Anime Watch Order

Fullmetal Alchemist watch order

Pick one. Brotherhood and the 2003 series are two separate versions of the story, not a sequel.

  1. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (TV, 2009, 64 episodes — follows the manga, start here)
  2. Optional: The Sacred Star of Milos (film, 2011, side story)

The other version

  1. Fullmetal Alchemist (TV, 2003, 51 episodes — goes its own way halfway through)
  2. Conqueror of Shamballa (film, 2005, ending of the 2003 series)

More watch orders

This page lists the order to watch Fullmetal Alchemist in, including movies and OVAs, and what you can skip. Last checked: October 2026.