Fullmetal Alchemist (2003)
Japanese · Animation / Action & Adventure · 24 min
★ 8.2 Solid 1,096 ratings
Released 4 Oct 2003
Page updated 20 Oct 2026
FilmyChill score
Audiences rate it far above critics.
Audience★ 8.2 from 1,096 ratings on TMDB
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Fullmetal Alchemist is streaming in Japan on Prime Video, Hulu, Anime Times.
What the audience says
Fullmetal Alchemist sits near the top of Japanese series on audience ratings. It holds an 8.2/10 on TMDB from 1,096 ratings, well above what most films manage. Episodes run about 24 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Prime Video, Hulu, Anime Times.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — Japanese animation, leaning action & adventure.
- Why
- Currently 8.2/10 from 1,096 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
Two young brothers are raised as alchemists, but when they are severely injured trying to perform a forbidden act, they begin searching for the one thing that can save them; the fabled philosopher's stone.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~24 min per episode |
| Genre | Animation / Action & Adventure |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Cast

Edward Elric (voice)

Alphonse Elric (voice)

Winry Rockbell (voice)

Toru Okawa
Roy Mustang (voice)

Ryotaro Okiayu
Scar (voice)

Naomi Wakabayashi
Sheska (voice)
Where to watch in Japan
Prime VideoHuluAnime TimesdAnime
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Amazon VideoFOD
Availability as of 14 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is Fullmetal Alchemist worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Audiences rate it far above critics. It rates 8.2/10 on audience ratings. This is a first season — Japanese animation, leaning action & adventure.
Where can I watch Fullmetal Alchemist?
You can stream Fullmetal Alchemist in Japan on Prime Video, Hulu, Anime Times, dAnime.
What language is Fullmetal Alchemist in?
Fullmetal Alchemist is a Japanese series (Animation / Action & Adventure).
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