Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Rurouni Kenshin Part I: Origins List
- Samurai Champloo - Both are set in Japan and feature strong samurai characters with a blend of action and drama.
- Attack on Titan - While more modern, it features intense fights, a post-apocalyptic setting, and strong themes of survival.
- Naruto - Focuses on a young warrior's journey, friendships, and battles, similar to the journey of Kenshin.
- Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood - Explores themes of redemption and strong character arcs, with a well-written story.
- Cowboy Bebop - Offers a mix of action, deep character development, and a unique style, similar to Rurouni Kenshin.
- Bleach - Follows a boy who takes on the role of protector and warrior, with engaging battles and story arcs.
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Similar in its exploration of swordsmen, supernatural elements, and emotional depth.
- Sword Art Online - Focuses on characters with swords in various battles and emotional storylines, akin to Rurouni Kenshin.
- Akame ga Kill! - Features action-packed fights and themes of rebellion, with complex characters.
- Inuyasha - A blend of historical and fantastical elements, focusing on a warrior’s adventures.
- The Last Samurai - Set in Japan and deeply explores samurai culture, with themes of redemption and honor.
- Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Features beautiful martial arts choreography and explores loyalty and honor similar to samurai films.
- Hero - A visually stunning film with a deep storyline centered around fights for honor.
- Seven Samurai - Classic samurai film that deeply explores themes of honor and sacrifice.
- 47 Ronin - Explores the themes of loyalty and revenge, set in historic Japan.
- The Sword of Doom - Features an anti-hero and explores the darker aspects of samurai life, similar to Kenshin's struggles.
- Berserk - Delves into dark fantasy with complex characters, featuring a warrior's journey similar to Kenshin's.
- Yasuke - Follows a samurai's adventures and incorporates elements of both history and fantasy.
- One Piece - Adventures and battles reflecting themes of friendship and justice, similar to Kenshin's ideals.
- Gintama - Blends action with humor, featuring a strong anti-hero and battles, echoing similar themes.
- Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works - Involves epic battles and complex characters, with themes of honor and redemption.
- Raging Fire - A modern action film that explores themes of righteousness and confrontation similar to Kenshin.
- Shogun Assassin - Explores themes of vengeance and honor in a samurai context, similar in style to Rurouni Kenshin.
- The Twilight Samurai - A moving portrayal of a samurai's life, balancing duty and personal struggles.
- Goemon - An action-adventure drama with historical elements and a samurai at its center.
- Restless - A Japanese film that explores themes of past and honor, with dramatic tension.
- The Last Ronin - Explores themes of loyalty, honor, and revenge in a samurai context.
- Sengoku Basara: Samurai Kings - Action-packed with strong historical ties, focusing on warlords and their battles.
- Kubo and the Two Strings - Features a young hero's journey with samurai-like themes, richly animated.
- The Assassin - A beautifully shot film centering around a skilled warrior with themes of duty and honor.
- Drifters - Features a mix of historical figures and battles, combining action with historical fantasy.
- HERO: 108 - Anime that mixes action and fantasy, exploring themes of heroism and justice.
- Tsukiyono's Nocturne - A unique blend of history and fantasy with strong samurai themes.
- Your Name - While not a samurai film, it deals with themes of connection and destiny, reminiscent of Kenshin's journey.
- Mugen no Junin: Immortal - A dark samurai film that deals with vengeance and morality similar to Kenshin's story.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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2004 | Japan | Action | 56416 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 2 |
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2013 | Japan | Action | 538050 | 9.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 3 |
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2002 | Japan | Action | 132239 | 8.4 | Serie | Ended | TV-PG |
| 4 |
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2009 | Japan | Action | 202777 | 9.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 5 |
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1998 | Japan | Action | 142498 | 8.9 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 6 |
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2004 | Japan | Action | 71407 | 8.2 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-14 |
| 7 |
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2019 | Japan | Action | 161812 | 8.6 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-MA |
| 8 |
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2012 | Japan | Action | 53892 | 7.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 9 |
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2014 | Japan | Action | 30926 | 7.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 10 |
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2000 | Japan | Action | 18176 | 7.9 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 11 |
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2003 | New Zealand | Drama | 476104 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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2000 | China | Adventure | 283356 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 13 |
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2002 | China | Drama | 188490 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 14 |
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1954 | Japan | Action | 370628 | 8.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 15 |
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2013 | Japan | Action | 172637 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 16 |
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1966 | Japan | Action | 12250 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 17 |
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1997 | Japan | Action | 56325 | 8.7 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 18 |
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2021 | Japan | Action | 6329 | 6.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 19 |
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1999 | Japan | Action | 252291 | 9 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-14 |
| 20 |
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2006 | Japan | Action | 15869 | 8.7 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 21 | 2010 | Japan | Action | 1768 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | ||
| 22 |
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2021 | China | Action | 6082 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 23 |
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1980 | Japan | Action | 11381 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 24 |
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2002 | Japan | Drama | 25755 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 25 |
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2009 | Japan | Action | 5574 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 26 |
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2011 | United States of America | Drama | 18475 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 27 |
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2010 | Japan | Drama | 416 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 28 |
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2009 | Japan | Action | 543 | 6.7 | Serie | Ended | |
| 29 |
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2016 | United States of America | Action | 139511 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 30 |
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2015 | China | Action | 18133 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 31 |
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2016 | Japan | Action | 3997 | 7.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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2010 | France | Action | 1164 | 5.8 | Serie | Ended |
