This is a list of television shows based on comics.

DC and Marvel

As so many DC and Marvel comic books have been adapted into television shows, they have separate entries:

Independents

Live-action

Animated

Manga

Manga are comics created in Japan.

Live action

Animation

  • 07-Ghost (2009)
  • 21 Emon (1991–1992)
  • 7 Seeds (2019)
  • 801 T.T.S. Airbats (1994–1996)
  • A Certain Scientific Railgun (2009–2010)
  • Adventures of Kotetsu (1996–1997)
  • After School Dice Club (2019–present)
  • After the Rain (2018)
  • Afro Samurai (2007)
  • Ajin: Demi-Human (2016)
  • Ai Yori Aoshi (2003)
  • Aim for the Ace! (1973–1974)
  • Air Gear (2006)
  • Air Master (2003)
  • Akame ga Kill! (2014)
  • Akane-chan[broken anchor] (1968)
  • Akazukin Chacha (1994–1995)
  • Akuma-kun Akuma-kun (1989–1990) Akuma-kun (2023)
  • All Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku All Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku#Anime (1992–1993, 1998) All Purpose Cultural Cat-Girl Nuku Nuku DASH! (1998)
  • Altair: A Record of Battles (2017)
  • The Amazing 3 (1965–1966)
  • Android Kikaider: The Animation (2000–2001)
  • Angel Heart (2001–2010)
  • Anmitsu Hime: From Amakara Castle (1986–1987)
  • Anonymous Noise (2017)
  • Arakawa Under the Bridge (2010)
  • Area 88 (2004)
  • Arte (2020–present)
  • Armed Girl's Machiavellism (2017)
  • Asari-chan (1982–1983)
  • Ask Dr. Rin! (2001–2002)
  • Assassination Classroom (2015–2016)
  • Astro Boy (1963–1966)
  • Astro Boy (1980–1981)
  • Astro Boy (2003–2004)
  • Astro Fighter Sunred (2008–2009)
  • Atashin'chi Atashin'chi (2002–2009) Shin Atashin'chi (2015–2016)
  • Attack No. 1 (1969–1971)
  • Attack on Titan (2013–present)
  • Attack on Titan: Junior High (2015)
  • Attacker You! (1984–1985)
  • Atom: The Beginning (2017)
  • Azuki-chan (1995–1998)
  • Baban Baban Ban Vampire (2025–present)
  • Babel II Babel II (1973) Babel II: Beyond Infinity (2001)
  • Baby & Me (1996–1997)
  • Back Street Girls (2018)
  • Baki the Grappler (2001)
  • Baki the Grappler (2018–present)
  • Baki Hanma (2021)
  • Bakusō Kyōdai Let's & Go!! (1996–1998)
  • Banana Fish (2018)
  • Barakamon (2014)
  • Bastard!! (1992–1993)
  • Bastard!! (2022)
  • Battle B-Daman (2004)
  • Battle B-Daman: Fire Spirits! (2005)
  • Beastars (2019)
  • Be-Bop High School (1990–1995)
  • Beelzebub (2011–2012)
  • Berserk (1997–1998)
  • Berserk (2016–2017)
  • Beyblade (2001–2019)
  • Big X (1964–1965)
  • Black Butler (2008–2010, 2014)
  • Black Clover (2017—present)
  • Black Jack Black Jack (2004–2005) Black Jack 21 (2006)
  • Black Lagoon (2006)
  • Blade of the Immortal (2008)
  • Blade of the Immortal -Immortal (2019—present)
  • Blast of Tempest (2012–2013)
  • Bleach Bleach (2004–2012) Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War (2022–present)
  • Blood Blockade Battlefront (2017)
  • Blood Lad (2013)
  • Blue Box (2024)
  • Blue Lock (2022–present)
  • Blue Exorcist (2017)
  • Blue Seed (1994–1995)
  • Blue Period (2021)
  • Boarding School Juliet (2018)
  • Bobobo-bo Bo-Bobo (2003–2005)
  • Bonobono Bonobono (1995–1996) Bonobono (2016—present)
  • Boruto: Naruto Next Generations (2017—present)
  • Bow: Modern Dog Tales (1993–1994)
  • Boys Over Flowers (1996–1997)
  • Bungo Stray Dogs (2016–2019)
  • The Burning Wild Man (1988)
  • Buso Renkin (2006–2007)
  • Cagaster of an Insect Cage (2020)
  • Call of the Night (2022–present)
  • The Candidate for Goddess (2000)
  • Candy Candy (1976–1979)
  • Capeta (2005–2006)
  • Captain (1983)
  • Captain Tsubasa Captain Tsubasa (1983–1986) Captain Tsubasa J (1994–1995) Captain Tsubasa: Road to 2002 (2001–2002) Captain Tsubasa (2018–2024)
  • Cardcaptor Sakura (1998–2000)
  • Case Closed Case Closed (1996–present) Case Closed: The Culprit Hanzawa (2022) Case Closed: Zero's Tea Time (2022) Detective Conan: Police Academy Arc (2021–2023)
  • Castle Town Dandelion (2015)
  • Cat's Eye (1983–1984, 1984–1985, 2025–present))
  • Cells at Work! (2019–present)
  • Ceres, Celestial Legend (2000)
  • Cestvs: The Roman Fighter (2021)
  • Chainsaw Man (2022–present)
  • Chibi Maruko-chan (1990–1992)
  • Chibi Maruko-chan (1995—present)
  • Chihayafuru (2011–2020)
  • Chikkun Takkun (1984)
  • Children of the Whales (2017)
  • Chimpui (1989–1991)
  • Chokkaku, the Stubborn Samurai Boy (1991)
  • Chrono Crusade (2003–2004)
  • The Chronicles of Kamui the Ninja (1969)
  • Chronicles of the Going Home Club (2013)
  • Chūka Ichiban! Chūka Ichiban! (1997–1998) Shin Chūka Ichiban! (2019–2021)
  • Citrus (2018)
  • City: The Animation (2025–present)
  • City Hunter (1987–1991)
  • Clamp School Detectives (1997)
  • Claymore (2007)
  • Clean Freak! Aoyama-kun (2017)
  • Cobra the Animation (2010)
  • Code:Breaker (2012)
  • Colorful (1999)
  • Cooking Papa (1992–1995)
  • Coppelion (2013)
  • Crayon Shin-chan (1992–present)
  • Crayon Shin-chan Spin-off (2016–present)
  • Croket! (2003–2005)
  • Cromartie High School (2003–2004)
  • Cutie Honey Cutie Honey (1973–1974) Cutie Honey Flash (1997–1998) Cutie Honey Universe (2018)
  • Cyborg 009 (1968)
  • Cyborg 009 (1979–1980)
  • Cyborg 009 (2001–2002)
  • Cyborg 009 VS Devilman (2015–2016)
  • Daily Lives of High School Boys (2012)
  • Dame Oyaji (1974)
  • Dandadan (2024)
  • Dandelion (2026–)
  • Dark Gathering (2023–present)
  • Darwin's Game (2020)
  • The Darwin Incident (2026–present)
  • Dash! Yonkuro (1989–1990)
  • Deadman Wonderland (2011)
  • Dear Brother (1991–1992)
  • Death Note (2006–2007)
  • Delicious in Dungeon (TBA)
  • The Demon Girl Next Door (2019–2022)
  • Demon Lord Dante (2002)
  • The Demon Prince of Momochi House (2024)
  • Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019–present)
  • Descendants of Darkness (2000)
  • Detective School Q (2003–2004)
  • Detectives These Days Are Crazy! (2025–present)
  • Devilman (1972–1973)
  • Devilman Crybaby (2018)
  • Devil Lady (1998–1999)
  • Devil's Line (2018)
  • D.Gray-man (2006–2009)
  • Di Gi Charat (1998–1999)
  • Dimension W (2011–present)
  • The Disastrous Life of Saiki Ki. (2016)
  • DNA² (1994–1995)
  • Dokaben (1976–1979)
  • Dokkiri Doctor (1998–1999)
  • Don Dracula (1982)
  • Doraemon (1973)
  • Doraemon (1979–2005)
  • Doraemon (2005–present)
  • Dorohedoro (2020)
  • Dororo (1969)
  • Dororo (2019)
  • Dororon Enma-kun Dororon Enma-kun (1973–1974) Dororon Enma-kun MeeraMera (2011)
  • Dr. Slump (1997–1999)
  • Dr. Stone (2019–present)
  • Dragon Ball Dragon Ball (1986–1989) Dragon Ball Z (1989–1996) Dragon Ball GT (1996–1997) Dragon Ball Super (2015–2018) Super Dragon Ball Heroes (2018–present) Dragon Ball Daima (2024)
  • Dragon Half (1993)
  • Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai (1991–1992)
  • Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai (2020–present)
  • Dream Soldier Wing-Man (1984–1985)
  • Drifters (2009–present)
  • Drifting Dragons (2020)
  • Dropkick on My Devil! (2018–2020)
  • Duel Masters (2001–2011)
  • Durarara! (2010–2016)
  • Eat-Man (1997–1998)
  • Edens Zero (2021–present)
  • Eiken (2003–2004)
  • Elfen Lied (2004)
  • Erased (2016)
  • Eyeshield 21 (2005–2008)
  • The Fable (2024–present)
  • Fairy Tail (2009–present)
  • Fighting Foodons (2001–2002)
  • Fire Force (2019–present)
  • First Human Giatrus (1974–1976, 1996–1997)
  • Fisherman Sanpei (1980–1982)
  • Fist of the North Star (1987–1988)
  • Flame of Recca (1997–1998)
  • Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma (2015–present)
  • From Me to You (2009–present)
  • Forest of Piano (2018–2019)
  • Frieren (2023–present)
  • Fruits Basket (2001)
  • Fruits Basket (2009–present)
  • Fujimaru of the Wind (1964–1965)
  • Fullmetal Alchemist Fullmetal Alchemist (2003–2004) Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009–2010)
  • Fushigi Yûgi (1995–1996, 1996–1998, 2001–2002)
  • Gachiakuta (2025–present)
  • Gaki Deka (1989–1990)
  • Galaxy Express 999 (1978–1981)
  • Gallery Fake (2005)
  • Gambalist! Shun (1996–1997)
  • Game Center Arashi (1982)
  • Ganbare Genki (1980–1981)
  • Ganbare, Kickers! (1986–1987)
  • Gangsta (2015)
  • Gatapishi (1990–1991)
  • GeGeGe no Kitarō (1968–1969, 1971–1972, 1985–1988, 1996–1998, 2007–2009, 2008, 2018–2020)
  • Genshi Shonen Ryu (1971–1972)
  • GetBackers (2002–2003)
  • Getter Robo Getter Robo (1974–1975) New Getter Robo (2004)
  • Ghost in the Shell Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2002–2005) Ghost in the Shell: Arise (2015) Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 (2020—present)
  • Ghost Slayers Ayashi (2006–2007)
  • Ghost Sweeper Mikami (1993–1994)
  • Giant Robo Giant Robo: The Day the Earth Stood Still GR: Giant Robo (2007)
  • Gigantor (1963–1966)
  • Girls' Last Tour (2017)
  • Gin Tama (2006–2018)
  • Go! Go! Loser Ranger! (TBA)
  • The Gokusen (2004)
  • Glass Mask (1984, 2005–2006)
  • Goku Midnight Eye (1989)
  • Gokusen (2004)
  • Golden Boy (1995–1996(
  • Goldfish Warning! (1991–1992)
  • Golgo 13 (2008–2009)
  • Gon (2012–2015)
  • Good Night World (2023)
  • Grand Blue Dreaming (2020)
  • Grander Musashi Grander Musashi (1997) Grander Musashi RV (1998)
  • Great Teacher Onizuka (1999–2000)
  • G-Taste (1999–2003)
  • Gu Gu Ganmo (1984–1985)
  • The Gutsy Frog (1972–1974)
  • Guyver: The Bioboosted Armor (2005–2006)
  • Hai! Akko Desu (1988–1992)
  • Haikara-San: Here Comes Miss Modern (1978–1979)
  • Haikyu (2014–present)
  • Hajime no Ippo Hajime no Ippo: The Fighting! (2000−2002) Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger (2009) Hajime no Ippo: Rising (2013−2014)
  • Hamtaro (2003–2013)
  • Haō Taikei Ryū Knight (1994–1995)
  • Happy Sugar Life (2018)
  • Hareluya II Boy (1997)
  • Harlock Saga (1998–1999)
  • Harris no Kaze (1966–1967)
  • Heavenly Delusion (2023–present)
  • Helck (2023)
  • Hellsing (2001–2002)
  • Hellsing: Ultimate (2006–2012)
  • Hell Teacher Nube (1996–1997)
  • Heroman (2010)
  • Hetalia: Axis Powers (2009–2016)(2021–present)
  • Hiatari Ryōkō! (1987–1988)
  • Hidamari no Ki (2000)
  • High-Rise Invasion (2021)
  • High School Girls (2006)
  • High School! Kimengumi (1985–1987)
  • High School Mystery: Gakuen Nanafushigi (1991–1992)
  • Highschool of the Dead (2010)
  • High Score Girl (2019–present)
  • Hikari no Densetsu (1986)
  • Hikaru no Go (2001–2003)
  • Hime-chan's Ribbon (1992–1993)
  • Himitsu no Akko-chan (1969–1970, 1988–1989, 1998–1999)
  • Himouto! Umaru-chan (2015–2017)
  • Hitorijime My Hero (2017)
  • Holy Knight (2012)
  • Honey Honey no Suteki na Bouken (1981–1982)
  • Horimiya (2021–present)
  • Hori-san Miyamura-kun (2012–2018)
  • Hotel Inhumans (2025–)
  • Hunter × Hunter Hunter × Hunter (1999–2001) Hunter × Hunter (2011–2014)
  • Hyper Police (1997)
  • Idaten Jump (2005–2006)
  • Igano Kabamaru (1983–1984)
  • Ikki Tousen (2003)
  • Ikki Tousen (2007)
  • Ikki Tousen (2008)
  • Ikki Tousen (2010)
  • Ikkyū-san (1978)
  • Inakappe Taishō (1970–1972)
  • Inuyasha (2000–2004)
  • Inuyasha: The Final Act (2009–2010)
  • Inuyashiki (2017)
  • Ironfist Chinmi (1988)
  • Itazura na Kiss (1990–1999)
  • Jarinko Chie (1981–1983)
  • JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (2012–present)
  • Juden Chan (2009)
  • Jujutsu Kaisen (2020–2021)
  • Jungle King Tar-chan (1993–1994)
  • The Kabocha Wine (1982–1984)
  • Kaguya-sama: Love Is War (2019–2022)
  • Kaiju No. 8 (2024–2025)
  • Kakegurui (2017–2019)
  • Kakegurui Twin (2022)
  • Karakuri Circus (2018–2019)
  • Karate Master (1971–1977)
  • Kariage-kun (1989–1990)
  • Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! (2020)
  • Kekkaishi (2006–2008)
  • Kemono Michi: Rise Up (2019–present)
  • Kengan Ashura (2019)
  • Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple (2006–2014)
  • Kero Kero Chime (1997)
  • Kick no Oni (1970–1971)
  • Kiko-chan's Smile (1996–1997)
  • Kill Blue (2026–present)
  • Killing Bites (2018)
  • Kimagure Orange Road (1987–1988)
  • Kimba the White Lion (1965–1966)
  • Kinnikuman Kinnikuman (1983–1986) Kinnikuman: Scramble for the Throne (1991–1992) Kinnikuman: Second Generation (2002–2003) Kinnikuman Second Generation: Ultimate Muscle 2 (2006) Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc (2024–present)
  • The Kindaichi Case Files The Kindaichi Case Files (1997–2000) The Kindaichi Case Files R (2014–2016)
  • Kiteretsu Daihyakka (1988–1996)
  • Kobato (2009–2010)
  • KochiKame (1996–2004, 2005–2016)
  • Kodocha (1996–1998)
  • Kokkoku (2018)
  • Komi Can't Communicate (2021)
  • Kobo, the Li'l Rascal (1992–1994)
  • Kotaro Lives Alone (2022)
  • Kōya no Shōnen Isamu (1973–1974)
  • Kunimatsu-sama no Otoridai! (1971–1972)
  • Kuroko's Basketball (2012–2015)
  • Lady!! Lady Lady!! (1987–1988) Hello! Lady Lynn (1988–1989)
  • Land of the Lustrous (2017)
  • The Laughing Salesman The Laughing Salesman (1989–1992) The Laughing Salesman NEW (2017)
  • Legend of Heavenly Sphere Shurato (1989–1990)
  • Leo the Lion (1966–1967)
  • Levius (2019–present)
  • :Li'l Miss Vampire Can't Suck Right (2025–)
  • Little Pollon (1982–1983)
  • Little Wansa (1973)
  • Love and Lies (2017)
  • Love Hina Love Hina (2000) Love Hina Again (2002)
  • Love Me, My Knight (1983–1984)
  • Lupin the Third Lupin the 3rd Part I: The Classic Adventures (1971–1972) Lupin the 3rd Part II (1977–1980) Lupin the 3rd Part III: The Pink Jacket Adventures (1984–1985) Lupin the Third: The Woman Called Fujiko Mine (2012) Lupin the 3rd Part IV: The Italian Adventure (2015–2016) Lupin the 3rd Part V: Misadventures in France (2018) Lupin the 3rd Part 6 (2021–2022)
  • Made in Abyss (2017)
  • Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic (2012–2013)
  • Magi: Adventure of Sinbad (2016)
  • Magical Circle Guru Guru Magical Circle Guru Guru (1994–1995) Doki Doki Legend Magical Circle Guru Guru (2000) Magical Circle Guru Guru (2017)
  • Magical Girl Site (2018)
  • Magical Hat (1989–1990)
  • Magical Taruruto (1988–1992)
  • Maid Sama (2010)
  • Maison Ikkoku (1986–1988)
  • Mama Loves the Poyopoyo-Saurus (1995–1996)
  • Mama wa Shōgaku 4 Nensei (1992)
  • Mami the Psychic (1987–1989)
  • Mamoette Shugogetten (1998–1999)
  • Manmaru The Ninja Penguin (1997–1998)
  • March Comes In like a Lion (2016–2018)
  • MAR (2005–2007)
  • Marmalade Boy (1994–1995)
  • The Marshmallow Times (2004–2005)
  • Marude Dameo (1991–1992)
  • Marvelous Melmo (1971–1972)
  • Mashle: Magic and Muscles (2023–2024)
  • Master Keaton (1998–1999)
  • Master of Mosquiton (1996–1997)
  • Mazinger Z (1972–1974)
  • Medalist (2025–present)
  • Megalo Box (2018)
  • Mew Mew Power (2002–2003)
  • Microman: The Small Giant (1999)
  • Miami Guns (2000)
  • Microid S (1973)
  • Midori Days (2004)
  • Midori no Makibaō (1996–1997)
  • Mikan Enikki (1992–1993)
  • Miracle Giants Dome-kun (1989–1990)
  • Mirai Keisatsu Urashiman (1983)
  • Miss Machiko (1981–1983)
  • Mission: Yozakura Family (2024–present)
  • Mister Ajikko (1987–1989)
  • Mix (2019—present)
  • Miyuki (1983–1984)
  • Mizuiro Jidai (1996–1997)
  • Mob Psycho 100 (2016–present)
  • Mobile Suit Gundam-san (2014)
  • Mojacko (1995–1997)
  • Mon Colle Knights (2000)
  • Monkey Turn Monkey Turn (2004) Monkey Turn V (2004)
  • Monster (2004–2005)
  • The Monster Kid (1968–1969, 1980–1982)
  • Mōretsu Atarō (1969–1970, 1990)
  • Mr. Tonegawa: Middle Management Blues (2018)
  • Murai in Love (2024–present)
  • Musashi no Ken (1985–1986)
  • Mushishi (2005–2016, 2014)
  • My Deer Friend Nokotan (2024)
  • My Dress-Up Darling (2022–present)
  • My Girlfriend is Shobitch (2015–2019)
  • My Hero Academia My Hero Academia (2016–present) My Hero Academia: Vigilantes (TBA)
  • My Love Story!! (2015)
  • My Monster Secret (2015)
  • The Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok (2003)
  • Nagasarete Airantō (2007)
  • Nana (2006–2007)
  • Nangoku Shōnen Papuwa-kun (1992–1993, 2003–2004)
  • Naruto (2002–2017)
  • Natsume's Book of Friends (2005–present)
  • Neighborhood Story (1995–1996)
  • Neuro: Supernatural Detective (2007–2008)
  • The New Adventures of Gigantor (1980–1981)
  • The New Adventures of Kimba The White Lion (1989–1990)
  • The New Adventures of Speed Racer (1993)
  • New Angel (1994–1995)
  • New Cutie Honey (1994–1995)
  • NieA under 7 - domestic poor @nimation (2000)
  • Ninja v. Gokudo (2025–present)
  • Ninja Hattori-kun Ninja Hattori-kun (1981–1987) Ninja Hattori-kun Returns (2013–present)
  • Ninku (1995–1996)
  • Nintama Rantarō (1993—present)
  • Nippon Sangoku (2026–present)
  • Nisekoi (2014–2015)
  • No Guns Life (2019–present)
  • Nono-chan (2001–2002)
  • Noragami (2015)
  • Norakuro Norakuro (1970–1971)
  • Notari Matsutarō Notari Matsutarō (1990–1991) Rowdy Sumo Wrestler Matsutaro!! (2014)
  • Norakuro-kun (1987–1988)
  • Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan (2010)
  • Nurse Angel Ririka SOS (1995–1996)
  • Obake no Q-Tarō Obake no Q-Tarō (1965–1967) Shin Obake no Q-Tarō (1971–1972) Obake no Q-Tarō (1985–1987)
  • Obocchama-kun (1989–1992)
  • Oh! Family (1986–1987)
  • Ohayō! Spank (1981–1982)
  • Oishinbo (1988–1992)
  • Ojamanga Yamada-kun (1980–1982)
  • One Piece (1999–present)
  • One-Punch Man (2015–present)
  • The Ones Within (2019–present)
  • Orb: On the Movements of the Earth (2024)
  • Ore wa Teppei (1977–1978)
  • Oshi no Ko (2023–present)
  • Osomatsu-kun Osomatsu-kun (1966–1967) Osomatsu-kun (1988–1989) Mr. Osomatsu (2015–2021)
  • Ouran High School Host Club (2006)
  • Outlaw Star (1998)
  • Pandora in the Crimson Shell: Ghost Urn (2016)
  • Parasyte -the maxim- (2014–2015)
  • Patalliro! Boku Patalliro! (1982–1983) Patalliro! Saiyuki (2005)
  • Patlabor: The TV Series (1989–1990)
  • Peach Girl (2005)
  • Perman (1965–1968, 1983–1985)
  • Persia, the Magic Fairy (1984–1985)
  • Pet (2020)
  • Pet Shop of Horrors (1999)
  • Phantom Thief Jeanne (1999–2000)
  • Phoenix (1987, 2004, 2020, 2023)
  • Pita-Ten (2002)
  • Plawres Sanshiro (1983–1984)
  • Plunderer (2020—present)
  • Pluto (2023)
  • Poco's Udon World (2016)
  • Pokonyan! (1993–1996)
  • Pop Team Epic (2018)
  • The Prince of Tennis (2001–2012)
  • Princess Knight (1967–1968)
  • Prison School (2015)
  • The Promised Neverland (2019—present)
  • Psychic Squad (2008–2009)
  • Puniru Is a Cute Slime (2024–present)
  • Queen Millennia (1981–1982)
  • The Quintessential Quintuplets (2019)
  • The Qwaser of Stigmata The Qwaser of Stigmata (2010) The Qwaser of Stigmata II (2011)
  • Ragna Crimson (2024–2025)
  • Rainbow: Nisha Rokubō no Shichinin (2010)
  • Rainbow Sentai Robin (1966–1967)
  • Ramen Fighter Miki (2006)
  • Ranma ½ (1989–1992, 2024–present)
  • Rave Master (2001–2002)
  • Ray the Animation (2006)
  • Real Girl (2018–2019)
  • Red Drive (2008)
  • Reborn! (2006–2010)
  • Record of Ragnarok (2021)
  • Revolutionary Girl Utena (1997)
  • Rising Impact (2024–present)
  • Rock Is a Lady's Modesty (2025)
  • Romantic Killer (2022)
  • Ronin Warriors (1988–1989)
  • Rooster Fighter (2026–)
  • The Rose of Versailles (1979–1980)
  • Ruri Rocks (2025–)
  • Rurouni Kenshin Rurouni Kenshin (1996–1998) Rurouni Kenshin (2023–present)
  • Sabu to Ichi Torimono Hikae (1968–1969)
  • Saiki K. (2016–2018)
  • Saiyuki (2000–2017)
  • Sailor Moon Sailor Moon (1992–1997) Sailor Moon Crystal (2014–2016)
  • Saint Seiya Saint Seiya (1986–1989) Saint Seiya: Hades (2002–2008) Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas (2009–2011) Saint Seiya Omega (2012–2014) Saint Seiya: Soul of Gold (2015) Saint Seiya: Saintia Shō (2018–2019) Knights of the Zodiac: Saint Seiya (2019—present)
  • Sakamoto Days (TBA)
  • Sakigake!! Otokojuku (1988)
  • Sakura Diaries (1997)
  • Sally the Witch Sally the Witch (1966–1968) Sally the Witch 2 (1989–1991)
  • Samurai Deeper Kyo (2002)
  • Sanda (2025–present)
  • Sand Land (2024–present)
  • Sarutobi Ecchan (1971–1972)
  • Sasuga no Sarutobi (1982–1984)
  • Sazae-san (1969—present)
  • School Rumble School Rumble (2004–2005) School Rumble: 2nd Semester (2006)
  • Scum's Wish (2017)
  • Sennin Buraku (1963–1964)
  • Seraph of the End (2015)
  • The Seven Deadly Sins The Seven Deadly Sins (2016) Four Knights of the Apocalypse (2023–present)
  • Sexy Commando Gaiden (1998)
  • Sgt. Frog (2004–2011)
  • Shaman King Shaman King (2001–2002) Shaman King (2021–present) Shaman King: Flowers (2024)
  • Shoot! Aoki Densetsu Shoot! (1993–1994) Shoot! Goal to the Future (2022–present)
  • Silent Möbius (1998)
  • Silver Fang -The Shooting Star Gin- (1986)
  • Shura no Toki – Age of Chaos (2004)
  • Slam Dunk (1993–1996)
  • Snow White with the Red Hair (2015–2016)
  • The Song of Tentomushi (1974–1976)
  • Sora no Manimani (2009)
  • Soul Eater (2008–2009)
  • Soul Eater Not! (2014)
  • Soul Hunter (1999)
  • Soul Hunter (2018)
  • Space Ace (1965–1966)
  • Space Cobra (1982–1983)
  • Space Pirate Captain Harlock (1978–1979)
  • Speed Racer (1967–1968)
  • Speed Racer: The Next Generation (2008–2013)
  • Speed Racer X (1997)
  • Spriggan (2022—present)
  • Spy x Family (2022–present)
  • A Star Brighter Than the Sun (2025–present)
  • Star of the Giants (1968–1971)
  • Steel Angel Kurumi Steel Angel Kurumi (1999–2000) Steel Angel Kurumi 2 (2001)
  • Stop!! Hibari-kun! (1983–1984)
  • The Summer Hikaru Died (2025–present)
  • Summer Time Rendering (2022)
  • Suraj: The Rising Star (2012–2013)
  • Suzuka (2005)
  • Sword Gai: The Animation (2018)
  • Tactics (2004–2005)
  • Taishō Baseball Girls (2009)
  • Take My Brother Away (2017–2019)
  • Tasuke, the Samurai Cop (1990–1991)
  • Teasing Master Takagi-san (2018–2019)
  • Tenjho Tenge (2004)
  • Tensai Bakabon Tensai Bakabon (1971–1972) Ganso Tensai Bakabon (1975–1977) Heisei Tensai Bakabon (1990) Rerere no Tensai Bakabon (1999–2000) Shinya! Tensai Bakabon (2018)
  • Terra Formars (2014–2016)
  • Thermae Romae (2012)
  • Thermae Romae Novae (2022)
  • This Art Club Has a Problem! (2016)
  • This Ugly yet Beautiful World (2004)
  • Those Who Hunt Elves Those Who Hunt Elves (1996) Those Who Hunt Elves 2 (1997)
  • The Three-Eyed One (1990–1991)
  • Tiger Mask Tiger Mask (1969–1971) Tiger Mask II characters (1981–1982) Tiger Mask W (2016–2017)
  • T.P BON (2024—present)
  • To Your Eternity (2021—present)
  • Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun (2020)
  • Tokimeki Tonight (1982–1983)
  • Tokko (2006)
  • Tokyo Ghoul (2018)
  • Tokyo Mew Mew Tokyo Mew Mew (2002–2003) Tokyo Mew Mew New (2022–present)
  • Tokyo Revengers (2021)
  • Tonbo! (2024–present)
  • Tonde Burin (1994–1995)
  • Tomorrow's Joe (1980–1981)
  • Toriko (2011–2014)
  • Tottemo! Luckyman (1994–1995)
  • Touch (1985–1987)
  • Toward the Terra (2007)
  • Triage X (2015)
  • Trigun Trigun (1998) Trigun Stampede (2023–present)
  • Triton of the Sea (2002)
  • Tsuide ni Tonchinkan (1987–1988)
  • Tsurupika Hagemaru (1988–1989)
  • Übel Blatt (2025–present)
  • Undead Unluck (2023)
  • Uncle from Another World (2022–2023)
  • Ultimate Muscle (2002–2006)
  • UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie (2002–2006)
  • Ultra B (1987–1989)
  • Ultraman (2019–present)
  • UQ Holder! (2017––2018)
  • Urusei Yatsura Urusei Yatsura (1981–1986) Urusei Yatsura (2022–2024)
  • Uzumaki (2024)
  • The Vampire Dies in No Time (2021–2023)
  • Vampire Knight (2008)
  • Vampire Princess Miyu (1997–1998)
  • Vinland Saga[broken anchor] (2019–present)
  • Violinist of Hameln (1996–1997)
  • Virtual Hero (2018–2020)
  • Vixens (1995–1996)
  • Wandering Sun (1971)
  • The Way of the Househusband (2021–present)
  • We Never Learn (2019)
  • Wedding Peach (1995–1996)
  • Welcome to the Ballroom (2017)
  • Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun (2020–present)
  • What's Michael? (1988–1989)
  • Whistle! (2002–2003)
  • Wild 7 (2002)
  • Wild Knights Gulkeeva (1995)
  • Wind Breaker (2024–2025)
  • Witch Watch (2025–)
  • World Trigger (2014–2022)
  • World War Blue (2012–2013)
  • Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku (2018–2021)
  • X (2001–2002)
  • xxxHolic (2006–2008)
  • Ya Boy Kongming! (2022)
  • Yaiba (1993–1994, 2025–)
  • Yakyū-kyō no Uta (1977–1979)
  • Yawara! A Fashionable Judo Girl! (1989–1992)
  • Yoiko (1998–1999)
  • You're Under Arrest You're Under Arrest (1996–1997) You're Under Arrest Special (1999) You're Under Arrest 2 (2001) You're Under Arrest: Full Throttle (2007–2008)
  • Your Lie in April (2014–2015)
  • Yowamushi Pedal (2013–2018)
  • Yu-Gi-Oh! (1998–2002)
  • Yu Yu Hakusho (1992–1994)
  • YuruYuri (2011)
  • Zatch Bell! (2003–2006)
  • Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead (2023)
  • Zombie-Loan (2007)

Series about comics

  • According to Jim (2001–2009) – Andy, one of the main characters, is a fan of comics.
  • Alien Dawn (2013–2014) – Series about a boy investigating alien activity and conspiracy theories that inspired his missing father's comic book.
  • Almost Heroes (2011) – Sitcom about two brothers running their late father's comic book store.
  • American Horror Story: Cult (2017) – A part of the American Horror Story anthology. It features the character Twisty the Clown in a comic book.
  • A Pup Named Scooby-Doo (1988–1991) – Part of the Scooby-Doo franchise. In the series, Scooby and Shaggy are fans of the comic book "Commander Cool and Mellow Mutt." They often dress like the characters in the series.
  • Are You Afraid of the Dark?: Curse of the Shadows (2020) – Jai, a member of the Midnight Society, is heavily into comic books. His favorite book is "The Ghastly Grinner."
  • Bakuman (2008–2012) – Anime series about two teenage manga creators.
  • Best.Worst.Weekend.Ever. (2018) – A group of teenagers attempt to sneak into a comic book convention to show their homemade comic book to their favorite comic book author.
  • Big Bad Beetleborgs (1996–1998) – A group of kids are transformed into their favorite comic book superheroes.
  • The Big Bang Theory (2007–2019) – Most of the main characters are comic book fans. Nearly every episode references comic books.
  • Bless the Harts (2019–present) – One of the main characters, Violet Hart, is an aspiring artist who makes her own comics.
  • Blood Ties (2007) – The main protagonist, Henry Fitzroy, works as a graphic novelist.
  • Bob (1992–1993) – Sitcom about a comic book creator.
  • The Bureau of Magical Things (2018–present) – One of the main characters, Peter, is a comic book fan.
  • The Cape (2011) – An honest cop becomes a superhero based on his son's favorite comic book character.
  • Caroline in the City (1995–1999) – Sitcom about a comic strip artist.
  • The Casagrandes (2019–2022) – Like its predecessor, The Loud House, the series' background art is heavily influenced by comic strips.
  • The Comic Artist and His Assistants: The Animation (2014) – Anime about a manga author.
  • The Comic Book Greats (1991–1992) – Docuseries hosted by Stan Lee. The series interviewed various comic artists.
  • Comic Book Men (2012–2018) – A reality TV series centering on Jay and Silent Bob's Secret Stash: a comic book store owned by filmmaker Kevin Smith.
  • Comic Girls (2018) – Anime about a group of girls determined to make the best manga.
  • Comic Party (2001) – Anime about two friends who visit a Comic Party Convention.
  • Comic Party Revolution (2005) - Sequel to Comic Party.
  • Comic Store Heroes (2012) – Reality series setting in Midtown Comics.
  • The Comic Strip (1987) – Animated series featuring segments of original cartoons in the form of a comic strip.
  • Con Man (2015–2017) – Web comedy about a struggling actor eking out a living by attending comic book conventions.
  • Corner Gas (2004–2009) – The main character is an avid comic book fan.
  • Crazy Fun Park (2023–present) – The main protagonist, Chester, aspires to be a graphic novelist.
  • Creepshow (2019) – Horror anthology centering on a comic book.
  • Dark Oracle (2004–2006) – Teen drama centering on a comic book.
  • Detention (1999–2000) – One of the main characters, Jim Kim, is an obsessed comic book fan. He references comic books in each episode.
  • Doug (1991–1999) – The main protagonist, Doug, aspires to be a comic book artist. He draws his own comic book featuring his alter-ego, Quilman.
  • Downtown (1999) – The main protagonist, Alex Hanson, collects comics and toys. He is infatuated with Serena- a goth girl who works at a comic store called Starbase 12.
  • Dragons of Wonderhatch (2023–2024)- Posuka Demizu, a manga artist, works on the series as both character designer and concept artist.
  • The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants (2018–present) – Series about two boys who make their own comics. They hypnotize their principal into becoming their comic creation.
  • éX-Driver (2000–2001) – OVA series developed by manga artist Kōsuke Fujishima.
  • The Fairly OddParents (2001–2017) – The series features a reoccurring character, the Crimson Chin: a comic book superhero.
  • The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish (2024–present) – Hazel, the main protagonist, is a fan of manga. Her favorite manga is Prime Meridian Love.
  • Fanboy & Chum Chum (2009–2012) – Animated series about two comic book fans.
  • The Franchise (2024) – Comedy series about the making of a superhero movie based on a comic.
  • Geeking Out (2016) – Series exploring comic books and other forms of nerd culture.
  • Groovie Goolies (1970–1972) – Animated series featuring Archie Comics' Sabrina Spellman as a supporting character.
  • Hazbin Hotel (2017–present) – Three of the characters (Alastor, Angel Dust and Husk) were originally from the series creator's webcomic ZooPhobia.
  • Helluva Boss (2020–present) – Animated series created by web comic artist Vivienne Medrano.
  • Hero Inside (2023–present) – Animated series about comic book superheroes coming to life.
  • Heroes (2006–2010) – Series told in the form of a comic book.
  • Heroes Reborn (2015) – Series told in the form of a comic book.
  • Hey Dude (1989–1991) – One of the ranchers, Buddy, is a fan of comics. Another rancher, Danny, makes his own comic strip.
  • High School USA! (2013–2015) – Parody of Archie Comics.
  • I'm a Virgo – Cootie, the main character, reads comic books based on his favorite superhero, the Hero.
  • The Imperfects (2022) – One of the main characters, Juan Ruiz, is a graphic novelist.
  • Invader Zim (2001–2002) – Animated series created by comic artist Jhonen Vasquez.
  • I Woke Up a Vampire (2023) – Kev, one of the main characters, is a comic fan who works at a comic book store. He uses comics as a source to research supernatural beings.
  • Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre (2023) – Series with episodes adapted from manga by artist Junji Ito.
  • Keep It in the Family (1980–1983) – Britcom about a mischievous cartoonist.
  • Kid Cosmic (2020) – Animated series about a comic book fan who becomes a superhero. The format is inspired by comic books.
  • Kirk (1995–1997) – Sitcom about an illustrator taking care of his family.
  • The Life and Times of Juniper Lee (2005–2007) – Animated series created by comic artist Judd Winick.
  • The Loud House (2016–present)– The main character, Lincoln Loud, is an avid comic book fan. The series' background art is heavily inspired by comic strips.
  • Masters of Horror (2005–2007)– The episode, Jenifer, is based on a story from the horror comic Creepy by Bruce Jones and Bernie Wrightson.
  • Meteor Garden II (2022) – Sequel to the television series, Metero Garden, which is based on a manga.
  • McGee and Me! (1989–1995) – Series about an aspiring cartoonist having adventures with his creation while growing in his Christian faith.
  • Mighty Med (2013–2015) – Sitcom about two teenaged comic fans who work as doctors in a superhero hospital.
  • Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir (2015–present) – Two characters, Marc and Nathaniel, make their own Ladybug manga.
  • Mission Hill (1999–2002) – Animated sitcom about an aspiring cartoonist who lives with his teenaged brother in a big city-loft.
  • Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun (2014) - A high school girl falls for a manga artist.
  • My Secret Identity (1988–1991) – The main character, Andrew Clements, is an avid comic fan.
  • My Wife and Kids (2001–2005) – One of the main characters, Junior, is heavily involved with comic books.
  • Nerds and Monsters (2014–2016) – Most of the main characters are heavily into nerd culture, including comics. The characters are often seen reading comics.
  • Once a Hero (1987) – Series about a comic book superhero coming to life.
  • Primos (2024–2025) – Tater Ramirez Humphrey, the main protagonist, reads and draws comics and manga.
  • Private Psycho Lesson (1996) – Anime mini-series created by manga artist U-Jin.
  • Project Mc2 (2015–2017) – One of the main characters, Devon D'Marco, is a graphic novelist.
  • Queer as Folk (2000–2005) – One of the characters, Michael Novotny is an avid comic book fan. He reads comics, attends conventions, and eventually owns a comic store and writes his own comic.
  • The Real Ghostbusters - (1986–1991) – One of the main characters, Ray Stantz, is a comic book fan. His favorite comic book character is the superhero, Captain Steel, who was featured in two episodes.
  • Recess (1997–2001) – The main characters are fans of the comic book Senor Fusion.
  • Re:Creators (2017) – Anime series about comic characters coming to life.
  • The Replacements (2006–2009) – Two orphans use an ad in a comic book to replace things.
  • Rocko's Modern Life (1993–1996) – The main protagonist, Rocko, works at a comic book shop.
  • Roseanne (1988–2018) – Two of the main characters, David Healy and Darlene Conner, were graphic novelists. David was the artist and Darlene was the writer.
  • Scorpion (2014–2018) – One of the main characters, Sly, reads comics. His favorite comic book is an original character named "Super Fun Guy."
  • Scream (2015–2019) – Two of the main characters, Noah Foster and Stavo Acosta, are comic fans. Stavo draws his own horror-themed comics. Later, Noah and Stavo partner up to make their own graphic novel.
  • The Stanley Dynamic (2015–2017) – One of the main characters, Lane Stanely, works as a cartoonist.
  • Star vs. the Forces of Evil (2015–2019) – Series heavily influenced by manga such as Sailor Moon and Dragon Ball Z.
  • Supernatural Academy (2022) – One of the main characters, Mischa, is a comic artist. She also has a best friend who is heavily into comics.
  • Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan (2020) – Anime series about an eccentric manga artist.
  • Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan (2020) – Live-action series about an eccentric manga artist.
  • The Simpsons (1989–present) – The series features a reoccurring character, Comic Book Guy. He is a comic book collector who owns the local comic book store. He often criticizes and references comic books.
  • Tear Along the Dotted Line (2021) – Animated sitcom about a cartoonist in Rome and an imaginary armadillo. The series is created by comic artist Zerocalcare.
  • Too Close for Comfort (1980–1987) – Sitcom about a conservative cartoonist and his family.
  • The Troop (2009–2013) – One of the main characters is an aspiring comic artist.
  • Utopia (2013–2014) – Sci-fi series centering on a group of fans discovering that their favorite comic book is based on reality.
  • Utopia (2020) – Series based on the British television series of the same name. The series centers on a group of comic book fans.
  • Warped! (2022) – Sitcom centered in a comic book store.
  • We Baby Bears (2022) – Prequel to the series We Bare Bears, which is based on a webcomic.
  • Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa (1992–1993) – Animated series created by comic artist Ryan Brown.
  • Woke (2020–2022) – Sitcom about a black comic book artist whose perception on life is changed after being unjustly assaulted by policemen. The series is also based on a comic strip.
  • Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon (2020–present) – Sequel to the series Inuyasha. which is based on a manga.
  • Yo Gabba Gabba! (2007–2015) – Series featuring a segment of a comic hero named Super Martian Robot Girl. The segment was drawn by comic artist Evan Dorkin.
  • Young Sheldon (2017–2024) – Two characters, Sheldon Cooper and Tam Nguyen, are comic fans. They shop at a store called "Big City Comix" where Sheldon's sister, Missy, eventually works.
  • Zero (2021) – Omar, the male lead protagonist, is an aspiring manga artist.

See also