If you don’t wish to watch a long plot or a non-canon one, then watch FMA first. Both are amazing regardless of what you watch first.
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| Fullmetal Alchemist (2003) | |
| Title (english) | Fullmetal Alchemist |
| Title (japanese) | 鋼の錬金術師 |
| Genres | ['Action', 'Adventure', 'Drama', 'Fantasy'] |
| Rating | R - 17+ (violence & profanity) |
| Type | TV |
| Source | Manga |
| Episodes | 51 |
| Duration | 24 min per ep |
| Status | Finished Airing |
| Airing Date | Oct 4, 2003 to Oct 2, 2004 |
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Watching fma in order
Since it’s closest to Manga and real story, I like to watch Brotherhood first. You can watch the rest to satisfy your fma cravings.
The second adaptation of the original series, known as Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood, or FMAB, is more faithful to the original series. The original Manga was in the early stages of production when the series began. It’s thought that it is closer to the Manga and follows the original events. The original FMA has 64 episodes, which is longer than Brotherhood. Alphonse in the Brotherhood is the main character in the series, but he is voiced by a girl.
The two series’ plots are the last major differences. The producers of the original anime decided to go on with the show despite the fact that the writers had created a completely original storyline for the rest of the episodes.
steampunk styling and settings are a sub-genre in contemporary literature that has been popular within the last decade. When it comes to theme wise, Fullmetal Alchemist is pretty ambitious. It has several side plots that range from family life to military themes, as well as a visual theme of steampunk, that are related to the scientific philosophy and ideology of alchemy. There are Japanese cultural characteristics built into the characters. The subtle nature of these characterizations makes it hard for the Western reader to pick them up unless they are aware of Japanese cultural values.
Watching FMA Brotherhood without watching FMA?
Fullmetal Alchemist is not required to watch Fullmetal Brotherhood. The series are completely different from one another.
How long is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?
There is a lot of change between the two series. It’s recommended that you watch the original and then Brotherhood for those who want to fully immerse themselves in the Fullmetal Alchemist universe. It isn’t required to understand the events happening in the latter. The original anime spends more time developing the characters over the course of the episodes, so it provides a more complete experience. There are some episodes in the original anime that are considered to be filler, but they do help establish the characters, and make the audience care more for them.
Every character in the original 50 episodes of Fullmetal Alchemist is very interesting, because they have a carefully presented backstory. The characters in the anime are lovable and unique which makes them more interesting to watch. You are bound to like each of the characters, even if they are brothers Edward and Alphonse or the little Nina Tucker or Roy mustang. The Brotherhood is somewhat confused in its characters, but once you are used to it, it is just as lovable as ever.
Around Episode 14 there is the first change. If the story up to episode 14 is the same, you want to watch every episode because it is different and has a different pace. Brotherhood is close to the Manga.
Are there filler episodes in Fullmetal Alchemist?
There are 33 confirmed filler episodes for Fullmetal Alchemist while there are only two for Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood.
Is Fullmetal Alchemist Complete?
The translation of Fullmetal Alchemist’s title and description shows more about the movie, even though the trailer does not have English subtitles. Revenge Scar is the second part of the Fullmetal Alchemist series. Part 3 was referred to as Last Transmutation. The release date of Fullmetal Alchemist: Revenge Scar is May 20. On June 24 is the release of Last Transmutation.
A complete box set of this best selling series is now available. The Fullmetal Alchemist Novel: The Ties That Bind and a two-sided poster are included. Buying the individual volumes saves over 20%.
Does FMA have a movie?
Conqueror of Shamballa was developed by most of the staff from the first Fullmetal Alchemist anime. The film’s length of 105 minutes made it necessary to shorten the original script. Conqueror of Shamballa remained one of the most popular films of the year after its premiere in Japan. The film’s story and animation have been praised by reviews, which has been a positive reaction to the film.