10 Longest Running Anime Series of All Time

10 Longest Running Anime Series of All Time

10 Longest Running Anime Series of All Time: These anime have remained popular throughout time while other anime come and go.

Gintama

Gintama

With more than 367 episodes, Gintama has been on the air for 12 years. Gintoki Sakata, a former swordsman, has abandoned his life of killing.

Naruto

Naruto

With over 720 episodes, Naruto has been on television for 15 years. Naruto is among the longest-running series of all time.

One-Piece

One-Piece

Since its debut 23 years ago, One Piece has aired 1040 episodes. One Piece is among the longest-running manga series ever and is a universal hit.

Dragon Ball

Dragon Ball

The first of Dragon Ball’s 639 episodes aired roughly 32 years ago. The enduring Akira Toriyama manga, which in turn was inspired by the Chinese classic Journey to the West.

Gundam

Gundam

Over 857 episodes of Gundam have been broadcast over its 39-year history. It is among the most well-known and successful anime franchises ever.

Pokémon

Pokémon

Pokémon has been on television for 25 years and has 1115 episodes. The anime will likely have new seasons as long as Pokémon video games are produced.

Shin-chan

Shin-chan

Shin-chan has 1122 episodes and has been on television for 30 years. Crayon is a slice-of-life anime featuring some of the silliest character designs ever.

Sazae-San

Sazae-San

Sazae-san has been on television for 53 years and has over 7881 episodes. It is among the longest-running TV series of all time, easily surpassing powerhouses like The Simpsons.

Case Closed

Case Closed

There have been more than 1026 episodes of Case Closed over the course of 26 years. Shinichi Kudo is a smart young detective.

Chibi Maruko-chan

Chibi Maruko-chan

With over 1,329 episodes, Chibi Maruko-chan has been on television for 27 years