They Were Eleven
1986 · 40 years ago
This 1986 sci-fi OVA, They Were Eleven, offered a mature take on space exploration and identity. It challenged audiences with its complex narrative and thoughtful themes.
7.1 Score
All days The Almanac · Sunday, November 1, 2026
On This Day in Anime
Premieres, finales and forgotten gems tied to today — plus what fans are watching right now.
Premiered on this day
Premiered on this day40 years agoThey Were Eleven
Premiered on this day31 years agoGunsmith Cats
![We Never Learn: BOKUBEN - The Predecessor [X] with Elegance with the Missing Item on the Beach](https://img.seasonalanime.com/i/v1/ad4247bf-1b52-4a1b-9bfe-2a9c341ef705/w400)
Premiered on this day7 years agoWe Never Learn: BOKUBEN - The Predecessor [X] with Elegance with the Missing Item on the Beach
Premiered on this day39 years agoDevilman: The Birth
Premiered on this day8 years agoDragon Ball Super: Broly - Skytree Super
Premiered on this day21 years agoLoveless Specials
Premiered on this day18 years agoSonic Night of the Werehog
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Franchise31 years ago
OriginGunsmith CatsGrew into a 3-entry franchise
OriginGunsmith CatsGrew into a 3-entry franchiseEnded on this day
Gunsmith Cats
1995 · 31 years ago
The action-packed OVA Gunsmith Cats debuted 31 years ago, delivering stylish gunfights and high-octane car chases. This seinen adaptation quickly became a fan favorite for its kinetic energy and memorable characters.
7.4 Score
We Never Learn: BOKUBEN - The Predecessor [X] with Elegance with the Missing Item on the Beach
2019 · 7 years ago
Seven years ago, the OVA 'The Predecessor [X] with Elegance with the Missing Item on the Beach' from We Never Learn: BOKUBEN arrived. This installment offered fans more of the romantic comedy and school life hijinks they loved.
7.3 Score
Devilman: The Birth
1987 · 39 years ago
39 years ago, Devilman: The Birth, a dark OVA delving into the origins of the iconic demon-human hybrid, was released. It explored the supernatural and the horrific consequences of demonic possession with unflinching intensity.
7.2 Score
Dragon Ball Super: Broly - Skytree Super
2018 · 8 years ago
Eight years ago, the special 'Dragon Ball Super: Broly - Skytree Super' was released. This short addition offered fans a brief, action-packed glimpse into the world of Dragon Ball Super.
7.2 Score
Loveless Specials
2005 · 21 years ago
The Loveless Specials, a collection of six short episodes, debuted 21 years ago. These specials offered a lighter, comedic look at the characters and world of the josei series.
6.4 Score
Sonic Night of the Werehog
2008 · 18 years ago
Eighteen years ago, the animated short Sonic Night of the Werehog was released. This action-packed special provided fans with a fun, albeit brief, adventure featuring the iconic blue hedgehog.
6.6 Score
Gunsmith Cats
1995 · 31 years ago
♪ Gunsmith Cats Theme · Peter Erskine
fall 2016
2016 · 10 years ago
Ten years ago, the Fall 2016 anime season delivered a diverse slate of shows, including the highly anticipated Haikyu!! 3rd Season and the critically acclaimed March Comes In Like a Lion. It was a season marked by strong sequels and notable new series.
Gunsmith Cats
1995 · 31 years ago
Thirty-one years after its premiere, the OVA series Gunsmith Cats remains a popular watch. Its blend of action, comedy, and seinen appeal continues to draw viewers in.
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Gunsmith Cats
1995 · 31 years ago
Grew into a 3-entry franchise
+2 3 entries
Spiritpact
2016 · 10 years ago
Ten years ago, the boys' love supernatural action series Spiritpact aired its final episode. The series, spanning 20 episodes across its original run, offered a unique blend of romance and supernatural conflict.
7.2 Score
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Spiritpact concluded its run 10 years ago
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Ten years ago, fans said goodbye to Spiritpact, an original net animation that blended boys' love themes with supernatural action. Over its 20-episode run, the series explored the complex relationship between its protagonists as they navigated demonic threats and personal struggles.
The series is remembered for its distinct take on the BL genre, incorporating supernatural elements and action sequences. For viewers who appreciate genre fusions and stories centered on intense interpersonal dynamics, Spiritpact offers a compelling narrative arc.
Premiered on this day They Were Eleven
This 1986 sci-fi OVA, They Were Eleven, offered a mature take on space exploration and identity. It challenged audiences with its complex narrative and thoughtful themes.