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Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Original title: Hagane no renkinjutsushi
  • TV Series
  • 2009–2010
  • TV-14
  • 24m
IMDb RATING
9.1/10
230K
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POPULARITY
307
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Romi Park and Rie Kugimiya in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009)
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Two brothers search for a Philosopher's Stone after an attempt to revive their deceased mother goes awry and leaves them in damaged physical forms.Two brothers search for a Philosopher's Stone after an attempt to revive their deceased mother goes awry and leaves them in damaged physical forms.Two brothers search for a Philosopher's Stone after an attempt to revive their deceased mother goes awry and leaves them in damaged physical forms.

  • Creator
    • Hiromu Arakawa
  • Stars
    • Kent Williams
    • Iemasa Kayumi
    • Vic Mignogna
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  • IMDb RATING
    9.1/10
    230K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    307
    22
    • Creator
      • Hiromu Arakawa
    • Stars
      • Kent Williams
      • Iemasa Kayumi
      • Vic Mignogna
    • 500User reviews
    • 16Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated TV #16
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 4 nominations total

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    Kent Williams
    Kent Williams
    • Narrator…
    • 2009–2010
    Iemasa Kayumi
    • Narrator…
    • 2009–2010
    Vic Mignogna
    Vic Mignogna
    • Edward Elric…
    • 2009–2010
    Romi Park
    Romi Park
    • Edward Elric…
    • 2009–2010
    Muriel Hofmann
    Muriel Hofmann
    • Edward Elric (Animax Asia dub)
    • 2009–2010
    Lili Troncale
    Lili Troncale
    • Alphonse Elric (Animax Asia dub)
    • 2009–2010
    Rie Kugimiya
    Rie Kugimiya
    • Alphonse Elric…
    • 2009–2010
    Maxey Whitehead
    • Alphonse Elric…
    • 2009–2010
    Travis Willingham
    Travis Willingham
    • Roy Mustang
    • 2009–2010
    Shin'ichirô Miki
    Shin'ichirô Miki
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    • 2009–2010
    Colleen Clinkenbeard
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    • Riza Hawkeye…
    • 2009–2010
    Fumiko Orikasa
    Fumiko Orikasa
    • Riza Hawkeye
    • 2009–2010
    J. Michael Tatum
    J. Michael Tatum
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    • 2009–2010
    Kenta Miyake
    Kenta Miyake
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    • 2009–2010
    Yûki Hayashi
    • Denny Brosh…
    • 2009–2010
    Caitlin Glass
    Caitlin Glass
    • Winry Rockbell…
    • 2009–2010
    Monica Rial
    Monica Rial
    • May Chang…
    • 2009–2010
    Megumi Takamoto
    • Winry Rockbell
    • 2009–2010
    • Creator
      • Hiromu Arakawa
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    Reviewers say 'Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood' is lauded for its intricate storytelling, deep themes, and well-developed characters. The animation, action sequences, and soundtrack receive high praise. However, some critics note pacing issues in early episodes and inconsistent tone. There are also complaints about underdeveloped side characters and occasional plot armor. Despite these flaws, the series is considered a must-watch for anime fans, offering a rich narrative and memorable experiences.
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    10miguelpassador

    This series teaches a class on how to count a story

    Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood is a masterpiece, it's one of the best series of all time and definitely the best animation I ever watched.

    Great action, voice acting and amazing animation. And the philosophy about this show is very powerful.

    Overall:9,4/10.
    10bestaloouc

    So well executed

    Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood is amazing, I love every minute, the characters are great all of them receive a nice development, the voice acting is amazing too both dub and sub are great, animation and the choreography are awesome.

    This is perfect series for anime and mainstream fans, just watch.
    10Carnivorous

    No complaints, seriously. FANTASTIC.

    Let's make one thing clear before I start this review, I have no experience with the previous incarnation of Fullmetal Alchemist. This series was my first foray into the world of FMA, & I must say, it is VERY excellent.

    First off, the series has a huge cast of interesting & unique characters. They are each quite different from each other, and act in different ways. The way the series elegantly manages all the character's developments and story lines is a feat in itself. The series also has a fantastically crafted plot, filled with action, humor, & tragedy. Despite its mainstream appeal, it still maintains a mature tone that really grabs you.

    The animation & art is top notch. You won't be getting any poorly edited sequences or grotesque looking art. The production values are great. I watched the series with the English voice track, and the dub did quite a good job. No complaints there. The soundtrack is excellent as well, particularly the opening & closing sequences that accompany each episode.

    It goes on for some 64 episodes, & maintains your attention the entire time. It even manages to close everything up in a satisfying manner. A fantastic series. This show will make you laugh, cry, and even get angry a few times.

    Loved it.
    10babydobabylo

    The best reboot

    Fullmetal Alchemist was originally made in 2003 and after 6 years he received one remake following the original Manga.

    While the first couple of episodes are done better in the original after the 12 episode the anime just blow up in one of the best writing adventure and history I ever seen. Every character receive a time to shine and the animation is fantastic even after 10 years.

    You probably gonna love this.
    10ppochlon03

    The Best Anime Ever

    Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood, I think is the best anime ever made.

    First of all the the voice cast were chosen to perfection every voice portrays the character as who the were meant to be.

    Secondly The Storyline was so well written compared to the first series. story flows wonderfully as we witness the journey the characters take and the many twists and turns that occur.

    Characterization was also excellent. once again I will mention the voices but also the way characters interact with the complex guidelines of the world they inhabit.

    And lastly the animation is very fluid no cheap faraway shots where the characters are talking but not moving which is used commonly(see Neon Genesis Evangalion).

    I will finish by saying that if you are going to watch one anime in the entirety of your life time Choose Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood.

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    • Trivia
      The official name for this show in Japan is "Fullmetal Alchemist" which was renamed as "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" in the English version. The reason for the renaming was to avoid confusing it with the first series which also shared the same title.
    • Alternate versions
      An alternate English dub was made by Animax Asia.
    • Connections
      Featured in Man at Arms: Elric's Spear (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood) (2014)
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    • Release date
      • April 9, 2009 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Japan
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    • Languages
      • Japanese
      • English
      • French
      • German
      • Portuguese
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • FMA Brotherhood
    • Production companies
      • Bones
      • Square Enix Company
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      • 24m
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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