The Complete Fullmetal Alchemist Watch Order (2026 Guide)
Navigate the complex world of Fullmetal Alchemist with this comprehensive guide covering both TV series, movies, and specials for the ultimate viewing experience.
Fullmetal Alchemist stands as a monumental franchise, renowned for its intricate storytelling and compelling characters. However, with two distinct anime adaptations, understanding the correct watch order is crucial to fully appreciate each unique journey and avoid potential confusion. This guide ensures you experience every canonical entry as intended.
Whether you start with the compelling 2003 series or jump straight into the faithful adaptation of Brotherhood, this guide ensures a complete and chronological journey through the alchemical world. Enjoy the ride!
The Complete Watch Order
- 1
Recommended starting point if you wish to experience the original anime-original story path first.
- 2Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: Conqueror of ShamballaMovie2005
Direct cinematic sequel to the 2003 TV series, concluding its storyline.
- 3
This is a separate, more manga-faithful adaptation. Can be watched independently of the 2003 series. Recommended for the canonical manga story.
- 4
Four OVAs (The Blind Alchemist, Simple People, The Tale of Teacher, Yet Another Man's Battlefield) that expand on side stories during the Brotherhood series. Watch after completing the Brotherhood TV series.
- 5Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood - 4-koma TheaterSpecial2009
A collection of comedic shorts based on the manga's 4-koma strips. Watch after completing the Brotherhood TV series for full enjoyment.
- 6
A standalone side story set within the Brotherhood continuity. Best watched after the TV series for character familiarity.