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Best Anime Film

Reviewed by Lunoo Research Team · Updated Jun 25, 2026

136 ranked ·

Top-rated anime film ranked by our AI-powered scoring system.

· Re-ranked 4 days ago
#2
The End of Evangelion

The End of Evangelion

The End of Evangelion is a 1997 Gainax anime film by Hideaki Anno, made as an alternate theatrical ending to Neon Genesis Evangelion.

8.82 Great
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Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind

Nausicaa of the Valley of the...

Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind is a 1984 Japanese anime film by Hayao Miyazaki, adapted from his manga and often seen as a precursor to Studio Ghibli.

9.12 Excellent
#3
Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle

Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle

Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle is a 2024 Production I.G sports anime film, adapting Karasuno High's long-awaited volleyball match against Nekoma.

8.32 Great
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6.7 Avg Score
1 Rated Excellent
9.1 Top Ranked Score
Summary: The best anime film in 2026 is Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind with a score of 9.12/10, followed by The End of Evangelion (8.82) and Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle (8.32). This ranking is based on Lunoo's AI-powered scoring system which evaluates 136 anime film across category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value. Rankings were last refreshed on Jun 25, 2026.

table_chart Top 5 at a Glance

# Name Score Price Best For
#1 Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind 9.12 - - Visit
#2 The End of Evangelion The End of Evangelion 8.82 - -
#3 Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle 8.32 - -
#4 Macross: Do You Remember Love? Macross: Do You Remember Love? 8.18 - -
#5 Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc 8.05 - -

leaderboard Full Anime Film Rankings

Best 1 Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind

Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind is a 1984 Japanese anime film by Hayao Miyazaki, adapted from his manga and often seen as a precursor to Studio Ghibli.

2 The End of Evangelion

The End of Evangelion is a 1997 Gainax anime film by Hideaki Anno, made as an alternate theatrical ending to Neon Genesis Evangelion.

3 Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle

Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle is a 2024 Production I.G sports anime film, adapting Karasuno High's long-awaited volleyball match against Nekoma.

4 Macross: Do You Remember Love?

Macross: Do You Remember Love? is a 1984 Japanese anime film by Noboru Ishiguro and Shoji Kawamori, retelling the original Macross TV series.

5 Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc

Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc is a 2025 MAPPA anime film adapting Tatsuki Fujimoto's Bomb Girl arc as a sequel to the 2022 TV series.

6 Digimon Adventure: Our War Game!

Digimon Adventure: Our War Game! is a 2000 Japanese anime film by Mamoru Hosoda, notable for its internet crisis story and brisk visual style.

7 Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Eternal

Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Eternal is a 2012 Japanese anime recap film covering the later episodes of Shaft's Madoka Magica series.

8 Pom Poko
Pom Poko

Pom Poko is a 1994 Studio Ghibli film directed by Isao Takahata, notable for its folkloric tanuki story and environmental satire of suburban expansion.

9 Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street

Detective Conan: The Phantom of Baker Street is a 2002 Japanese anime film, notable for sending Conan into a virtual Victorian London game.

10 Yu☆Gi☆Oh! The Dark Side of Dimensions

Obsessed with revenge against the King of Games, Seto Kaiba commences an excavation in Egypt to find the fragments of the Millennium Puzzle, which once retained the spirit of the "counterpart Yuugi." However, a cloaked man steals two pieces of the Puzzle and disappears before it could be reconstruct...

11 Macross Plus: Movie Edition

Macross Plus: Movie Edition is a 1995 anime film version of the Macross Plus OVA, directed by Shoji Kawamori and Shinichiro Watanabe.

12 Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Beginnings

Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Beginnings is a 2012 Japanese anime recap film covering the opening part of Shaft's Madoka Magica series.

13 Pompo: The Cinephile

Pompo: The Cinephile is a 2021 Japanese anime film by Takayuki Hirao, adapting Shogo Sugitani's manga about filmmaking in the fictional Nyallywood.

14 Mirai
Mirai

Mirai is a 2018 Japanese anime film by Mamoru Hosoda, notable as an Oscar-nominated family fantasy from Studio Chizu about a boy and his sister.

15 Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine

Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine is a 2023 Japanese anime film, notable for linking Ai Haibara and the Black Organization to an Interpol sea facility.

16 Lupin the IIIrd: Goemon's Blood Spray

Lupin the IIIrd: Goemon's Blood Spray is a 2017 Japanese anime film, notable for centering on swordsman Goemon Ishikawa XIII in the adult-toned Lupin line.

17 Free! The Final Stroke Part 2

Free! The Final Stroke Part 2 is a 2022 Kyoto Animation sports anime film, concluding the Free! franchise's story of Haruka Nanase and competitive swimming.

18 Fortune Favors Lady Nikuko

Fortune Favors Lady Nikuko is a 2021 Japanese anime film directed by Ayumu Watanabe, notable for adapting Kanako Nishi's novel about a mother and daughter.

19 Lupin the IIIrd: Jigen's Gravestone

Lupin the IIIrd: Jigen's Gravestone is a 2014 Japanese anime film, notable for its harder-edged focus on marksman Daisuke Jigen.

20 The Last: Naruto the Movie

The Last: Naruto the Movie is a 2014 Japanese anime film, notable for its post-war Naruto and Hinata story and place in the manga's official timeline.

21 Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz Special Edition

Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz Special Edition is a 1998 Sunrise theatrical edit of the 1997 OVA sequel to Gundam Wing.

22 Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween

Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween is a 2022 Japanese anime film, notable for its Shibuya wedding bombing case and focus on the police academy characters.

23 Voices of a Distant Star

Voices of a Distant Star is a 2002 Japanese science fiction anime by Makoto Shinkai, notable for being made largely by Shinkai on a home computer.

24 Paprika
Paprika

Paprika explores themes of identity and reality through a visually arresting narrative. The 2006 film, directed by Satoshi Kon, centers on a device allowing therapists to enter patients’ dreams. Its theft unleashes unpredictable psychological chaos. It is notable for its innovative animation style a...

25 Detective Conan: Countdown to Heaven

Detective Conan: Countdown to Heaven is a 2001 Japanese anime film, notable for bringing the Black Organization into the film series around a tower bombing.

26 Sailor Moon R: The Movie

Sailor Moon R: The Movie is a 1993 Japanese anime film, notable as the first Sailor Moon theatrical feature and an early film for the 1990s franchise.

27 Detective Conan: The Million-dollar Pentagram

Detective Conan: The Million-dollar Pentagram is a 2024 Japanese anime film, notable for its Hakodate setting and central roles for Kaito Kid and Heiji Hattori.

28 Lupin the IIIrd: Fujiko's Lie

Lupin the IIIrd: Fujiko's Lie is a 2019 Japanese anime film, notable for centering on Fujiko Mine within the adult-toned Lupin the IIIrd film series.

29 Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night

Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night is a 2021 A-1 Pictures film retelling Aincrad's first floor with Asuna as a focus.

30 Detective Conan: The Last Wizard of the Century

Detective Conan: The Last Wizard of the Century is a 1999 Japanese anime film, notable for tying a Kaito Kid case to Russia's Imperial Easter eggs.

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Anime Film in 2026?
According to our AI-powered rankings, Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind is currently rated as the best Anime Film with a score of 9.1/10. Other top-rated options include Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind, The End of Evangelion, Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle.
How are these Anime Film ranked?
Our rankings use an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value for money. Each Anime Film receives a 0 to 10 Lunoo score.
How often are the rankings updated?
Our rankings are updated continuously as new data becomes available. Scores are recalculated regularly to ensure you always see the most current and accurate ratings.
What are the top 5 Anime Film in 2026?
The top 5 Anime Film in 2026 are: Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind, The End of Evangelion, Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, Macross: Do You Remember Love?, Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc. These are ranked by our AI-powered scoring system based on category fit, features, pricing signals, public reception, and recency.
How many Anime Film are ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo currently ranks 136 Anime Film, of which 1 have earned a Brilliant rating (9.0+). New options are added and scored regularly.
Which Anime Film is ranked first?
Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind is currently ranked #1 with a Lunoo score of 9.1/10 in our Anime Film rankings.
Is Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind worth it?
Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind scores 9.1/10, making it one of the highest-rated Anime Film available. Its strong rating reflects excellent performance across our evaluation criteria.
What should I look for when choosing a Anime Film?
Key factors include your specific use case, budget, features offered, ease of use, and long-term value. Our scoring system evaluates these factors objectively. Compare the top options above to find the best fit.
Are there any free Anime Film options?
Some Anime Film offer free plans or trials. Check each option's website for current pricing. Our rankings focus on overall quality regardless of price point.
What is the difference between top-rated Anime Film?
While Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind and The End of Evangelion are both highly rated, they differ in features, pricing, and target audience. Use our comparison tool to see detailed side-by-side differences.
Can I compare Anime Film on Lunoo?
Yes! Lunoo offers a detailed comparison tool. Click the compare icon on any two items to see a side-by-side analysis of scores, features, pros, and cons.
How accurate are Lunoo's Anime Film rankings?
Our AI-powered scoring system is calibrated against established ground truth sources and continuously improved. We analyze features, expert reviews, user feedback, and market data to provide the most objective rankings possible.

science How We Rank

Every anime film is scored across 12 weighted criteria from hundreds of verified sources:

  • Features & Capabilities - Comprehensive analysis of what each option offers
  • User Reviews - Aggregated feedback from real users across platforms
  • Expert Opinions - Professional reviews and industry recognition
  • Value for Money - Cost-effectiveness relative to features
  • Reliability & Support - Track record and customer service quality

Rankings are updated continuously as new information becomes available.

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