10 Best Anime Like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’

‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’ is an ongoing shōnen manga series that became one of the most popular fantasy pieces in 2023, and this fall, we will get an anime series on Crunchyroll. ‘Frieren’ focuses on elven mage Frieren and her companions, Himmel, Eisen, and Frieren, who spend ten years hunting down and ultimately killing the Demon King. They become heroes of their land, but as an immortal elf, Frieren’s perspective of age differs from her human and dwarf companions, who age differently and value years as they pass.

After one of the members dies of old age, Frieren decides to live and try meeting other people, her companions, whom she accidentally disregarded all these years. ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’ is a beautiful story of friendship, love, life, and respect, and in this article, we will bring you our list of similar anime that you could check out before the upcoming series.

10. ‘Black Clover’ (2017-2021)

What it’s about: This action comedy anime focuses on Asta and Yuno, two orphans who want to earn the title of the “Wizard King” – a title that is given to the strongest mages in the kingdom. However, Yuno is the one who has wielded magic since his youth, and Asta tries to awaken it by training physically. Yuno gets his four-clover Grimoire but almost dies to Lebuty if not for his friend Asta saving him. Asta then gets the power he needs, and from that moment, he and Yuno become rivals to earn the title of the ‘Wizard King.’

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: ‘Black Clover’ is a really good story of friendship, preserving and becoming the strongest they can be. It does have similarities with the ‘Frieren’ series because it showcases the value of the “supporting system” the main hero needs to have to become the best.

9. ‘Boku no Hero Academia’ (2016-)

What it’s about: After the ‘quirks,’ the new superpowers appear in the world, most of the human population gains some kind of ability. However, Izuku Midoriya is one of the few who doesn’t get anything despite wanting to become the hero. However, after the hero, All Might bestows him the powers he always wanted, Izuku enrolls in the special school where he will learn to become the hero.

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: Even though it has simpler themes than ‘Frieren,’ ‘Boku no Hero Academia’ is an emotional shōnen series that values friendships and people Izuku meets along the way. It’s also a fantasy series.

8. ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ (2020-)

What it’s about: Similarly to the previous entry, this anime series focuses on Yuuji Itadori, who stumbles upon a dark and cursed world of curses resulting from the negative emotions of humans. He accidentally swallows Sukuna’s’ fingers and gains powers. Yuuji then enrolls in a special school where he will learn the path of being a Jujutsu sorcerer and meet people who will be important on his journey.

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ is a great shōnen series that deals with darker themes than ‘Frieren,’ but it does have a similar premise if you look deeper into the comparison. It’s also a great series, so definitely check it out.

7. ‘Your Lie in April’ (2014-2018)

What it’s about: This emotional anime focuses on Kousei, a piano prodigy who loses his spark after his mother tragically dies. Kousei is a shell of himself and refuses to perform on stage, but one eccentric violinist, Kaori Miyazono, changes his life forever.

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: One of the more emotional anime on this list, ‘Your Lie in April’ truly pulls on your heartstrings and questions the value of life, friends, and passions that are the most important things in people’s lives. Really good watch before ‘Frieren.’

6. ‘One Piece’ (1999-)

What it’s about: This great series focuses on the goofy pirate Monkey D. Luffy, who goes on a quest to find a mysterious and infamous treasure, One Piece, and the title of the ‘King of the Pirates’ that comes with it.

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: One of the best manga and anime series of all time, ‘One Piece’ is a staple of the shōnen genre and a series similar to ‘Frieren’ – friendships, love, comedy… what is not to like?

5. ‘Soul Eater’ (2008-2009)

What it’s about: This dark fantasy anime focuses on the famous Death Weapons Meister Academy that the Lord Death himself leads. It raises Death Scythes, beings to carry evil forces of the fantastical world for the Shinigami himself, and the ones who hold that power are young human hybrids.

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: This whole anime lies on the dynamic between young Death Scythes, ranging from rivalry to friendship, and does have some more serious themes that the ‘Frieren’ series definitely has.

4. ‘Seven Deadly Sins’ (2014-2021)

What it’s about: In a universe similar to the European Middle Ages, the Holy Knights of Britannia use incredibly vast power to protect their region and its kingdoms. However, the small section of the Holy Knights betrays the kingdom and vanishes from the land. The so-called ‘Seven Deadly Sins’ knights return ten years later and overthrow the government, creating a tyrannical leadership. Enter Elizabeth and her adventures to find the infamous ‘Seven Deadly Sins.’

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: First of all, the show is set in the Middle Ages, similar to ‘Frieren’ and its German-inspired land. It’s a really good medieval anime that can be a good watch before ‘Frieren.’

3. ‘Fate/Zero’ (2011-2012)

What it’s about: This anime focuses on the omnipotent Holy Grail that sparked the Fourth Holy Grail War, which motivates the wealthy Einzbern family to arrange an organized marriage of the infamous Kiritsugu “Magus Killer” Emiya to marry their daughter, Irisviel. This kickstarts the plethora of conflicts that will put Kiritsugu in the middle of the epic war.

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: ‘Fate/Zero’ has a great worldbuilding, similar to ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,’ hence why it is on our list.

2. ‘Those Who Hunt Elves’ (1996-1997)

What it’s about: This isekai anime follows loudmouthed martial artists Junpei Ryuzouji, actress Airi Komiyama, and Ritsuko Inoue, who are transported in a mysterious world full of elves. Just as the elf priestess, Celcia Marieclaire, casts the spell to bring the trio back to Japan, the woman is interrupted, which leads to the chaotic trio finding all the missing fragments to return home.

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: This older anime is a comedy fantasy that is mostly focused on chaotic people trying to escape the mysterious and dangerous world of elves. If you’re looking for something funny like ‘Frieren,’ definitely check out this silly anime.

1. ‘Fairy Tail’ (2009-2019)

What it’s about: Finally, this anime follows the powerful magical guild called ‘Fairy Tail’ that vows to protect the world from destruction and danger. Guild members Natsu, Gray, Erza, and Lucy travel around the world, and during their journey, they need to learn how to function as a group and become the most powerful mages in the world.

Why it’s like ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’: At one point, it was the most popular fantasy anime in the world. ‘Fairy Tail’ is similar to ‘Frieren: Beyond the Journey’s End. It’s fun, has similar fantastic themes, and pulls at your heartstrings when it wants to.

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