Some of the most artistically stunning anime, like “Promare,” “Kill la Kill,” and “Little Witch Academia,” have been produced by Studio Trigger. ‘Brand New Animal’ is without a doubt one of the studio’s best visual productions. The anime never has a dull moment thanks to its vivid colour scheme and meticulously rendered battle sequences.
The story in “BNA” is completely chaotic and fast-paced, and it includes interesting personified animal characters. Additionally, it makes references to racism and bigotry in contemporary society through its representation of the separation of beasts and humans.
Having said that, the list below has all you need if you’ve already watched “BNA” and are looking for additional anime that are comparable. Nearly all of the anime series listed below are available to stream on Hulu, Crunchyroll, or Funimation.
1. Dorohedoro
Another 3D-CGI animation produced by MAPPA Studio is called “Dorohedoro.” It is disorganized, ominous, and loaded with themes of oppression and power imbalances. While its eccentric group of characters holds the majority of its allure, the world-building is what gives the overall plot greater charm and intrigue.
Throughout its duration, “Doroheodoro” switches back and forth between the stories of its enormous cast of characters, although it largely centres on a big guy named Caiman who has a reptilian head. In a frantic attempt to track down the sorcerer who gave him this look, Caiman travels with his partner Nikaido to the darkest reaches of his world in search of sorcerers.
2. Beastars
Without “Beastars,” a list of anime that features anthropomorphic animals would undoubtedly be lacking. The distinctive show “Beastars,” which is set in a conventional high school environment and deals with complicated problems relevant to the modern era. And what makes its presentation of things so remarkable is how it presents them without being preachy by solely using visual metaphors. You might be pleasantly surprised by how masterfully “Beastars” captures the core of human nature and social diversity, even if you’re not a huge lover of personified animal characters.
3. Promare
Promare, a 2019 release by Studio Trigger, was a critical and commercial success. The animation in this anime film, which was written by Kazuki Nakashima and directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi, was universally commended for being of very high quality and for adopting a pastel colour scheme that is uncommon in anime films aimed at adults.
Because of the comparable visual styles and character cliches in Trigger’s earlier series, like as Gurren Lagann and Kill la Kill, comparisons were made right away. Here is a great collection for those who want to see movies with characters or animation that are comparable to those in Promare.
4. Aggretsuko
Another anime that centres on the life of adult animal-like characters is called “Aggretsuko.” Although it isn’t as frantic and fast-paced as “BNA,” this social satire on the struggles of the working class entertains you nonetheless. The main character of “Aggretsuko,” a cartoon series produced by Sanrio, the studio behind Hello Kitty, is a disgruntled red panda named Retsuko who works as an accountant and is frequently burdened by the high demands of her chauvinistic pig boss. Retsuko could seem like a sweet little character that is similar to Hello Kitty to those who are not familiar with her. However, this adorable panda actually sings death metal while intoxicated at a karaoke bar to let out her anger.
5. Guilty Crown
The world was tremendously altered by the Apocalypse Virus in the year 2039. During the Lost Christmas incident, Japan was the country that was most severely affected, which led to a significant change in power. While in Japan to restore law and order, the GHQ uses tactics that irritate civilians and troops alike. A renegade guerilla force known as Funeral Palor decides to get rid of the GHQ in Japan.
Inori Yuzuriha encounters Shuu Ouma while on a crucial errand for Funeral Parlor and awakens a dormant ability within Shuu. Shuu, who now possesses the Power of Kings, has the ability to draw objects or weapons from individuals. Shuu is taken on by Funeral Parlor, who uses him as a key component in thwarting the GHQ. Shuu will quickly discover that both sides in this self-inflicted conflict are hiding sinister secrets, and that only through the use of his power will the course of not only the conflict but also the entire planet be able to be altered.
With tremendous power comes great responsibility, a premise popularised by Stan Lee in his Spider Man series, is echoed in Guilty Crown. Like Michiru, Shuu acquires a power that allows her to influence not just her own destiny but also the destiny of people around her. The themes of power and how it can be both a blessing and a curse for those who wield it, along with those who are caught in the crossfire…are central to both BNA and Guilty Crown. Both series are equally beloved by us, however in Honey’s Anime’s opinion, Guilty Crown is a classic. We believe you’ll enjoy Guilty Crown as well if you’re looking for another action show with a good dose of human drama.
6. B: The Beginning
The latest spate of murders is all too familiar to those who live on the island of Cremona. This vigilante, known as Killer B, has vowed to enforce the law on his own, forcing the police to use a specialised division of agents to apprehend him. A rare talent will be required to defeat Killer B, and the Royal Investigation Force has been activated. The RIS asks Keith Flick to help them track down Killer B, but as the detective starts his investigation, he quickly discovers that this killer is connected to a broader web of mystery.
When B: The Beginning, created by Production I.G., debuted on Netflix in 2018, we put on our detective hats and joined Keith’s inquiry right away. B: The Beginning lacked beast-humans, but it did contain otherworldly experimental animals, a secret society operating in the shadows, and a tonne of mystery and action. B: The Beginning is the ideal series to binge watch while waiting for the release of the upcoming BNA episode, according to BNA enthusiasts.
7. Somali and the Forest Spirit
One thing all anthropomorphic anime, including “Beastars” and “BNA,” have in common is that they emphasise intricate interspecies connections. Similar depictions of a planet where humans are a minority are made in “Somali and the Forest Spirit.” Humans are shunned and even slain by the ruling species while other fantastical beings like spirits, goblins, and elves dominate the world.
Nevertheless, a young human girl encounters a compassionate Golem who defends the forest away from the darkness of this world. Contrary to expectations in his society, the Golem decides to protect the child as if she were his daughter and sets out on a search for a safe haven.