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Now and Then, Here and There

Now and Then, Here and There (Ima, Soko ni Iru Boku) is a 1999 anime series directed by Akitaro Daichi and written by Hideyuki Kurata. While trying to save an unknown girl, young Shuzo "Shu" Matsutani is transported to another world which may be the Earth in the far future. The world is desolate and militarized, and water is a scarce commodity.

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Young kids today don't know how good '80s anime and '90s anime really were. With the abundance of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-anime-on-netflix-v1/ranker-anime?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">new anime</a> that is available these days, sometimes it's nice to kick your feet back and check out some classic and nostalgic cartoons, so why not start with 80's anime and anime of the 90's? You've undeniably heard of some of these Japanese animated favorites — perhaps you even read the manga that may have preceded some of these entries. Here is our list of the best old school anime of all time, consisting of popular anime from 1999 and before.What was anime like in the 1980s and 1990s? Although&nbsp;the animation was a lot grainier and less crisp, series like Cowboy Bebop and Yu Yu Hakusho&nbsp;evoke that retro anime aesthetic and style that everyone loves. Plus,&nbsp;the stories were just as good as today's animes, with a multitude of animation styles and genres including horror, sci-fi, fantasy, romance, action, those for adults only and others fit for any audience, and plenty more.&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-cyberpunk-anime/reference">Cyberpunk anime</a>&nbsp;like Ghost in the Shell and Neon Genesis Evangelion are regarded as some of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-anime-series-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best anime</a> of all time, proving that memorable characters and a great plot are always superior over fancy animation. While there are a ton of great picks from the 2000s and later, it's clear that anime from the 80's and 90's anime titles are tough to beat in terms of quality. What's the first one you should throw on? Luckily, there's really something for everyone here, and many of these options are easier to access now than ever — with your preference of dubbed or English subtitles — through streaming services.Have you seen all of these early classics below? Which of these 1990's anime titles and '80s staples were your favorites? We want you to vote for the top series you love the most, but this list is also a great guide if you're looking to find some great vintage 80s and 90s <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-anime-series-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">anime shows to watch</a>. A few of these are movies and not TV series, such as Akira and Grave of the Fireflies. If you're a fan of Dragon Ball Z, definitely check out Fist of the North Star. The series was very influential in modern day <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-samurai-anime/ranker-anime?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">fighting anime</a>. You should also check out classics like&nbsp;Astro Boy&nbsp;which is considered one of the oldest anime series in the industry.

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With tons of new <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/upcoming-anime-2024/anna-lindwasser?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">anime coming out</a> every season, it's pretty much impossible to remember every show you see. Some shows have more staying power than others. No matter how old they get, anime fans aren't likely to forget&nbsp;Neon Genesis Evangelion&nbsp;or&nbsp;Cowboy Bebop, but the same can't be said for&nbsp;Time of Eve&nbsp;or&nbsp;Pandora Hearts.&nbsp;Of course, that's not to say that these forgotten anime shows are bad - in fact, they're actually a delight, though they lack time in the spotlight.&nbsp;Just like <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/obscure-and-weird-nickelodeon-shows/chris-abraham" target="_blank">obscure Nickelodeon shows</a>, the anime on this list&nbsp;aren't the first series that come to mind when deciding which anime to recommend. Take a look at&nbsp;this list of older shows that slipped your mind and remember how good they were!&nbsp;Depending on your feelings about the anime in question, it will be a nostalgia trip, or it will remind you of why you forgot it in the first place. Vote up the anime you seriously forgot existed, but had a lot of fun watching in the past.&nbsp;

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What happens after the end of the world? In each of these post-apocalyptic anime series on this list, the world has pretty much gone to hell. Since there are so many, we're ranking the best post-apocalypse <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-anime-series-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">anime of all time</a>, with the help of your votes. From <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/anime-like-attack-on-titan/ranker-anime?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">anime like Attack on Titan</a> where the world is dominated by man eating monsters, to Gurren Lagann where humans have lived underground for years, these anime all feature post-apocalyptic themes and settings. There's also Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, a colorful anime that contrasts the harshness of a zombie apocalypse. The characters in these shows aren't necessarily suffering or struggling to survive, but all live a dystopian society that deal with the world ending.Vote for your favorite post-apocalyptic anime below!

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Not sure what type of anime you're looking for? We've got you covered. Here's our collection of lists that feature anime of every niche sub genre you can think of.

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A common theme among&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-action-anime/ranker-anime?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">popular action anime</a> is that some kind of military force or army is often the driving force behind the show's story. From intricate uniforms in sci-fi wars like the gear in Attack on Titan to normal guys trying to get by in historical warfare, like Kingdom, there's a story for everyone. If you're a fan of these kinds of plot lines, then soldier up and help us vote on this list of the best military&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-anime-series-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">anime of all time</a>. Many of the anime on this list revolve around warfare and the ranks of an army or military, including&nbsp;Code Geass,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/all-full-metal-panic-anime-characters/ranker-anime?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Full Metal Panic</a>! and&nbsp;Strike Witches. However some of the shows listed here have a military in them, but don't strictly revolve around it.Fullmetal Alchemist, for example, follows Edward Elrich and his journey to find the Philosopher's Stone, all while showing him become a dog of the military and dealing with the higher ups that give him orders. The shows on this list include both older and new military anime, so vote for your favorites and watch them rise to the top!

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Looking for some hidden anime gems but feel like you've seen all the ones from the past decade? Sometimes, the most underrated anime recommendations come from earlier years. Many incredible anime from the ’80s, ’90s, and early 2000s never got the love they truly deserved.If you're into philosophical stories with jaw-dropping art, you'll love films like Angel's Egg and Belladonna of Sadness. In the mood for something more fun and light-hearted? Slayers is a hilarious parody of classic fantasy tales filled with lovable, quirky characters.These underrated anime classics have stood the test of time, even if they’ve been overshadowed by more popular titles. Which ones have you seen?

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You've just been Isekai'd into our Isekai anime collection...hopefully a truck wasn't involved. Check out all our lists here that rank everything related to Isekai anime!

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When you think of isekai, what are the first shows that come to mind? While everyone has a different knowledge base, many anime fans will think of well-known&nbsp;shows like&nbsp;That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Re:Zero, Sword Art Online,&nbsp;and&nbsp;The Rising of the Shield Hero. There&#39;s nothing wrong with enjoying what&#39;s popular, but sometimes you want to appreciate anime that&#39;s less well-known.&nbsp;With that in mind, we&#39;ll be counting down some underrated isekai anime that deserves more hype than they get.

Some of these series have been forgotten after debuting a decade or so in the past, like&nbsp;Escaflowne&nbsp;and&nbsp;The Twelve Kingdoms.&nbsp;But there are also modern series that didn&#39;t get the attention they should have, like&nbsp;Ascendance of a Bookworm and&nbsp;Grimgar: Ashes and Illusions.&nbsp;Vote up the anime that you&#39;d recommend to fellow fans, and vote down the ones you think should stay obscure.&nbsp;

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Consider this the ultimate guide to hidden gems in anime! Warning: you will have an even bigger backlog by the time you're done reading these lists.

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Some of the<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-popular-anime-today/ranker-anime">&nbsp;most popular anime</a> in recent years have been dark fantasy. From new shows in recent years like Dorohedoro to<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/anime-that-holds-up/anna-lindwasser">&nbsp;old-school series</a> like Wolf's Rain, the genre is a gold mine of some of the<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-popular-anime-today/ranker-anime?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">&nbsp;best anime out</a> there. On this list you’ll find the top underrated <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dark-fantasy-anime/anna-lindwasser?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">dark fantasy animes</a>, determined by your votes.The darkest underrated fantasy shows include Grimgar: Ashes and Illusions, an isekai where the characters find themselves in a frightening world where the chances of survival are little to none. The manga adaptation of&nbsp;Hell Girl&nbsp;is known for its unique plot and use of dark magic. There’s also Vampire Hunter D., a series where the main character lives in darkness, but tries to do good.No matter what you're looking for, if you're a dark fantasy fan, you'll find something here you'll love.

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Our collection of lists ranking the legit saddest moments in anime, whether it's the saddest goodbyes, the most depressing anime endings, or anything else that will leave you ugly crying.

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Anime has its fair share of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/anime-that-made-you-cry/crystal-brackett">heart-wrenching series</a> that leave people in pieces by the final episode, but&nbsp;the depressing anime here is more than just anime that makes you cry. These bleak anime series and films sit with you long after they are over, challenging your views and inviting existential questions that are guaranteed to linger.Anime in this vein&nbsp;grapples with complex philosophies of humanity, survival, and judgment.&nbsp;It&nbsp;can also examine issues closer to home for people, like&nbsp;depression and social anxiety. It's the job of anime like this to present hard, difficult truths, and it can leave you with lasting pangs of sorrow at the very mention of a character's name.The lessons and themes&nbsp;expressed in these stories may not be sparkly and hopeful, and the endings may be more bitter than sweet, but they remain grounded stories featuring the hardships and struggles many fans face on a daily basis. While they aren’t afraid to point out the negative, they do so with spectacular writing, outstanding animation, and extraordinary characters.&nbsp;They may leave you bummed out, but you won’t be disappointed.

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Are you ready to dive into a visual journey where the word "Now" isn't just part of the title, but a gateway to thrilling narratives and unforgettable characters? Welcome to our ultimate countdown of the best movies and shows with "Now" in their titles, ranked by none other than you - the fans. This isn't just any list; it's a fan-powered guide through some of the most captivating moments in entertainment history, all linked by a simple yet evocative word.Why focus on titles with "Now"? Well, it turns out that this little word packs quite the punch, often hinting at urgency, presence, or a pivotal moment in time. From edge-of-your-seat thrillers that keep you glued to your screen to heartwarming dramas that stay with you long after they end, each entry promises not only quality viewing but also an intriguing exploration of what "now" means within different storytelling contexts. It’s fascinating how three letters can set the tone for everything from action-packed escapades to introspective journeys.Compiled and ranked by votes, our list reflects what true movie buffs and TV fans really think about these now-titled treasures. Whether you're looking for something new to watch tonight or eager to see where your favorites ranked, this list has got everyone covered. So grab some popcorn as we count down through these must-watch titles that have captured hearts and imaginations across genres and generations.

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The Best Anime Starting With Every Letter

This ranked <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-anime-series-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">list of anime</a> beginning with the letter 'N' features a wonderful variety of anime that have gathered over 1.4 million votes collectively across Ranker, making them the most popular ‘N’ anime that exist today! It's not only a great reference for seeing every great ‘N’ name anime, it's also your opportunity to vote for the anime you think should be at the top and help others find their next favorite show.Naruto, with its expansive world and intricate character arcs, chronicles the life of Naruto Uzumaki, an ambitious ninja with dreams of becoming the leader of his village. It's one of those anime so ubiquitous that if you haven't seen it, it's almost hard to consider you an anime fan! Neon Genesis Evangelion also stands as a seminal work in anime history. This psychological drama set against an apocalyptic backdrop delves into complex themes through its troubled characters piloting giant mechs known as Evangelions.&nbsp;Additional engaging 'N' anime include No Game No Life, which follows sibling gamers transported into a world where conflicts are resolved through games; Nichijou, offering slice-of-life comedy with surreal twists; and Nisekoi, presenting a romantic comedy tangled in false love and yakuza family dynamics. &nbsp;

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