Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin)
Anime: Complete | Manga: Complete
Humanity’s last remnants live behind massive walls to escape man-eating Titans. This series redefined modern anime with its shocking twists, political intrigue, and breathtaking action. Best for: Fans of Game of Thrones-style betrayals and giant-scale battles.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Anime: Ongoing (Season 4 + films) | Manga: Complete
After his family is slaughtered by demons, Tanjiro Kamado becomes a demon slayer to save his transformed sister, Nezuko. Famous for its movie-quality animation (by Ufotable) and heartfelt core. Best for: Emotional backstories, stunning visuals, and straightforward shonen action.

If you have never watched an anime or read a manga panel from right to left, these are your starting points. They are universally beloved for a reason: high production value, minimal "weird" cultural barriers, and incredible stories.

| Rank | Anime Title | Streams (estimated) | Platform(s) | |------|-------------|---------------------|--------------| | 1 | Jujutsu Kaisen S2 | 300M+ | Crunchyroll, Netflix | | 2 | Demon Slayer Swordsmith Village | 280M+ | Crunchyroll, Hulu | | 3 | Attack on Titan Final Chapters | 250M+ | Crunchyroll, Hulu | | 4 | Spy x Family S2 | 220M+ | Crunchyroll, Netflix | | 5 | One Piece (Wano arc) | 200M+ | Crunchyroll, Netflix |

Source: Parrot Analytics, MyAnimeList community data (2024).