Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
9.0TV25 min64 epsSpring 2009Finished

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Synopsis

"In order for something to be obtained, something of equal value must be lost." Alchemy is bound by this Law of Equivalent Exchange—something the young brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric only realize after attempting human transmutation: the one forbidden act of alchemy. They pay a terrible price for their transgression—Edward loses his left leg, Alphonse his physical body. It is only by the desperate sacrifice of Edward's right arm that he is able to affix Alphonse's soul to a suit of armor. Devastated and alone, it is the hope that they would both eventually return to their original bodies that gives Edward the inspiration to obtain metal limbs called "automail" and become a state alchemist, the Fullmetal Alchemist. Three years of searching later, the brothers seek the Philosopher's Stone, a mythical relic that allows an alchemist to overcome the Law of Equivalent Exchange. Even with military allies Colonel Roy Mustang, Lieutenant Riza Hawkeye, and Lieutenant Colonel Maes Hughes on their side, the brothers find themselves caught up in a nationwide conspiracy that leads them not only to the true nature of the elusive Philosopher's Stone, but their country's murky history as well. In between finding a serial killer and racing against time, Edward and Alphonse must ask themselves if what they are doing will make them human again... or take away their humanity. (Source: MAL Rewrite)

Alternative Titles

鋼の錬金術師 FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST

FMA

FMAB

Hagaren

الخيميائي الفولاذي

אלכימאי המתכת: אחוות אחים

Reviews(25)

Garboasaboy55%

O shõnen dessa geração.

PARADOX10171%

Watch this show like really it's a must watch. Everything here was just flawless.

taven70%

Do not watch this if you're new to anime.

Interleukin32%

Let's talk about the mess that is Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood.

TheRealKyuubey39%

Is it as good as FMA '03? no. But it's still pretty good.

ItIsIDio54%

If you seek to be introduced to anime as a form of media, Fullmetal Alchemist is a good choice to start with.

hiddenhokage65%

Is it worthy of its number one spot? I wouldn't say so. Top ten, however? Yeah, definitely.

cital0pram41%

My problem with Fullmetal Alchemist

appelsientje84%

A well-rounded adventure that tells a valuable story of how we can conquer our flaws through teamwork.

Satosheeeeetos30%

O anime mais superestimado existente

infinitely75%

Don't forget, October 3rd! A must-watch, anime fan or not

Jaru9988%

Best battle shounen.

Edison91%

There are multiple reasons why FMA: Brotherhood is actually really good and rewatchable. Let’s talk about them.

Wynautt91%

Narratively ambitious and balanced in tone, FMAB taught me how extraordinary it is to be ordinary

Towerwatch25%

Above average, but not a "9"

ChillLaChill81%

Brotherhood is a masterful work, skillfully keeping its themes and stories impactful across generations.

mydogismuddy82%

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is undoubtedly one of the strongest shōnen shows to date...

chezaye89%

Endearing and evergreen.

yuureivt78%

Your expectations for anime become absurdly high after watching this series.

AllLuckBased55%

A great show but does not meet the hype!

Nitroade2467%

My Love-Hate Relationship with FMAB

CNAPCN77%

Um ótimo anime para assistir, se tiver tempo assista!

Alriven79%

A Gift From The Heavens

lovesickRaven75%

A Story Made Fullmetal

Rogeri0max81%

No complaints it's fantastic.

9.0

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Popularity

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Information

FormatTV
Episodes64
Duration25 min
StatusFinished
SeasonSpring 2009
Studiobones
SourceMANGA
CountryJP
Mean Score90%
Start Date2009-04-05
End Date2010-07-04
GenresAction, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy

Staff

ADR Director (English; eps. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 17, 18, 19, 24-64)Mike McFarland
Producer (English)Justin Cook
ADR Script (English; eps. 1, 2, 3)John Burgmeier
ADR Director (English; eps. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23)Caitlin Glass
Original CreatorHiromu Arakawa
Script (eps 1-3, 7-9, 12, 14, 17, 19, 30, 32, 40, 46, 53, 55, 56, 58-64)Hiroshi Oonogi
Series CompositionHiroshi Oonogi
Key Animation (OP1, ED4, ED5, eps 1, 64)Haruo Sotozaki

Studios

bonesAniplexSquare EnixMainichi Broadcasting SystemAniplex of America

Score Distribution

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User Stats

698.2k users
Watching50,165
Planning146,557
Completed462,451
Dropped12,023
Paused27,032

Tags

Alchemy
Conspiracy
Military
War
Tragedy
Shounen
Politics
Male Protagonist
Philosophy
Ensemble Cast
Coming of Age
Fugitive
Super Power
Foreign
Steampunk
Gods
Necromancy
Disability
Revenge
Cyborg