Shows Like Legend of the Galactic Heroes

If you liked Legend of the Galactic Heroes (1988), a animation and drama series, here are 20 shows with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
The Heroic Legend of Arslan (2015)
★ 7.1/10Also animation and drama
Arslan is the heir apparent of Pars, a strong nation that sits at the hear of the trade route connecting the East and the West. When the pagan nation of Lusitania begins an invasion of Pars, the timid Arslan is…
2
Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket (1989)
★ 7.9/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
In the final days of the One Year War, a Zeon special forces group infiltrates a colony to gather information on a new Gundam unit. Alfred Izuhara, a 10-year-old student, befriends Zeon rookie pilot Bernie Wiseman…
3
3x3 Eyes (1991)
★ 6.1/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
The story of a young man named Yakumo Fuuji, who through a strange series of events becomes the immortal slave of the last of a race of 3 Eyed immortals. The immortal absorbs his soul to save his life, making him…
4
Super Dragon Ball Heroes (2018)
★ 7.6/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Trunks returns from the future to train with Goku and Vegeta. However, it disappears without warning. Then the mysterious Fu bursts in, telling them that Trunks has been imprisoned in the Prison Planet, a mysterious…
5
Space Pirate Captain Harlock (1978)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
When a mysterious invader from the stars catches Earth unawares, only the legendary space pirate Captain Harlock and the crew of the Arcadia have the will to stand against them.
6
Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia (2026)
★ 8.1/10Also animation and drama
After losing her mother and her homeland, Sitara’s despair transforms into determination with the power of knowledge. New possibilities unfold when a family of scholars takes her in, deepening her education. Meanwhile…
7
Bibliophile Princess (2022)
★ 7/10Also animation and drama
When book-loving Lady Elianna spots Prince Christopher—her betrothed in name only—consorting with another noble lady, she realizes the recent rumors must be true. The prince has someone he truly loves, which means the…
8
Space Cobra (1982)
★ 8.2/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Cobra lived an adventurous life until his enemies began to hunt him down. He surgically altered his face and erased his own memory in order to hide from his foes and lead a normal life. Eventually, he regains his…
9
Star Wars: Visions (2021)
★ 7.1/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
This anthology of animated shorts from around the world celebrates the mythos of Star Wars through unique cultural lenses.
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Slayers (1995)
★ 7.5/10Also sci-fi & fantasy and animation
Follows the exploits of the young sorceress Lina Inverse, whose life revolves around food, treasure, and fighting. After stealing treasure from a group of bandits, Lina is accosted by stragglers during her journey to…
11
Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory (1991)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
It is the year 0083 of the Universal Century. The rebellious Principality of Zeon has been defeated in the One Year War by the Earth Federation. However, a faction of Zeon remnants led by Aguille Delaz fled from the…
12
Star Wars: Visions Presents - The Ninth Jedi (2026)
★ 7.3/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Kara and her ragtag Jedi crew seek out to find worthy Jedi to fight against an increasingly powerful warlord.
13
Firefly (2002)
★ 8.4/10Also drama and sci-fi & fantasy
In the year 2517, the universe is a vast frontier where lawlessness reigns and adventure awaits! Join Captain Malcolm Reynolds and his ragtag crew aboard the spaceship Serenity as they navigate the fringes of society…
14
Dragon Ball Super (2015)
★ 8.2/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
With Majin Buu defeated, Goku has taken a completely new role as...a radish farmer?! With Earth at peace, our heroes have settled into normal lives. But they can’t get too comfortable. Far away, the powerful God of…
15
Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia (2019)
★ 7.9/10Also animation and drama
Following the success in the Camelot Singularity, Ritsuka Fujimaru and Mash Kyrielight are assigned to the last Singularity in the Grand Order initiative. In Ancient Babylonia, 2500 BCE, they embark on a mission to…
16
Andor (2022)
★ 8.3/10Also sci-fi & fantasy and drama
In an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue, Cassian Andor will discover the difference he can make in the struggle against the tyrannical Galactic Empire. He embarks on a path that is destined to turn him…
17
Nina the Starry Bride (2024)
★ 8.5/10Also animation and drama
Nina never imagined she would be at the center of a royal deception. She’s had a rough start in life as an orphan in the castle town of Fortna. But when Prince Azure notices that her deep blue eyes look the same as the…
18
Fullmetal Alchemist (2003)
★ 8.2/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Two young brothers are raised as alchemists, but when they are severely injured trying to perform a forbidden act, they begin searching for the one thing that can save them; the fabled philosopher's stone.
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The Most Notorious "Talker" Runs the World's Greatest Clan (2024)
★ 7.7/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Noel is the grandson of legendary Seeker Overdeath and dreams of surpassing his strength. But it turns out that Noel is nothing but a Talker, the weakest class of them all. Undeterred, he uses his silver tongue to…
20
Now and Then, Here and There (1999)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Shu is a typical Japanese boy, but has an unbeatable, optimistic and determined attitude. However, when he sees a mysterious girl with strange eyes named Lala-Ru up on a smokestack, he is soon pulled into a strange…