Top 10 Anime Series Not Based on Manga

Sk8 The Infinity

The 12-episode sports anime follows the story of Reki Kyan and Langa Hasegawa as they participate in an underground skateboarding event in an abandoned mine.

Cowboy Bebop

Cowboy Bebop follows the story of Spike Spiegel and his team of bounty hunters. The unique 90s anime has only 26 episodes but tells an impactful story.

Code Geass

Code Geass, a sci-fi anime series with political commentary, follows the story of Lelouch, who wants revenge on the nobles for what they stole from him.

Puella Magi Madoka Magica

Puella Magi Madoka Magica is not another average magical girl anime. It has a dark narrative and chaotic twists.

Samurai Champloo

The series follows the adventures of the trio, Mugen, Jin, and Fuu, as they travel across Edo-era Japan in search of a samurai who smells like sunflowers.

Violet Evergarden

Violet, a war veteran, tries to reintegrate into society. The series questions humanity, war, and trauma.

Death Parade

The melancholic anime uniquely presents Quindecim, the realm between life and death. Decim, the place's owner, judges souls through a series of games and trials to decide whether or not they're worthy of moving ahead.

Psycho-Pass

The morally ambiguous psychological anime series questions the definition of good versus evil and criticises the corrupt justice system.

Durarara!!

Durarara, based in Ikebukuro, a strange city with stranger people, is a tough-to-explain anime. Mikado, the de-facto lead of the show, is the most 'normal' person in town, but his quirks are too crucial to brush under the rug.

Paranoia Agent

The early 2000s psychological classic follows the story of Lil Slugger, a serial killer, his psyche, and his impact on Musashino City.