---
title: "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/fullmetal-alchemist-brotherhood-2009"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 31911
imdb_id: "tt1355642"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 64
runtime_minutes: 25
community_rating: 8.7
vote_count: 2507
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/fullmetal-alchemist-brotherhood-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The television series Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is set in a fictional universe in which alchemy is a widely practiced science. The series follows the journey of two alchemist brothers as they search for the philosopher's stone. The story begins after a forbidden alchemy ritual leaves them maimed, and they set out to find the only thing that can restore their bodies. The brothers encounter various enemies and allies, including the corrupt military, the Homunculi, and foreign alchemists, who alter their course but do not change their purpose. The series is based on the manga by Hiromu Arakawa, who debuted the series in Square Enix’s publication in 2001. The series was created by Hiromu Arakawa and features characters and episodes that are part of a complete guide available on the Full Metal Alchemist Wiki. The series can be streamed on various platforms, including Netflix.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two brothers hunt for the Philosopher's Stone to restore their bodies after a forbidden alchemy ritual goes wrong."

### Why Watch
- deep exploration of moral consequences
- strong character development and brotherly bond
- intricate world-building with alchemy as core theme

### Caveats & Content Note
- requires commitment due to length
- some pacing issues in middle episodes
- Tone & Suitability: Contains violence, mature themes, and disturbing imagery; suitable for teens and up.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, emotional, philosophical, action-packed, mysterious

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amasian TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (64 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 64
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 7 (11%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 57 (89%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rie Kugimiya** as *Alphonse Elric (voice)*
- **Romi Park** as *Edward Elric (voice)*
- **Shin-ichiro Miki** as *Roy Mustang (voice)*
- **Fumiko Orikasa** as *Riza Hawkeye (voice)*
- **Megumi Takamoto** as *Winry Rockbell (voice)*
- **Iemasa Kayumi** as *Narrator (voice)*
- **Kenta Miyake** as *Scar (voice)*
- **Yuki Hayashi** as *Denny Brosh (voice)*
- **Mai Gotou** as *May Chang (voice)*
- **Hidekatsu Shibata** as *King Bradley (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this based on a manga?
Yes, it is the second anime adaptation of Hiromu Arakawa's manga series.

### Q: How does it differ from the 2003 series?
It follows the manga more closely, especially in the latter half of the story.

### Q: Is it necessary to watch the 2003 series first?
No, Brotherhood is a standalone adaptation and can be watched independently.

### Q: Are the brothers the main focus throughout?
Yes, Edward and Alphonse Elric remain the central characters driving the plot.

### Q: Does it have a satisfying ending?
Yes, the series concludes the manga's storyline with a definitive resolution.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Fullmetal Alchemist - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fullmetal_Alchemist)
- [Fullmetal Alchemist Wiki | Fandom](https://fma.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page)
- [Watch Fullmetal Alchemist | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/70204980)
- [How to Watch Fullmetal Alchemist and Brotherhood in Order](https://fandomwire.com/fullmetal-alchemist-and-brotherhood-in-order-complete-watch-guide/)
- [Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (TV Series 2009–2010) - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/title/tt1355642)
- [VIZ | The Official Website for Fullmetal Alchemist](https://www.viz.com/fullmetal-alchemist)

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