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Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

2009 – 2010Show1 season64 episodesTV-14

Action & AdventureAnimation
95
MasterpieceGoodWatch score
IMDb9.1Rotten Tomatoes100%93%

A cathartic, nerve-racking animated series about fantasy and family, with standout score and world-building.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want to half-watch while scrolling · you want something quiet and calm

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Episodes

1 season · 64 episodes · best: S1E62 "Seizetsunaru hangeki" 9.7

Episodes

8.5

Story

For what could equal the value of a human soul?

Disregard for alchemy’s laws ripped half of Edward Elric’s limbs from his body and left his brother Alphonse’s soul clinging to a suit of armor. To restore what was lost, the brothers seek the Philosopher’s Stone. Enemies and allies – the corrupt military, the Homunculi, and foreign alchemists – will alter the Elric brothers course, but their purpose will remain unchanged and their bond unbreakable.

Feels like

  • Epic Fantasy Adventure
  • Brotherly Bond
  • Philosophical Depth
  • High-Stakes Action
  • Emotional Catharsis
  • Political Intrigue
  • Masterful Storytelling
  • Iconic Soundtrack
  • Moral Complexity
  • Restoration and Redemption

Cast

24 of 134 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Takahiro Ikezoe, Shuji Miyahara, Hiroshi Ikehata
Written by
Hiroshi Onogi, Michihiro Tsuchiya, Seishi Minakami
Produced by
Hiroo Maruyama, Ryo Oyama, Nobuyuki Kurashige
Music by
Akira Senju

Everyone

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Facts

April 5, 2009 · July 4, 2010 · Ended

First aired
April 5, 2009
Last aired
July 4, 2010
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 64 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Suicide Themes
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
70 countries

Tropes

Tear Off Your Face, Big "NO!", Chekhov's Gunman +9

  • Tear Off Your Face
  • Big "NO!"
  • Chekhov's Gunman
  • Heroic Bastard
  • Life-or-Limb Decision
  • Freudian Trio
  • One-Winged Angel
  • Say My Name
  • Love at First Punch
  • Official Couple
  • Would Not Shoot a Good Guy
  • Code Name

12 of 841 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?"

Questions about Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?

NetflixHuluCrunchyrollAmasian TV

In the United States, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood streams on Netflix, Hulu, and Crunchyroll, and it is free with ads on Amasian TV. It also streams in 67 other countries.

Is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood worth watching?

95
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 95 (IMDb 9.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%).

Is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

Yes: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Can I half-watch Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for complexity and 9 for philosophical.

Is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.

What tropes does Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood use?

Tear Off Your FaceBig "NO!"Chekhov's GunmanHeroic BastardLife-or-Limb DecisionFreudian TrioOne-Winged AngelSay My NameLove at First PunchOfficial CoupleWould Not Shoot a Good GuyCode Nameand 829 more

TV Tropes lists 841 tropes for it, including Tear Off Your Face, Big "NO!", and Chekhov's Gunman.