Fullmetal Alchemist 2003
What is Fullmetal Alchemist?
Fullmetal Alchemist is a Japanese anime television series that aired from 2003 to 2004. The show follows two young brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, who are raised as skilled alchemists.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2003
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 51
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 4, 2003
- Last aired
- Oct 2, 2004
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- TBS
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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Overview
Fullmetal Alchemist is a Japanese anime television series that aired from 2003 to 2004. The show follows two young brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, who are raised as skilled alchemists. After a forbidden alchemical ritual goes wrong, the brothers suffer severe injuries and begin searching for the fabled philosopher's stone, which they believe can restore their bodies. The series was produced by Bones in collaboration with Mainichi Broadcasting System and Aniplex. It is loosely based on the manga of the same name by Hiromu Arakawa. The anime features character voices from performers such as Romi Park, Rie Kugimiya, and Vic Mignogna. Seiji Mizushima directed the series, with scripts contributed by several writers. The story combines elements of fantasy, adventure, and drama as the protagonists face both personal and societal challenges in their quest.
Should you watch it?
“Two brothers embark on a perilous quest to restore their bodies after a forbidden alchemy ritual fails.”
- engaging premise
- unique world-building
- contains intense themes
Watch it if you enjoy stories about the consequences of forbidden science and the bond between siblings.
The series is rated TV-14 due to its dramatic and intense subject matter.
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Season 1 · 51 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Those Who Challenge the Sun Mytharc Oct 4, 2003
- E2 Body of the Sanctioned Core Oct 11, 2003
- E3 Mother Core Oct 18, 2003
- E4 A Forger's Love Core Oct 25, 2003
- E5 The Man with the Mechanical Arm Core Nov 1, 2003
- E6 The Alchemy Exam Core Nov 8, 2003
- E7 Night of the Chimera's Cry Core Nov 15, 2003
- E8 The Philosopher's Stone Core Nov 22, 2003
- E9 Be Thou for the People Core Nov 29, 2003
- E10 The Phantom Thief Core Dec 6, 2003
- E11 The Other Brothers Elric (1) Core Dec 13, 2003
- E12 The Other Brothers Elric (2) Mytharc Dec 20, 2003
- E13 Fullmetal vs. Flame Core Dec 27, 2003
- E14 Destruction's Right Hand Core Jan 10, 2004
- E15 The Ishbal Massacre Mytharc Jan 17, 2004
- E16 That Which Is Lost Core Jan 24, 2004
- E17 House of the Waiting Family Mytharc Jan 31, 2004
- E18 Marcoh's Notes Core Feb 7, 2004
- E19 The Truth Behind Truths Core Feb 14, 2004
- E20 Soul of the Guardian Core Feb 21, 2004
- E21 The Red Glow Core Feb 28, 2004
- E22 Created Human Core Mar 6, 2004
- E23 Heart of Steel Core Mar 13, 2004
- E24 Bonding Memories Core Mar 20, 2004
- E25 Words of Farewell Core Mar 27, 2004
- E26 Her Reason Core Apr 3, 2004
- E27 Teacher Core Apr 10, 2004
- E28 All is One, One is All Core Apr 17, 2004
- E29 The Untainted Child Core Apr 24, 2004
- E30 Assault on South Headquarters Core May 1, 2004
- E31 Sin Core May 8, 2004
- E32 Dante of the Deep Forest Core May 15, 2004
- E33 Al, Captured Core May 29, 2004
- E34 Theory of Avarice Core Jun 5, 2004
- E35 Reunion of the Fallen Core Jun 12, 2004
- E36 The Sinner Within Core Jun 19, 2004
- E37 The Flame Alchemist, The Bachelor Lieutenant & The Mystery of Warehouse 13 Core Jun 26, 2004
- E38 With the River's Flow Core Jul 3, 2004
- E39 Secret of Ishbal Core Jul 10, 2004
- E40 The Scar Core Jul 17, 2004
- E41 Holy Mother Core Jul 24, 2004
- E42 His Name Is Unknown Core Jul 24, 2004
- E43 The Stray Dog Core Jul 31, 2004
- E44 Hohenheim of Light Core Aug 7, 2004
- E45 A Rotted Heart Mytharc Aug 21, 2004
- E46 Human Transmutation Core Aug 28, 2004
- E47 Sealing the Homunculus Core Sep 4, 2004
- E48 Goodbye Core Sep 11, 2004
- E49 The Other Side of the Gate Core Sep 18, 2004
- E50 Death Mytharc Sep 25, 2004
- E51 Laws and Promises Mytharc Oct 2, 2004
Frequently asked questions
What is alchemy in this series?
It is a mystical power that functions as a blend of magic, art, and science to alter the natural world.
What motivates the brothers?
They seek the fabled philosopher's stone to save themselves after being severely injured.
Are there different versions of this series?
Yes, the franchise includes multiple adaptations such as the 2003 series and Brotherhood.
Is this based on a manga?
Yes, the series is based on the Japanese manga created by Hiromu Arakawa.
What is the meaning of the title?
The title translates to Alchemist of Steel.