Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Synonyms: (2009) الخيميائي المعدني الكامل · FMA · FMA (2009)

★ 9.1

TypeTV

Episodes64

StatusFINISHED

AiredSpring 2009

Episode Length24 min

Studiobones inc.

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About Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

★ 9.1 · 64 Episodes · TV · action, adapted into japanese movie

Bones Inc. delivered a masterclass in shounen adaptation with this 2009 series. Holding a massive 9.1 score, the 64-episode run follows two young brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, who pay a terrible physical price for attempting a forbidden alchemic ritual to bring their mother back to life. Seeking a way to restore their bodies, they join the state military as alchemists, hunting for a legendary artifact. What sets the story apart is how it balances wild action and imaginative alchemy with grounded, somber anti-war themes. Set in a sprawling alternative world that mixes early 20th-century aesthetics with magical science, the narrative meticulously ties together political corruption, human cost, and family bonds. The pacing rarely stumbles across its lengthy run, bringing the Elrics' journey to a universally praised close.

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Should You Watch It?

👍You May Like It If

You may like it if you want a long-running action series with a flawless ending.
You may like it if you enjoy magic systems with strict rules and equal exchange.
You may like it if deep political conspiracies and anti-war messages appeal to you.

👎Maybe Skip It If

Maybe skip it if you prefer slice-of-life over heavy emotional drama.
Maybe skip it if high-stakes tragedy and character deaths upset you.

✦ Experience Level: Easy to Get Into