"Discover why this 2009 masterpiece consistently holds the top spot on global audience rankings."
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Apr 05, 2009 | 鋼の錬金術師 | |
| E2 | Apr 12, 2009 | はじまりの日 | |
| E3 | Apr 19, 2009 | 邪教の街 | |
| E4 | Apr 26, 2009 | 錬金術師の苦悩 | |
| E5 | May 03, 2009 | 哀しみの雨 | |
| E6 | May 10, 2009 | 希望の道 | |
| E7 | May 17, 2009 | 隠された真実 | |
| E8 | May 24, 2009 | 第五研究所 | |
| E9 | May 31, 2009 | 創られた想い | |
| E10 | Jun 07, 2009 | それぞれの行く先 | |
| E11 | Jun 14, 2009 | ラッシュバレーの奇跡 | |
| E12 | Jun 21, 2009 | 一は全、全は一 | |
| E13 | Jun 28, 2009 | ダブリスの獣たち | |
| E14 | Jul 05, 2009 | 地下にひそむ者たち | |
| E15 | Jul 12, 2009 | 東方の使者 | |
| E16 | Jul 19, 2009 | 戦友の足跡 | |
| E17 | Jul 26, 2009 | 冷徹な焰 | |
| E18 | Aug 02, 2009 | 小さな人間の傲慢な掌 | |
| E19 | Aug 09, 2009 | 死なざる者の死 | |
| E20 | Aug 16, 2009 | 墓前の父 | |
| E21 | Aug 30, 2009 | 愚者の前進 | |
| E22 | Sep 06, 2009 | 遠くの背中 | |
| E23 | Sep 13, 2009 | 戦場(いくさば)の少女 | |
| E24 | Sep 20, 2009 | 腹の中 | |
| E25 | Sep 27, 2009 | 闇の扉 | |
| E26 | Oct 04, 2009 | 再会 | |
| E27 | Oct 11, 2009 | 狭間の宴 | |
| E28 | Oct 18, 2009 | おとうさま | |
| E29 | Oct 25, 2009 | 愚者の足掻き | |
| E30 | Nov 01, 2009 | イシュヴァール殲滅戦 | |
| E31 | Nov 08, 2009 | 520センズの約束 | |
| E32 | Nov 15, 2009 | 大総統の息子 | |
| E33 | Nov 22, 2009 | ブリッグズの北壁 | |
| E34 | Nov 29, 2009 | 氷の女王 | |
| E35 | Dec 06, 2009 | この国のかたち | |
| E36 | Dec 13, 2009 | 家族の肖像 | |
| E37 | Dec 20, 2009 | 始まりの人造人間(ホムンクルス) | |
| E38 | Dec 27, 2009 | バズクールの激闘 | |
| E39 | Jan 10, 2010 | 白昼の夢 | |
| E40 | Jan 17, 2010 | フラスコの中の小人(ホムンクルス) | |
| E41 | Jan 24, 2010 | 奈落 | |
| E42 | Jan 31, 2010 | 反撃の兆し | |
| E43 | Feb 07, 2010 | 蟻のひと噛み | |
| E44 | Feb 14, 2010 | バリンバリンの全開 | |
| E45 | Feb 21, 2010 | 約束の日 | |
| E46 | Feb 28, 2010 | 迫る影 | |
| E47 | Mar 07, 2010 | 闇の使者 | |
| E48 | Mar 14, 2010 | 地下道の誓い | |
| E49 | Mar 21, 2010 | 親子の情 | |
| E50 | Mar 28, 2010 | セントラル動乱 | |
| E51 | Apr 04, 2010 | 不死の軍団 | |
| E52 | Apr 11, 2010 | みんなの力 | |
| E53 | Apr 18, 2010 | 復讐の炎 | |
| E54 | Apr 25, 2010 | 烈火の先に | |
| E55 | May 02, 2010 | 大人たちの生き様 | |
| E56 | May 09, 2010 | 大総統の帰還 | |
| E57 | May 16, 2010 | 永遠の暇(いとま) | |
| E58 | May 23, 2010 | ひとばしら | |
| E59 | May 30, 2010 | 失われた光 | |
| E60 | Jun 06, 2010 | 天の瞳、地の扉 | |
| E61 | Jun 13, 2010 | 神を呑みこみし者 | |
| E62 | Jun 20, 2010 | 凄絶なる反撃 | |
| E63 | Jun 27, 2010 | 扉の向こう側 | |
| E64 | Jul 04, 2010 | 旅路の涯 |
Franchise Status: Completed
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood remains a definitive pillar of shonen anime television, having concluded its influential run on MBS/TBS. The series stands as a rare example of a perfect adaptation, meticulously translating Hiromu Arakawa's manga into a visual masterpiece that balances high-stakes action with deep philosophical inquiries. Its legacy is rooted in its ability to handle complex themes like the cost of ambition, the trauma of war, and the moral weight of scientific progress without ever losing sight of the core bond between the Elric brothers. By grounding its fantastical alchemy in a world of political intrigue and personal sacrifice, the show transcends the typical boundaries of its genre to become a universal story about redemption and the human spirit.
The enduring status of the series as a rewatch staple stems from its impeccable pacing and the intentionality behind every character arc. Unlike many long-running series that suffer from narrative bloat, this production maintains a focused momentum that rewards viewers on subsequent viewings as they notice the subtle foreshadowing woven throughout the early episodes. Fans return to Amestris not just for the spectacular combat sequences, but for the profound emotional resonance of its conclusion, which provides a sense of closure that is seldom matched in the medium. It remains the gold standard against which modern anime is measured, continuing to attract new generations of viewers through its timeless storytelling and uncompromising artistic quality.
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