49 Madhouse Anime Films
49 titles
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MetropolisMovie · 2001 · 107m · Animation, Science FictionIn the futuristic city of Metropolis, amidst growing social unrest, Kenichi and his uncle Shunsaku Ban investigate the origins of Tima, the first robot designed to closely resemble a human being.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 2
Barefoot GenMovie · 1983 · 83m · Animation, Drama, WarThe film follows a young boy's experience of the aftermath of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. It shows how this historical disaster deeply affected the Japanese people, changing their lives and minds as they faced a world transformed by immense destruction. The story explores resilience, survival, and hope in the face of ruin and despair, highlighting a pivotal moment in history and reminding us of humanity's capacity for both destruction and perseverance.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 3
Barefoot Gen 2Movie · 1986 · 85m · Animation, Drama, WarAfter widespread destruction, a determined teenager helps a group of young survivors rebuild their lives following the bombing of Hiroshima. This moving story explores survival, strength, and hope as they navigate the difficult process of starting over amidst the ruins. Together, the young people discover the importance of community, kindness, and love in overcoming immense tragedy and forging a future.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.5 - 4
Bio HunterMovie · 1995 · 58m · Horror, Animation, ActionA terrifying virus is changing people into monstrous creatures in Tokyo. One particularly dangerous creature hunts young women for their livers, spreading chaos and fear. Two molecular biologists, Komada and Koshigaya, are determined to hunt these monsters. With time running out, they search for a psychic who may hold the key to understanding the creatures' origins. In this story of science battling the supernatural, Komada and Koshigaya must face great danger to protect humanity from the virus.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 5
Highlander: The Search for VengeanceMovie · 2007 · 86m · Action, Animation, FantasyColin MacLeod seeks revenge against the man who killed the woman he loved. His pursuit of the immortal Marcus Octavius spans centuries, and the chase begins to consume him. Along the way, he encounters a woman who echoes the memory of his lost love. Ultimately, his confrontation with Marcus will determine not only his own destiny but the future of the entire world.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.1 - 6
Overlord: The Undead KingMovie · 2017 · 103m · Animation, Action, AdventureThis film summarizes the first seven episodes of the anime series *Overlord*. In 2138, the popular virtual reality game Yggdrasil is suddenly shut down. But the player Momonga chooses to remain logged in and is transformed into a powerful skeletal wizard. As the game world evolves, its artificial characters begin to develop emotions. Faced with this unexpected change, Momonga and his devoted companions work to understand and control the new world that has emerged from the game.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.4 - 7
Overlord: The Dark HeroMovie · 2017 · 94mThis is the second recap film for the first season of the anime series Overlord, covering episodes eight through thirteen.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.4 - 8
Goodbye, Don Glees!Movie · 2022 · 95m · Animation, Adventure, DramaRoma, Toto, and Drop, a group of teenage outcasts known as the "Don Glees" for their backyard escapades, find themselves wrongly accused of starting a forest fire. Determined to clear their names, they venture into the woods. However, their expedition takes a turn for the worse, exposing growing tensions and revealing how their individual lives have diverged as they navigate adolescence.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0 - 9
Demon City ShinjukuMovie · 1988 · 80m · Action, Fantasy, AnimationIn a world where humans and demons are intertwined, young Kyoya faces a dangerous new threat. Ten years ago, his father Genichiro Izayoi died trying to stop sorcerer Rebi Ra from unleashing demons on Shinjuku. Though his father's sacrifice failed, the city is now consumed by chaos and evil creatures. As Rebi Ra prepares to complete a ritual that will plunge the world into turmoil, Kyoya must confront the demonic forces that his father couldn't defeat. With humanity's fate in the balance, will he overcome this challenge or be overwhelmed by Shinjuku's darkness? This exciting story tests one boy's courage as he tries to live up to his father's legacy and restore peace to a world on the edge of destruction.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 10
Trigun: Badlands RumbleMovie · 2010 · 91m · Action, Animation, Science FictionThe town of Makka is threatened by rumors of a legendary robber, Gasback. Mayor Kepler hires bounty hunters to protect the town and collect the reward. A group of these hunters, including Vash the Stampede, Meryl and Milly, Amelia, and Nicholas D. Wolfwood, are tracking Gasback's movements. They converge on Makka, hoping to finally claim the bounty.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 11
I Want to Deliver Your VoiceMovie · 2017 · 94mNagisa Yukiai, a high school girl living in a coastal town, has always believed her grandmother's tales about spirits inhabiting words – spirits called "kotodama." While exploring an abandoned mini FM station, she impulsively begins speaking into the microphone, mimicking a DJ. Unbeknownst to her, her voice broadcast reaches someone completely unexpected.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1 - 12
Death Note Relight 1: Visions of a GodMovie · 2009 · 131m · TV Movie, Crime, DramaWhen the shinigami Ryuk accidentally drops his Death Note into the human world, he doesn't anticipate the extraordinary actions of the student who discovers it. Light Yagami, a gifted high schooler, uses the Death Note to embark on a mission to eliminate all criminals. This is a collection of episodes 1 through 26 of Death Note, featuring alternate footage.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.9 - 13
Batman: Gotham KnightMovie · 2008 · 76m · Science Fiction, Action, CrimeThe film explores young Bruce Wayne's formative experiences as Batman, showing how key events shaped his journey to becoming Gotham City's dark protector. Six connected stories detail his early battles and the choices he made on the path to vengeance.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 14
Clamp in Wonderland 2Movie · 2007 · 15mOne day at Yuuko's house, the Mokonas ask to enter the world of the manga she's reading. She agrees, and they journey through the realms of CLAMP, encountering the characters who live there.TMDB 5.4 - 15
The World of Arata: World's/Start/Load/EndMovie · 2012 · 30mSix high school girls in uniform walk silently across a desolate landscape. They are time travelers, sent 6,000 years into the future from a present where they are trapped in a repeating day, tasked with avoiding human extinction. Selected for their aptitude in time travel, they arrived in the future as planned, but now they are adrift, unsure of their purpose. Their only connection to home is a light, toy-like cellphone that receives no signal. As they walk, they observe strange birds and a discolored river. Eventually, one girl discovers an abandoned house with a familiar name on the gates.
*A mixed-media project by Iruma Hitoma, who wrote the novel, created the story for the manga version, scripted the anime, and penned the lyrics for the music.IMDb 5.5TMDB 7.2 - 16
The Piano ForestMovie · 2007 · 101m · Music, Animation, DramaShuhei Amamiya transfers to Moriwaki Elementary, full of optimism. However, he quickly becomes a target for the school bullies and is drawn into a dare to play a strange piano in the woods. There, he meets Kai Ichinose, an equally mysterious child who appears to be the only one who can produce sound from the broken instrument.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 17
Hunter x Hunter: The Last MissionMovie · 2013 · 97m · Adventure, Animation, ActionIsaac Netero leads the Hunter Association. Long ago, he imprisoned Jed, a Hunter who had mastered On, a dark form of Nen. Now, On users are resurfacing at the Heaven's Arena tournament. For Netero, this is his final mission: to safeguard the Association and the world from a threat fueled by hatred and revenge. He will need every possible ally to succeed.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.0 - 18
Death BilliardsMovie · 2013 · 25m · Animation, Drama, Mystery"Death Billiards" is one of four anime projects funded by the "2012 Young Animator Training Project," receiving 38 million yen (approximately US$480,000). This follows previous funding of 214.5 million yen (US$2.65 million) from the Japanese government's Agency for Cultural Affairs, which the animation labor group primarily used to support on-the-job training for young animators at various studios. An older man and a younger man enter a strange bar and are forced to play a game of billiards with deadly consequences: their lives are the wager.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 19
Millennium ActressMovie · 2002 · 87m · Drama, Animation, RomanceDocumentary filmmaker Genya Tachibana seeks out the elusive actress Chiyoko Fujiwara, who disappeared from fame years ago. Giving her a key she believed lost, Genya unexpectedly unlocks not only the long-hidden truths of Chiyoko's past, but also reveals something about himself.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 20
Mai Mai MiracleMovie · 2009 · 94m · Animation, Adventure, DramaYoung Shinko, inspired by her grandfather's tales, creates imaginative stories about her hometown's past. However, the challenges of adolescence begin to overshadow her fantasies.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0 - 21
X: The MovieMovie · 1996 · 97m · Action, Animation, FantasyIn Tokyo, Kamui Shiro, a psychic who left the city six years prior, returns to reconnect with his childhood friends: Fuma, his close friend, and Kotori, whose sister might hold deeper feelings for him. He finds himself facing an unprecedented global threat, forcing him to choose between two destinies. He can become the Dragon of Heaven, a protector fighting with the Seven Seals, or the Dragon of Earth, joining the Seven Angels to end civilization. With humanity's fate at stake, Kamui must decide which path he will take for the world and those he cares about.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 22
Hunter x Hunter: Phantom RougeMovie · 2013 · 97m · Animation, Adventure, FantasyKurapika encounters a child who strongly resembles his lost friend, Pyro. But when he approaches the boy, the child uses a mysterious power to steal Kurapika's eyes. Determined to retrieve them, Gon, Leorio, and Killua vow to help. Meanwhile, Killua struggles with his past, questioning if he deserves to be friends with Gon.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.0 - 23
ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. - RegardsMovie · 2020 · 47mA year after the events of the TV anime, Jean and the ACCA department in the capital city of Badon prepare for the first anniversary of the new order. The characters navigate rumors of unrest, a sense of unchanging routine, new challenges, memories of past encounters, and the promise of fresh starts as time moves forward once more.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 24
Neo TokyoMovie · 1989 · 50m · Science Fiction, Animation, AdventureThis three-part film series features a variety of stories for different viewers. The first, "Labyrinth labyrinthos," follows a curious girl and her cat who are mysteriously transported to a strange world full of puzzling obstacles.
"Running Man" is an action adventure about a determined racer facing their greatest challenge: a relentless rival seeking to win. This suspenseful competition will keep audiences engaged.
Finally, "Construction Cancellation Order" examines the impact of new technology as a worker struggles with the decision to shut down their team of robots. The story explores themes of loyalty, responsibility, and the relationship between humans and machines.
Together, these films offer a diverse range of experiences designed to captivate audiences from beginning to end.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 25
HellsMovie · 2008 · 117m · Action, Animation, ComedyAfter a fatal accident on her way to school, Amagane Rinne unexpectedly finds herself in a strange school – in Hell, populated by demons. As she struggles to cope and longs for her old life, she forms an unusual connection with her demonic classmates.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.7 - 26
Cardcaptor Sakura: The MovieMovie · 1999 · 81m · Fantasy, Animation, AdventureSakura Kinomoto, a Card Captor, travels to Hong Kong with her friends Tomoyo and Syaoran Li. What starts as a game becomes a dangerous quest when they realize their host has sinister plans. This ancient enemy wants revenge on Clow Reed, the creator of the Clow Cards.
While battling this foe, Sakura and her friends learn more about Clow Reed's past and Sakura’s connection to him. This journey tests their friendships and changes their understanding of the cards and the world they protect.
The film explores loyalty, courage, and finding oneself, delivering action and heartwarming moments that keep audiences engaged until the end.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.7 - 27
Ninja ScrollMovie · 1993 · 94m · Fantasy, Adventure, AnimationSet in feudal Japan, this action film follows Jubei, a masterless ninja who works as a mercenary. His freedom leads him on many adventures, but his life is threatened when a plot to control the country unfolds. The story shows the complex power struggles of the time, as Jubei's loyalty is challenged by political intrigue. He must use his skills to survive and uphold his reputation as the best ninja.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 28
Death Note Relight 2: L's SuccessorsMovie · 2009 · 100m · TV Movie, Thriller, AnimationThe next person to take on the role of L must analyze L's loss if he wants to succeed where L failed. At the SPK headquarters, he asks the Japanese task force to declare war on Light. This is a summary of episodes 27 through 37 of Death Note, featuring new footage.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.4 - 29
Summer WarsMovie · 2009 · 114m · Animation, Science FictionKenji Koiso, a teenage math prodigy, takes a summer job in his crush Natsuki's hometown. He discovers her family is gathered for their matriarch's 90th birthday and is asked to pretend to be Natsuki's fiancé. Simultaneously, Kenji's efforts to solve a complex mathematical problem inadvertently trigger a collision between our world and a parallel one.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 30
Wicked CityMovie · 1987 · 82m · Animation, Action, FantasyWhen parallel universes exist alongside each other, a delicate peace between Earth and the demon-filled Black World is ending. Human detective Taki and demonic investigator Maki are tasked with protecting a diplomat vital to securing a new treaty. But a radical group of demons plans to assassinate the diplomat, risking war that could destroy Earth. Taki and Maki, despite their differences, must rely on each other to prevent disaster and ensure humanity's survival in this action-packed story about trust, bravery, and working together.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 31
RedlineMovie · 2009 · 102m · Animation, Action, Science FictionA daring driver sets out to compete in Redline, the galaxy's most famous race, held only once every five years. His path to participation is fraught with obstacles: he must navigate powerful criminal organizations, government interference, and personal relationships.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5 - 32
Okko's InnMovie · 2018 · 94m · Animation, Comedy, FantasyOrphaned at 12 after a car accident, Oriko Seki lives with her grandmother at the family's Onsen Ryokan, "Haru no Ya," sharing the space with a ghost named Uribou. Amidst the unusual circumstances, she begins training to become the next innkeeper. Initially resistant, Oriko gradually develops pride in the title and dedicates herself to her training, marking the start of her journey toward becoming a strong young woman.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 33
Wolf ChildrenMovie · 2012 · 117m · Animation, Family, DramaFollowing the sudden death of her werewolf lover in an accident, a woman is left to raise their two children. Their inheritance of their father’s traits creates unforeseen difficulties for her.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.2 - 34
The Princess and the PilotMovie · 2011 · 99m · Adventure, Animation, DramaFor years, the Levamme Empire and the Amatsukami Imperium have been at war. The prince of the Levamme Empire proposes marriage to Juana del Moral, promising to end the conflict within a year. Learning of this, the Amatsukami attack Juana's home, threatening her life. To fulfill the prince's promise, the San Maltilia Airforce hires a mixed-race mercenary – a bestado – to secretly fly Juana to him.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.8 - 35
A Wind Named AmnesiaMovie · 1990 · 80m · Animation, Drama, Science FictionAfter a global event wipes everyone's memories, people struggle to rebuild society and relearn how to communicate. A young man embarks on a journey across America, driven by a desire to understand his lost past and the cause of the disaster. He has fragmented recollections of his former life and hopes to piece together his identity while helping others navigate this confusing new world. His travels through a landscape recovering from the catastrophe become a quest for meaning, exploring themes of memory, identity, and hope in a time of uncertainty.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 36
Tokyo GodfathersMovie · 2003 · 92m · Animation, Drama, ComedyOn Christmas Eve, three homeless people in Tokyo find a newborn baby discarded in the trash and decide to search for the child's parents.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.9 - 37
Gold Kingdom and Water KingdomMovie · 2023 · 116mTwo neighboring countries were constantly at odds, arguing over minor issues. Their disputes escalated into war over the seemingly trivial matter of dog waste cleanup. To resolve the conflict, a divine intervention dictates that the leader of Country A will marry the most beautiful woman of Country B, and the leader of Country B will marry the wisest man of Country A. Consequently, Princess Saara of Country A unexpectedly encounters a young man from Country B...IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.8 - 38
Final Fantasy VII: Last OrderMovie · 2005 · 25m · Action, Adventure, AnimationFollowing the destruction of Nibelheim by Sephiroth, Zack and Cloud are fugitives from Shinra Inc. While traveling back to Midgar, they are haunted by the traumatic events of Nibelheim and must fight to survive Shinra's pursuit.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.6 - 39
No Game, No Life: ZeroMovie · 2017 · 106m · Adventure, Animation, DramaSix thousand years before Sora and Shiro, a devastating war ravaged the land, shattering the heavens and threatening humanity's existence. Amidst the chaos, a young man named Riku guides humanity towards a hopeful future. While exploring the ruins of an Elf city, he encounters Schwi, an exiled android who seeks to understand the meaning of a human heart. She asks him to teach her what it means to feel.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.8 - 40
Fighting Spirit: Champion RoadMovie · 2003 · 90m · Animation, Action, ComedyIppo Makunouchi, Japan's reigning Featherweight champion, faces his first title defense against Sanada Kazuki, a former Jr. Featherweight champion and medical student. Adding to the intensity, Sanada is trained by Hama Dankichi, a rival of Ippo’s former trainer, Kamogawa. The situation is complicated further because Sanada works at the same hospital where Kumi, Ippo's love interest, is a nurse, and the entire hospital is rooting for him. Ippo must not only defend his championship but also fight to win back her heart.IMDb 8.1TMDB 6.8 - 41
Fighting Spirit - Mashiba vs. KimuraMovie · 2003 · 60m · Animation, Comedy, DramaKimura's long-awaited championship fight arrives at the annual Champion Carnival. He faces a formidable opponent in Mashiba for the Junior Lightweight title.IMDb 8.1TMDB 6.9 - 42
OVERLORD: The Sacred KingdomMovie · 2024 · 134m · Action, Adventure, AnimationAfter twelve years of playing his favorite online game, Momonga logs in for the final time and is unexpectedly transported into the game's world, permanently inhabiting his avatar. His character rises to become the powerful Sorcerer King Ains Ooal Gown. The peaceful Sacred Kingdom, protected by a massive wall, faces a crisis when the Demon Emperor Jaldabaoth attacks with an army of monstrous beings. The neighboring Slane Theocracy, fearing invasion, appeals for help to the Sorcerer Kingdom. Ains Ooal Gown answers the call, uniting the kingdom's forces and undead army with the Sacred Kingdom and the Slane Theocracy to confront the Demon Emperor.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.8 - 43
PaprikaMovie · 2006 · 90m · Animation, Science Fiction, ThrillerChaos erupts when a device enabling therapists to enter patients' dreams is stolen. The only one who can retrieve it and prevent disaster is a young therapist named Paprika.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.8 - 44
MemoriesMovie · 1995 · 113m · Fantasy, Animation, Science FictionThis animated anthology film features three separate stories examining isolation, fear, and the impact of human choices. "Magnetic Rose" tells of a salvage crew who find a deserted spaceship and become trapped in a dangerous, illusory maze. "Stink Bomb" centers on a lab worker who is transformed into a deadly virus after taking a cold tablet, questioning scientific advancement and our connection to nature. "Cannon Fodder" depicts a city enduring constant war against an unseen enemy, showcasing humanity's strength and harshness when pushed to the limit. Each story offers a compelling look at human experiences within imaginative settings.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 45
Cardcaptor Sakura: The Sealed CardMovie · 2000 · 80m · Animation, Adventure, FantasyWith all the Clow Cards secured, Sakura Kinomoto, the new Card Master, is preparing for the town festival play. But strange things are happening in Tomoeda – including the disappearance of Sakura's cards – caused by a new evil. Sakura and Syaoran must work together to uncover the source of these disturbances and protect their town.IMDb 7.7TMDB 8.1 - 46
The Girl Who Leapt Through TimeMovie · 2006 · 98m · Fantasy, Animation, DramaSeventeen-year-old Makoto Konno discovers she can jump back in time. At first, she uses this ability to fix her grades and avoid embarrassing moments. But she quickly learns that altering the past has unexpected consequences, and she must ultimately use her powers to determine the future for herself and her friends.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.8 - 47
The AnimatrixMovie · 2003 · 102m · Animation, Science FictionFrom the team behind the Matrix trilogy comes a series of animated shorts that explore the world and central conflict of the Matrix universe. These films blend computer animation with Japanese anime styles, offering background stories on the struggle between humans and machines. The collection includes: Final Flight of the Osiris, The Second Renaissance, Kid's Story, Program, World Record, Beyond, A Detective Story, and Matriculated.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 48
Perfect BlueMovie · 1998 · 82m · Animation, ThrillerMima, a rising pop star, is encouraged by her management to star in a popular TV show. Balancing her music career with this new challenge, she begins to notice a disturbing pattern. Her managers and collaborators are being murdered, one by one, making her increasingly fearful of the repercussions. The film explores identity, fame, and the merging of reality and fiction as Mima tries to uncover the truth behind these unsettling events while trying to keep her career going.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.3 - 49
Vampire Hunter D: BloodlustMovie · 2001 · 103m · Animation, Fantasy, HorrorD, a renowned half-vampire, joins forces with a diverse group of bounty hunters to find Charlotte Elbourne. She has apparently been taken by vampire Lord Meier Link.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6
