Anime That Deserve a “Brotherhood”-Style Remake Immediately

Many anime series have suffered because they outpaced their original stories, veered into unadapted content, or ended prematurely. A complete remake, similar to how ‘Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood’ revisited its manga, would allow these shows to include missing plotlines, resolve inconsistencies, and deliver the story as the author originally envisioned. Here are twenty series where the source material continued beyond the anime, had a different ending, or wasn’t adapted consistently, and how a remake could address those issues.

‘Tokyo Ghoul’ (2014–2018)

The anime adaptation by Studio Pierrot took a different path from the original manga starting with the ‘√A’ arc, creating inconsistencies with later storylines. When adapting ‘Tokyo Ghoul:re,’ the anime rushed through important character arcs and organizations, resulting in underdeveloped conflicts and investigations. The manga presented a much more detailed and organized depiction of the CCG, ghoul groups, and Kaneki’s evolving identity. A remake could faithfully follow the manga’s order, starting with the raid on Anteiku and continuing through the conclusion of ‘re,’ ensuring all key reveals are properly presented.

‘The Promised Neverland’ (2019–2021)

The first season of the CloverWorks anime followed the story closely, but the second season left out significant parts of the plot. Important details about the demon world and how the characters traveled were rushed or explained quickly. Storylines involving the Seven Walls and important partnerships weren’t developed well. A remake could bring back these missing adventures and make the characters’ escape plan more logical and detailed.

‘Soul Eater’ (2008–2009)

I’ve been a fan of Bones since the manga, and I was really excited when it became an anime. It’s cool, but I always felt like the anime started to go its own way near the end, changing or leaving out things from the later parts of the manga. The manga built up to the final fight with some really interesting conspiracies and character development, which the anime didn’t quite get to explore. If they ever did a remake, I’d love to see them follow the manga’s order and include all those later reveals – it would make the ending feel so much more complete!

‘Claymore’ (2007)

The Madhouse anime took a different direction after the Northern Campaign, resulting in a unique ending. Several key storylines from the manga – including the Organization’s secret experiments, the powerful awakened beings, and the full scale of the war – were never animated. The original manga ending also featured different character dynamics and more satisfying conclusions to long-running plot threads. A remake that stays true to the source material could continue the story after the Pieta arc and deliver the intended ending.

‘Berserk’ (1997–1998)

The 1997 anime series only covers the first part of the story, known as the Golden Age, and presents it with a unique narrative structure. Subsequent adaptations have been inconsistent, skipping over large portions of the manga and only showing parts of some storylines. The original manga continues much further, introducing new arcs like the Black Swordsman and the Falcon of the Millennium Empire. A complete remake could faithfully adapt the entire story, following the manga’s original order.

‘Akame ga Kill!’ (2014)

As a long-time fan of the series, I’ve always felt White Fox’s adaptation took a bit of a turn. They followed the manga pretty closely at first, but the second half really went its own way. Major fights, what happened to key characters, and even the big political stuff at the end were different from the original story. The manga takes its time building up the clashes between Night Raid and the Empire, showing all the strategic moves and the consequences. Honestly, a remake could be amazing if it stuck closer to the source material and gave us the complete, unaltered final arcs.

‘Deadman Wonderland’ (2011)

The anime adaptation of the series only covers the first part of the story, stopping before a second season could be made. The original manga goes much further, delving into the origins of key groups, uncovering a wider conspiracy, and revealing the full scope of the disaster. The anime only hints at character backgrounds and the facility’s real purpose. A remake could finish the storylines and show the final battles.

‘D.Gray-man’ (2006–2016)

TMS Entertainment animated the beginning of the story and then, after a long break, adapted the ‘Hallow’ arc, skipping ahead in the plot. This meant significant parts of the conflict with Noah, the Order’s internal politics, and Allen’s development were either left out or felt disjointed. The later chapters of the manga reveal important answers about the Fourteenth and the Heart. A complete and consistent adaptation could bring the whole story together smoothly, without skipping parts or leaving gaps.

‘Gantz’ (2004)

After the first few adventures, the Gonzo series took a different path than the original plan, leading to a unique ending. The manga continued with long story arcs that built upon the world’s rules, raised the stakes, and broadened the hunts to an international scale. Some important details about the mysterious spheres and the ultimate goal of the series haven’t been shown in the TV adaptation. A remake could faithfully follow the manga’s story from beginning to end.

‘Full Metal Panic!’ (2002–2018)

This series was produced by several different animation studios – Gonzo, Kyoto Animation, and Xebec – and had significant gaps between seasons. The TV adaptation didn’t cover all of the original light novels, and some stories were either left out completely or only shown in part, resulting in an incomplete storyline. The original novels, however, offer a complete resolution with clear endings for all characters and plot threads. A new, continuous remake could adapt every novel in order, finally finishing the story.

‘Toriko’ (2011–2014)

I was really disappointed when the Food Wars! anime seemed to wrap up early. It felt like they had to cut things short, and some of the more intense stuff was toned down. The manga, though, is incredible! It goes so much deeper into how the culinary world works – the powers, the ingredients, and the really dangerous threats they face. There were whole storylines, like the arcs focusing on the Eight Kings and the final battles, that we never even got to see animated. Honestly, I think a remake could finally give the series the epic conclusion it deserves, showing off everything the author originally planned.

‘REBORN!’ (2006–2010)

The Artland anime series ends before the manga finishes its story. Several storylines from the manga—including new families, challenges, and the resolution of key curses—weren’t animated. The manga also expands on character powers and solves mysteries that the anime leaves unanswered. A potential new series could pick up where the anime left off and continue until the manga’s actual ending.

‘Elfen Lied’ (2004)

Okay, so the original anime, Elfen Lied, kind of rushed things. It covered the first part of the manga pretty faithfully, but then went off on its own for the ending. The manga itself? It’s still going, and it’s way deeper. We’re talking a lot more backstory on the Diclonius, different things happening to the characters, and a much bigger conspiracy unfolding. Honestly, a remake could be amazing because so many cool confrontations and reveals from the manga never even made it to the screen. It would really finish the story the way it was meant to be – a proper sci-fi horror experience.

‘Btooom!’ (2012)

The Madhouse anime adapted the initial survival portions of the story but ended before the plot was fully resolved. The manga expands on this with more stages, changing alliances, and multiple possible endings. Important gameplay elements and the true conclusion were never shown in the anime. A continuation or remake could fully cover the entire island adventure and what happens afterward.

‘Pandora Hearts’ (2009)

The original Xebec anime adaptation finished before the manga was complete, leaving some plot points unresolved. Later chapters of the manga provided clearer explanations of the world’s rules, the Baskerville family, and the backstories of the main characters. The TV series finale presented events that didn’t align with the manga’s story. A new adaptation could faithfully follow the manga’s unfolding mystery and deliver the intended conclusion.

‘Air Gear’ (2006)

The animated series covers the beginning of the story, stopping before the major tournament and power-ups that happen later in the original manga. Later animated episodes only adapt a few specific chapters. The manga itself introduces bigger team conflicts and new technology. A fresh adaptation could finally finish the tournament storyline and fully explore the intended development of the characters and powers.

‘Noragami’ (2014–2015)

Bones reworked the introductory material and scenes centered on Bishamon, then stopped production. The manga fully resolves Yato’s backstory, the rules governing gods and names, and the main villain’s storyline. However, several important story arcs were never adapted into animation. A fresh start with a complete remake would allow viewers to experience the full mythology and satisfying character development from beginning to end.

‘Blade of the Immortal’ (2008–2019)

The 2008 Bee Train anime only covered part of the original manga, while the 2019 version by LIDENFILMS tried to fit the entire 30-volume story into a shorter number of episodes. This meant many fights and journeys were cut short, and characters developed very quickly. The original manga takes its time, exploring different families, long-held grudges, and ideas about violence. A longer remake could tell the complete story at the pace the author intended.

‘Twin Star Exorcists’ (2016–2017)

The anime studio Pierrot initially followed the manga closely, but later introduced its own storylines and characters. Important story arcs from the manga, focusing on supernatural organizations, training, and final battles, weren’t included in the anime. The manga continues to develop characters’ powers in a planned way and has clear villains. A reboot that stays true to the manga could fix the timeline and build up to the major conflicts more effectively.

‘Seraph of the End’ (2015)

The Wit Studio anime covers the initial vampire invasions and the battles around Nagoya, adding some original content to wrap up each season. The manga explores the war between humans and vampires in more detail, with complex experiments, shifting alliances, and surprising twists revealed later on. However, several key story arcs that significantly change how we see the main characters haven’t been adapted for the screen. A new adaptation could follow the manga’s storyline exactly, finally bringing the war to a proper ending.

Let us know in the comments which TV series you’d most like to see remade! What shows do you think we forgot to mention, and which storylines would you love to see brought to life with animation?

2025-11-21 08:17