Top 10 Anime/Manga Series that Went on Way Too Long
The Top Ten
1 Sazae-san
2 Doraemon
Doraemon is a fictional character in the Japanese manga and anime series of the same name created by Fujiko Fujio, the pen name of writing team Hiroshi Fujimoto and Motoo Abiko.
Doraemon is a fictional character in the Japanese manga and anime series of the same name created by Fujiko Fujio, the pen name of writing team Hiroshi Fujimoto and Motoo Abiko.
3 One Piece
One Piece is a manga franchise created by Eiichiro Oda. The manga has been adapted into an original video animation (OVA) produced by Production I.G in 1998, and an anime series produced by Toei Animation, which began broadcasting in Japan in 1999 and has aired 851 episodes to date.
One Piece is a manga franchise created by Eiichiro Oda. The manga has been adapted into an original video animation (OVA) produced by Production I.G in 1998, and an anime series produced by Toei Animation, which began broadcasting in Japan in 1999 and has aired 851 episodes to date.
4 Naruto
Naruto is an anime and manga franchise Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. The manga was later adapted into a television anime, which was produced by Studio Pierrot and Aniplex. It premiered across Japan on the terrestrial TV Tokyo and other TX Network stations on October 3, 2002. The first series lasted 220 episodes, while Naruto: Shippuden, a sequel to the original series, has been airing since February 15, 2007. In addition to the anime series, Studio Pierrot has developed eleven movies and several original video animations. Other types of merchandise include light novels, video games, and trading cards developed by several companies.
Naruto is an anime and manga franchise Naruto, created by Masashi Kishimoto. The manga was later adapted into a television anime, which was produced by Studio Pierrot and Aniplex. It premiered across Japan on the terrestrial TV Tokyo and other TX Network stations on October 3, 2002. The first series lasted 220 episodes, while Naruto: Shippuden, a sequel to the original series, has been airing since February 15, 2007. In addition to the anime series, Studio Pierrot has developed eleven movies and several original video animations. Other types of merchandise include light novels, video games, and trading cards developed by several companies. It should've just ended right after the Pain arc.
5 Pokemon
Pokémon, abbreviated from the Japanese title of Pocket Monsters and currently advertised in English as Pokémon: The Series, is a Japanese anime television series, which has been adapted for the international television markets. It was first broadcast in Japan on April 1, 1997, in the United States on September 8, 1998.
Pokémon, abbreviated from the Japanese title of Pocket Monsters and currently advertised in English as Pokémon: The Series, is a Japanese anime television series, which has been adapted for the international television markets. It was first broadcast in Japan on April 1, 1997, in the United States on September 8, 1998. Honestly, I would've been satisfied if it stopped before the climax of XYZ.
6 Initial D
7 Cardfight Vanguard
Cardfight Vanguard is a Japanese anime series based on a collectible card game of the same name. Premiering in 2011, the show revolves around characters who battle each other using the card game. The anime has been acknowledged for its strategic depth and intricate game mechanics. Cardfight Vanguard has spawned multiple seasons and has been adapted into various other media, including manga and an online game.
Cardfight Vanguard is a Japanese anime series based on a collectible card game of the same name. Premiering in 2011, the show revolves around characters who battle each other using the card game. The anime has been acknowledged for its strategic depth and intricate game mechanics. Cardfight Vanguard has spawned multiple seasons and has been adapted into various other media, including manga and an online game. After only 5/6 years of being on the air, it is somehow on its 9th season (Cardfight Vanguard G Z)! This franchise is the Alpha and Omega of anime!
8 Yu-Gi-Oh!
Yu-Gi-Oh! was aired from 2000 to 2004 in Japan, and 2001 to 2006 in the US. It continues where the Toei Anime Left off. When 10th grader Yugi Muto solves the Millenium Puzzle, Yami Yugi emerges, taking control of him to help his friends. In Duel Monsters, they mostly played children's card games because ...read more.
Yu-Gi-Oh! was aired from 2000 to 2004 in Japan, and 2001 to 2006 in the US. It continues where the Toei Anime Left off. When 10th grader Yugi Muto solves the Millenium Puzzle, Yami Yugi emerges, taking control of him to help his friends. In Duel Monsters, they mostly played children's card games because ...read more.
9 Jojo's Bizarre Adventure
Jojo's Bizarre Adventure is an anime and manga franchise originally written by Hirohiko Araki. It centers around the perilous journey of the members of the legendary Joestar bloodline.
Jojo's Bizarre Adventure is an anime and manga franchise originally written by Hirohiko Araki. It centers around the perilous journey of the members of the legendary Joestar bloodline.
10 Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha
Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha is a Japanese anime television series directed by Akiyuki Shinbo, with screenplay written by Masaki Tsuzuki, and produced by Seven Arcs.
Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha is a Japanese anime television series directed by Akiyuki Shinbo, with screenplay written by Masaki Tsuzuki, and produced by Seven Arcs. The series should've honestly ended right after StrikerS.
The Contenders
11 Neon Genesis Evangelion
Neon Genesis Evangelion, commonly referred to as Evangelion or Eva, is a Japanese animated television series produced by Gainax and Tatsunoko Production, and directed by Hideaki Anno.
Neon Genesis Evangelion, commonly referred to as Evangelion or Eva, is a Japanese animated television series produced by Gainax and Tatsunoko Production, and directed by Hideaki Anno.
12 Dragonball Z
Dragon Ball Z is a Japanese anime television series produced by Toei Animation. Dragon Ball Z follows the adventures of Goku who, along with the Z Warriors, defends the Earth against evil. The action adventures are entertaining and reinforce the concept of good versus evil. Dragon Ball Z teaches valuable character virtues such as teamwork, loyalty, and trustworthiness.
Dragon Ball Z is a Japanese anime television series produced by Toei Animation. Dragon Ball Z follows the adventures of Goku who, along with the Z Warriors, defends the Earth against evil. The action adventures are entertaining and reinforce the concept of good versus evil. Dragon Ball Z teaches valuable character virtues such as teamwork, loyalty, and trustworthiness. Good show but goes on forever.
13 Boku No Pico
Boku no Pico is an anime series of three OVA episodes created by Katsuhiko Takayama. It was released to DVD on September 17, 2006.
Boku no Pico is an anime series of three OVA episodes created by Katsuhiko Takayama. It was released to DVD on September 17, 2006. It only has three episodes! So, why is it on the list?
14 Galaxy Angel
15 Detective Conan
Detective Conan, also known as Case Closed, is a Japanese anime and manga series created by Gosho Aoyama that debuted in 1994. The series follows the story of a high school detective named Shinichi Kudo, who is transformed into a child after being poisoned and adopts the name Conan Edogawa. The show blends elements of mystery, suspense, and action as Conan solves cases while seeking a cure for his condition. Detective Conan has received critical acclaim and maintains a large international following.
Detective Conan, also known as Case Closed, is a Japanese anime and manga series created by Gosho Aoyama that debuted in 1994. The series follows the story of a high school detective named Shinichi Kudo, who is transformed into a child after being poisoned and adopts the name Conan Edogawa. The show blends elements of mystery, suspense, and action as Conan solves cases while seeking a cure for his condition. Detective Conan has received critical acclaim and maintains a large international following. This show could have been over if it focuses on the main plot. But no, they just had to have sappy romance, useless characters introduced and new cases every day. I gave up after 800+ episodes.
16 Fist of the North Star
Even in the first series, let alone it combined with the second series
17 GeGeGe no Kitaro
The GeGeGe no Kitarō anime, based on the manga series of the same name by Shigeru Mizuki, was produced by Toei Animation and aired on Fuji TV.
The GeGeGe no Kitarō anime, based on the manga series of the same name by Shigeru Mizuki, was produced by Toei Animation and aired on Fuji TV.
18 Fox Spirit Matchmaker
19 Katekyo Hitman Reborn!
Reborn!, known in Japan as Katekyō Hitman Reborn! (Japanese: 家庭教師ヒットマンREBORN!, Hepburn: Katekyō Hittoman Ribōn!), and also known as Hitman Reborn!, is an action-packed Japanese anime series. It is based on the manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Akira Amano.
The story follows the life of Tsunayoshi "Tsuna" Sawada, a hapless teenager who discovers he's the... read more
Reborn!, known in Japan as Katekyō Hitman Reborn! (Japanese: 家庭教師ヒットマンREBORN!, Hepburn: Katekyō Hittoman Ribōn!), and also known as Hitman Reborn!, is an action-packed Japanese anime series. It is based on the manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Akira Amano.The story follows the life of Tsunayoshi "Tsuna" Sawada, a hapless teenager who discovers he's the... read more
20 Inazuma Eleven
Inazuma Eleven (Japanese: イナズマイレブン, Inazuma Irebun) is a 2008 to 2011 Japanese anime television series based on Level-5's video game series of the same name. It aired on TV Tokyo from October 5th, 2008 until April 27th, 2011. A sequel called Inazuma Eleven GO, aired from 2011 to 2014. There are no official names for each of the seasons, and each season is started and ended with a recapitulation of the previous season and a recapitulation of the next season, respectively.
Inazuma Eleven (Japanese: イナズマイレブン, Inazuma Irebun) is a 2008 to 2011 Japanese anime television series based on Level-5's video game series of the same name. It aired on TV Tokyo from October 5th, 2008 until April 27th, 2011. A sequel called Inazuma Eleven GO, aired from 2011 to 2014. There are no official names for each of the seasons, and each season is started and ended with a recapitulation of the previous season and a recapitulation of the next season, respectively.
21 Bleach
Bleach is a Japanese anime series based on Tite Kubo's manga of the same name. Bleach adapts the first 54 volumes of Tite Kubo's manga series of the same name. In addition, 4 anime-original arcs were broadcast in-between and during the adaptations of original arcs of the manga. ...read more.
Bleach is a Japanese anime series based on Tite Kubo's manga of the same name. Bleach adapts the first 54 volumes of Tite Kubo's manga series of the same name. In addition, 4 anime-original arcs were broadcast in-between and during the adaptations of original arcs of the manga. ...read more.BAdd New Item