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Frieren surpasses Attack on Titan as most popular anime

Rafael Shinzo
By Rafael Shinzo
My name is Rafael Alves, known as Rafael Shinzo. I have a background in Japanese pop culture and created AnimeNew in 2009 with the mission of providing reliable coverage...
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17/09/2025
Frieren surpasses Attack on Titan as most popular anime

When it comes to the world's anime Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin) always comes to mind. The series premiered in 2013 and became a landmark with its intense narrative, epic battles, and dramatic twists. Over four seasons, the anime captivated millions of viewers and marked a generation. However, since its conclusion, the series has lost its grip on fandom conversations.

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On the other hand, a new title gained strength and managed to surpass Attack on Titan in popularity: Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (Sousou no Frieren) MyAnimeList (MAL) ranking , even surpassing Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood , which had reigned at the top for over a decade.

Attack on Titan drops in MyAnimeList rankings

Shingeki no Kyojin Attack on Titan
Anime / SeasonNote (MyAnimeList)Ranking Position
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (S1)9.29#1
Attack on Titan – Season 18.56#118
Attack on Titan – Season 28.50#143
Attack on Titan – Season 3 (Part 1)8.83#48
Attack on Titan – Season 3 (Part 2)9.05#4
Attack on Titan – Final Season (Part 1)8.79#61
Attack on Titan – Final Season (Part 2)8.87#40
Attack on Titan – Final Season (Part 3)8.92#20

Despite its success, Attack on Titan lost ground in the rankings. The first season received an 8.56 rating, ranking 118th. The series' peak, Part 2 of the third season, achieved a 9.05 rating, securing fourth place overall. Even so, it was insufficient compared to Frieren's impact.

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End achieved an impressive 9.29 rating on MAL, solidifying its position as the platform's highest-rated anime. This achievement reinforces the appeal of the series, which combines a moving narrative with profound reflections on memory, friendship, and legacy.

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End will have a 2nd season in 2026

Following the worldwide success of the first season, fans are eagerly awaiting Frieren's return. The second season has already been confirmed for release in January 2026. The release promises to mark a busy start to the year, as it will coincide with the release of the third season of Jujutsu Kaisen .

Meanwhile, Frieren's manga has returned from its recent hiatus, with new chapters published by Viz Media. For those who want to watch or revisit the first season, all episodes are available on Crunchyroll .

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