuses on space drama serving viewers with intense combat, impressive writing, and a plot that critics describe as “addictive.” Knights of Sidonia is set a millennium after the solar system was invaded by a shape-shifting alien species called Guana. With the Guana bent on destroying humanity, the last remaining humans are forced to take refuge in colonized ships among the stars, one of which is called Sidonia. After the Sidonia suffers a devastating attack at the hands of the Guana, it’s up to our hero Nagate Tanikaze and his crew of military pilots to face the evil celestial beings in a battle for the salvation of the human race. Its gripping underdog story, modernized weapons and technology, and violent action sequences are a recipe that will keep star wars fans enjoyed themselves for hours.
- Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion is considered one of the best anime of all time among viewers and critics. Code Geass is famous for its sleek soundtrack, melodramatic themes, and unpredictable twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The story takes place after Japan has been invaded and ruled by the mighty Holy Empire of Britannia, creating an atmosphere of destruction, violence and despair. Lelouch, a citizen of Britannia, is determined to overthrow the empire with the help of a manipulative superpower called Geass. What Happens is an epic anti-war story filled with suspense, heart-pounding mechanical action, and authentically developed characters that will have you constantly questioning your concepts of morality.
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