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Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

2009·Show
64Episodes in1Season·TV-14
95
MasterpieceGoodWatch score
IMDb9.1Rotten Tomatoes100%93%
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Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood fingerprint

Deeply emotional, masterful craft.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Cathartic and deeply moving

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Catharsis10
  • Family Dynamics10
  • Pathos9

Humor

Some sharp wit and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor6
  • Situational Comedy5

World

Fantasy, family, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion10
  • Rewatchability9
  • Dialogue Centrality8

Craft

Standout storytelling, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Narrative Structure10
  • Character Depth10
  • Direction9

Style

Standout score, editing, and cinematography

  • Music Composition10
  • Editing9
  • Music Centrality9

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About

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.
Epic Fantasy AdventureBrotherly BondPhilosophical DepthHigh-Stakes ActionEmotional CatharsisPolitical IntrigueMasterful StorytellingIconic SoundtrackMoral ComplexityRestoration and Redemption

Crew

Directed by:
Shuji Miyahara, Takahiro Ikezoe, Hiroshi Ikehata
Written by:
Hiroshi Onogi, Michihiro Tsuchiya, Shoutarou Suga
Produced by:
Hiroo Maruyama, Nobuyuki Kurashige, Norisato Yonai
Composed by:
Akira Senju

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood legally?

NetflixHuluCrunchyrollAmasian TV

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is included with a subscription to Netflix, Hulu, and Crunchyroll in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amasian TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood worth watching?

95
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 95/100 (IMDb 9.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood rated?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.

How many seasons does Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 64 episodes of about 25 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?

Critics100
Audiences92

Not quite. Critics rate Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood higher (100) than audiences (92). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood air?

It ran from 2009 to 2010 and has ended.

What language is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?

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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 storytelling tropes for Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, including Tear Off Your Face, Big "NO!", Chekhov's Gunman.