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Similar style of storytelling. Black Order kinda like State Alchemists etc. Both Ed and Allen have arms that aren't their original arms. 

Both series are about someone who tried to bring someone important to them back to life… and failed. Allen Walker (D.Gray-Man) was cursed and Edward Elric (Fullmetal Alchemist) lost his right arm and left leg, which could be considered a curse. After that they both joined an organisation. Allen Walker = Black Order; Edward Elric = State Military. They both seem to have a cranky teacher (sensei). Last but not least; they are both short… ^^  

The main characters both seem similar and their beliefs are also similar. The excitement of the plot and the action are very the same. Both animes share the same excitement and it will be a very nice experience. 

Young heroes whose childhoods are marked by tragic events, their limbs altered to become weapons, fighting to redress an error in their past: these are the main elements that tie Fullmetal Alchemist and D. Gray-man together. Plus, both series draw a world that resembles ours with some crucial differences, deliberately dabbling in anachronisms. Both have a focus on action that does not hinder character development, allowing for doses of humour to lighten up the mood.  

Both have main characters with arms that functions as weapons. Both characters' childhoods featured a tragic loss for them, and the retribution they faced for trying to bring back the people they lost taint them to this very day. 

The main characters of each of these shows end up losing someone who is very precious to them, changing their destiny in the process. Also, they both have unique arms due to those events. 

Firstly, both main characters have some sort of abilities (Ed - alchemist, Allen - Exorcist), they are both nicknamed as "short" and both hate being called that. Secondly, both series features the main character being part of an organisation/order (Ed - State Alchemist, Allen - Black Order), fighting against an opposing group of enemies (Ed - Homunculi, Allen - Noah). Thirdly, both series have a lot of action and fighting scenes, bound to keep you entertained. 

Allen Walker is like a mix between Edward Elric and Alphonse Elric. He has Edward headstrong personality with Al's compassion. He even looks like them (just with gray hair and slightly older). He also has a messed up arm like Ed. The Black Order is very reminiscent of the National Alchemists organization. Any Fullmetal Alchemist fan would love D.Gray-man. The characters are similar, the themes are similar. The difference is that D.Gray-man is going to be a long anime and the storyline is slightly different. A must watch! 

Now i know that people might ask why even bother? But i i thought that someone new to anime might need some help. Now the connection from FMA to D.Gray Man might be easy to see (they both have a messed up arm). All of the connections are not so cut and dry. Ed and Allen are very similar. first of all they carry a huge wait on their shoulders and they hate being called names. there are other similarities but they might ruin the surprise. 

These two anime are so similar it's scary. I've avoided watching D Gray Man before because it looked too much like any other generic shonen, but only 10 episodes in and it hooked me good. If you liked Fullmetal, don't hesitate to give it's darker sibling D Gray a try. 

Well, for starters both these titles are the shounen, action-packed with PG-13 violence type. And there's a really obvious similarity between the main characters in these two shows--both have 'the arm'. That's right, if Allen Walker has his Anti-akuma weapon arm, then Edward Elric has his mechanical arm. Speaking of characters, both titles have unique variation among their character and you never get tired of them. What I mean is that in FMA, the Alchemists had different abilities same with the Exorcists in DGM. Each of the characters had their own way in contributing to the unfolding of the plot--which makes the plot (for both anime shows) really unpredictable, thus exciting. So, if you're life has been dull and you've been craving for some action, then go watch these two shows. They both left me with no regrets and they were definitely not a waste time for me.   

Let's see, both Edward Elric and Allen Walker tried to bring the dead to life with devastating consequences. Besides that, they joined a military organization and look their arms!! One has a metal arm the other has a..unique arm which doubles as a weapon. Both are really young. Oh, both Ed and Allen has lazy/cracky superiors (Roy and Komui) too. 

Alchemist organization is familar to Black Order imo. Main charas- Ed and All are short teenagers-ppl make fun of their height lol. both of dem has unusuall arms and they fight because of paren's loss. 

Both protagonists turn one of their loved ones into a monstrous creature. Both Edward from FMA and Allen from DGM have an arm that is not normal. Also both stories revolves around looking for precious stones. 

Both of these animes have been compared in the past and for good reason too. D. Gray Man and Full Metal Alchemist both have a strong main character with a sad, messed up past but even so, they gain strength from this. Both Edward and Allen are going for a goal and to do so, they must overcome many scary, supernatural challenges. Edward has to might the Homunculus while Allen has to fight demons/akuma, the Noah, and the Millenium Earl. Both shows are on my top 5...this is my recommendation for both D. Gray Man fans who have yet to see Full Metal Alchemist and also for Full Metal Alchemist fans who haven't seen D. Gray Man. *note* D. Gray Man starts off slow, but, it will get REALLY good really fast after that.  

The hero with a difficult past, together with their friends is trying to change the world 

CREEPY similar. First... 1)Edward/Allen suffer consequences for trying to bring dead back to life. 2)Both have teachers they are afraid of: Izumi/Cross (Hm, I wonder what would happen if they met each other? XD) 3) Komui reminds me of Hughes, what with his attitude to family members. 4) Edward/Allen both have special arms. 5) Noah family is like the homunculi; the way they just kind of come as collectibles ^^ Oh, and I believe there are seven Noah/Homunculi? 6) Lenalee kind of like Winry- aka romantic tention between her and the hero. 7) Dark Order similar to State Alchemists- most of their members are pretty young and what they do serves the community. 8) Exorcists=Alchemists- although not every alchemist is in State, they're both "selective practices", per se. 9) Milliennium Earl could be a personification of "the Gate". 10) And last but not least, the mangas were published in the same year. 0.0 I believe FMA is better overall, though. -nod-   

Both shows are about 15 year old main characters with a fake arm and a tendency to be referred to as "beansprout". They both take place in the 1800's, though D.Gray-man has a more gothic feel. If Fullmetal Alchemist and Tim Burton had a lovechild, it would be D.Gray-man. 

Edward and Allen both tried to bring someone they cared about back to life, both have special arms and both have english names.  

The main characters are both child prodigies, excelling in combat and hiding a mysterious past. Edward Elric joins up with the Military of Amestris, while Allen Walker joins the Dark Religious Organization. Both series include comedy at some times as well as blood and death at others. They can be shockingly similar to each other in some ways, while being different enough that they each have a unique flavor.  

Basically, FMA with Alphonse as the main character in place of Ed. Alan is a sweet, mellow, trusting boy with life experiences behind him and supernatural abilities, all at the age of 15. He knows of stuff the average person is unaware of and fights to combat this. As stated, his personality is similar to that of Alphonse FMA, quiet and submissive. The reason I compare these series together is down to them being so similar: - Victorian era - Child fighter - Conspiracies - Drifting - Ed's automail arm and Alan's demonic arm - Supernatural abilities - Troubled past 

Both Series take place in the age of where Technology isn't develop very far yet, though D.Grayman takes place in the early 18th century as both main characters are short and hate being called short or rather hate being called Bean Sprout, join Allen Walker as he joins a organization that is similar to a army of special people called Exorcists much like State alchemists, as the organization known as the Black Order tries to defeat a rise of the supernatural army as Allen like Edward has a traumatizing past that follows him wherever he goes as its literally on him reminding him of his past. as he tries to find the way to stop the demons known as Akumas from taking over and destroying human kind  

Very similar feel. Both have a setting with the feel of Industrial Revolution England. Both protagonists have a dark past that led to deformations/enhancements to their bodies. Both join organizations designed for people with special abilities to maintain order. They also have similar art styles, though D.Gray-Man is a little more "realistic." 

Both main characters try to bring someone back to life with big consequences. Both main characters have a different arm than normal. Dark atmoshphere but can have some little funny moments. 

This show battles like the seven deadly sins,reapers in the future . Both main characters have something to do with there arm. 

Both are similar because both have to do with a young teenage boy fighting enemies with one arm that isn't normal. Also both boys have a power that everyone doesn't.  

They are both kinda in the same mood... They are really great and they both have this kid with a weird arm! There is a bit of romance but also alot of similar kinda fights ! :D I know it's not much but i am sure you will like it! (: 

Similar theme of "old real life job given fantasy elements". 

First Of all Full Metal Alchemist has Edward Elric wanting to become a state alchemist this is similar to D.Gray-man because the character Allen Walker wants to become part of the "black order" Edward has a auto mail arm which can be formed into different shapes such as a sword. As in D.Gray-man Allen has a possessed arm which can form into different objects to like a gun, sword and all other range of weapons.  

Both shows feature alchemy, though each has it's own take on what alchemy really is. Many might not find Busou Renkin quite up to par with Fullmetal Alchemist, but both shows are great in their own ways. 

Nobuhiro Watsuki's newest anime is more like fullmetal then Rurouni Kenshin. Kazuki Mutou and Tokiko Tsumura fight homunculi with alchemic weapons. If you loved Rurouni Kenshin or Full metal alchemist then this is a must see 

Others have made the recommendation, similar themes regarding life, some different looks at alchemy, and both pretty solid shounen. 

Both animes center around alchemy. alchemy is portrayed and used differently and each show has its own ideas of what alchemy really is but the basics are very similar. in Busou Renkin alchemy is more secretive while in Full Metal Alchemist it is a well known power that is used by a special branch of the military. Full Metal Alchemist also has Homunculi which are basically the same in each anime besides how they were created. FMA is one of my favorites but they are both very good. if you like Busou Renkin then you will love FMA. 

They both involve humunculi and alchemy, but Busou has a different setting being modern Japan. The main character loses his life at the beginning and must live off a metal object which gives him powers. The story may not be as epic or on list of popularity like FMA, but if you want more alchemist vs humunculi, this one might do it. Did I mention the mentor is a dork? and it can be very strange for enemies, don't expect anything normal from those guys. 

Both deal and center around alchemy 

It's not entirely like FMA, but it does have Alchemy and Homunculi...You might wanna check it out x] 

There are alchemist and homunculus both of them. 

Both have characters who were facing death face-to-face, but were brought back to life by alchemy. 

Alchemy used in anime.  

The series are actually very different. In comparison to FMA, in Busou Renkin you can actually bring dead to life. However, both series use Alchemy as a fighting power and their enemies are homonculus. So if you simply want to see different version of Alchemy, feel free to check any of those shows.  

Busou Renkin has as much action how much FullMetal Alchemist and also is very good. 

Both are action shows about teenage alchemists who fight homunculi, both have a sense of comedy about them, and both feature ridiculous-yet-cool battles. 

Both anime are in a world where alchemy is something real and dangerous ,where worriors are alchemists and they fight using alchemy. 

Both series are about Alchemists using alchemy as weapons in fighting Homonculus 

Both shows involve alchemy and a good amount of fighting as well as lovable characters 

Similar themes, such as alchemy, and the time era. Though the style it's shown in is quite different, as well as FMA having a main character (as opposed to Baccano), they're still similar in many ways. Both having a wide range of characters, violence, and nicely animated action. 

First of all, both is about alchemy and the idea of finding the philosophers stone. Baccano! ist just as much fun and as thrilling as Full Metal Alchemist. 

Both have alchemy, homunculi, immortals, and violence. 

Similar colorful cast of characters and comedic fun FMA has. Also has a very interesting plot and voice overs. Oh? and Did I forget to tell you that Baccano has alchemists too? 

Baccano! is a very intense anime when it comes down to the basic story line as FMA, both are about alchemy and what power can do to human's with greed in their hearts.  

They both have alcheme and great fight sceans plus history. 

Both shows are about alchemists that want to find out a secret. 

Both of these series are set around the early 1900's. The practice of alchemy is within them both, however one more so than the other (Fullmetal Alchemist). Also the idealogy of immortality is brought up quite a bit in both. They may not be eerily similar, but they do have a similarity in overall feeling.  

Both series are set in the same time period and deals with some of the same themes. 

They both involve alchemy and homunculi, and have fighting scenes. Both animes have humor in it, and are set in similar time periods. They share many themes as well, so if you enjoy supernatural things and characters with strong individual personalities, you'll enjoy it! 

Wanna be immortal ! 

Both animes contain a lot of action, comedy, and something that the characters strive for, which is unrevealed until later in the story. i love both of these animes. perfect for people who like action and adventure. also, both have protagonists about the same age, relatively young, as Edward in FMA starts as 12, then the story moves forward to when he's 15 and Alphonse is 14. They gradually age, making note several times in the anime and once in the movie. Unique to Soul Eater, however, is the almost comical reference to witches, etc. and the fact that the characters themselves become weapons (though it depends on how you look at it, as Edward's automail arm can be considered a weapon as well as part of him/his body.)  

An amazing anime, full of action! A perfect example of shounen, i recommend 

Two of Square Enix's greatest shows and were also, along with Eureka 7, the first series to run for 51 episodes. They both create the perfect balance between a gripping storyline, epic fights and appropriately used light-hearted humour. Each shows a great amount of character depth and growth and they both use characters with their own personalised fighting styles (eg. different types of alchemy and different kinds of weapon partners). Also if you watch the dub you'll recognise a lot of Funimation's top voice actors in both. If you liked one of these I would highly recommend the other - they're both addictive! 

while watching these i noticed that if you remove all the humor in them, they become seriously f*cked up, evil and sadistic, but they're both great anime and and the humor in these two is hilarious! the characters are very unique and awesome and the plot is great, although i was kinda disappointed with the ending of soul eater. 

-Very similar animation, since both are done by studio BONES. -FMA also uses the concept of "alchemists" as human weapons, except in Soul Eater, it's more literal. -Both have high quality dubs. -Very similar atmosphere. -Both stray away from the original source material to make a unique story with the manga's concepts. -Both have supernatural ideas. -Both have serious as well as humorous episodes. -Both are equally long(51 episodes) 

Both are fantastic shounen anime from Studio Bones that deal with darker themes than most in the demographic. 

Both are fantasy anime which have a very large cast of characters. They both also run for the same amount of episodes (51). They both also have an ending that is only for the anime. The difference is Soul Eater has a comedic tone, while Fullmetal Alchemist has a dramatic tone. 

Has a very similar idea, with a bunch of filler and a large cast but still keeping everything coherent Both are heavily reliant on their action and comedy. Both descend from "happiness" to madness. Both have minor psychological aspects, nearer the end 

If you like Fullmetal Alchemist, DEFINITELY check out Soul Eater. It was made by the same studio, Bones, so the animation is gorgeous. At least I think so. (I might be kinda biased, Studio Bones is easily my favorite anime studio.) The stories are pretty different from eachother, but the characters in both series are incredibly likable, and both have really awesome fight scenes. They're also both way shorter than your average shounen anime, and they avoid a lot of the annoyingly overused tropes in the genre.  

First versions of a shounen manga serialized in Shounen Gangan. Adapted by Bones with 51 episodes each. Both have original endings, but FMA was adapted again after the manga ended. 

Very similar animation, since both are done by studio BONES. -FMA also uses the concept of "alchemists" as human weapons, except in Soul Eater, it's more literal. -Both have high quality dubs. -Very similar atmosphere. 

Both main characters hold deep pasts and they have a sililar adventure/action genre 

These anime seem basically identical to me, for the following reasons: - Both focus on a tragic story between blonde brothers, in which one of them is trying to take the other back as he was before; - They share the same overused genres (action, drama, supernatural) and the same type of silly, unfunny, cliché comedy; - Both involve a military/religious organization that recruites "soldiers" to fight against the evil guys; - Both Edward and Rosette can be really polemic, combative, loud, and irritating. To sum it up, these anime have very similar characters, plot, mood, and style. 

Both animation have blood , wars , guns ,blonde charecters, good and evil or goood vs. evil. villlans , demons , a 1900 time line(or the same period of time). Both main charecters lost their parents and a brother.  

There's definitely a lot of things that made both of these anime's alike. It kind of has the same atmosphere, there's lots of comedy and at the same time things are taken seriously when they should be. They both have to do with a pair of siblings who lost their parents and one of the two happens to get injured in some type of way. As for the other sibling, he/she is trying to protect them by doing anything possible. Both of the protagonists are full of joy and always seem to be energetic and willing to learn more about the world and its secrets. At the same time they refuse to show their sad side to others. They also like to make a big deal of things and fight back when people talk about them. There's fighting scenes and lots of action, and twistt~ Overall, very enjoyable to watch :D  

Both series are quite similar in a variety ways: ~both series have similar animation, style, and setting ~both series have comedy and drama as well as action ~both series have a somewhat similar plot dealing with helping with a sibling ~both series have supernatural elements ~both series main male protagonist have similar personalities. 

Both main characters hold deep pasts and they have a similar adventure/action genre both series have similar animation, style, and setting both series have a somewhat similar plot dealing with helping with a sibling Both series deal with mystical powers.  

Both series revolve around a pair of main characters with dark backstories who joined a faction with the primary objective of searching for something that was taken away from them. They also have a fair share of religious themes and symbolism, although Chrno Crusade is considerably heavier in that department, and the endings to both series pass on a harsh message. Also, both adapt their manga counterparts with some liberties in the first half, then diverge into anime-only territory later. 

Some character's seem similar to the ones in Fullmetal Alchemist, there's a form of Alchemy in both animes as well. 

While most people will probably disagree with me that these two shows are similar, I believe that if you really liked FMA, NGE is definitely to watch. In my opinion, the one thing FMA is really praiseworthy for is the oddness of its ending (whoa!) and of the concepts it deals with (sometimes odd). NGE is in the same way very peculiar and sometimes hard to grasp, hence why I am recommending it. I personally do not normally like anime that goes 50 + episodes, as I fear (on good reason) that my time will be wasted with fillers. Both NGE and FMA don't seem to me to be time-wasting shows, as they allow the viewer to really *think* about what's going on (something which most anime, unfortunately, fails to do...)   

The leading characteristic that I compare Evangelion to FMA by is the plot structure. Both have plot elements that follow directly from the preceding elements as well as an overarching goal that is foreshadowed either by being stated or implied. I'm a fan of both to a great degree and i recognize the similar elements between both. Happy viewing 

There's a lot of similarity going on here: Ed/Shinji's relationship with their father and deceased mom Lt. Ross and Brosh look similar to Shigeru and Maya Makoto and Kain look very much alike and are both trustworthy Sheska and Ritsuko both look similar but one is geared towards books Both have something going on in the military/NERV Both have supernatural beings such as Homunculus/Angels Both are both amazing must watch anime series that you won't want to miss! 

Both are action shows that get extremely weird, dark, and psychological as they go on, with a main character that struggles with depression and a dark and troubled past with his family. 

Keep in mind this is FMA the much darker anime not FMAB.The reason I think FMA and NGE are similar is purely psychological and philosophical.Both anime deal with despair and depression.Both explore topics as dealing with hopelessness and no matter how harsh the reality is you must try hard to earn peace.FMA and NGE also teach us that the twisted truth of the world is not something we can grasp so we must always have our own truths to keep us away from falling further into the pits of despair. 

They start off with mostly normal action but get deeper later on. Their endings are often a source of criticism for both 

both shonen, awesome animes, the two of them feature brothers who have certain goals plus the younger brother is a bit more mature than the older brother kinda. 

Well this is not obvious but the sensation I had watching ao no exorcist reminds me of Fullmetal alchemist. The story of 2 brothers, one got power and is reclkess, the other one is strong and wiser. they join an organisation that is full of rules and will fight with AND against it. The story really is differents but there is a little something that is alike, don't know why but i'm sure if you liked FMA, you'll definitely like ao no exorcist. 

both are shounen both revolve around brothers  

both anime have two brothers who are very different, and both fight for a greater goal, and also the main character is really funny but also serious, a lot of times he reminded me of edward. many times i've said alchemists instead of exorcists, and the fight scenes are so awesomly smililar but at the same time different. if you loved fma you will definitely love ao no exorcist, it just has the same kind of feel to it.  

Two brothers with an amazing, inseparable bond.  

They main characters are two brothers. Ed is like Rin (hot-headed older brother) and Al is like Yukio (calm younger brother). Both have lots of comedy and feels too. There are many similar characters, eg. Winry and Shiemi, Hohenheim and Fujimoto. Neither of them follow the original manga story but they're still worth a watch (make sure you read the manga too though (there is also another version of FMA). 

Both series make strong statements about several issues, although the primary similarities lay in their critiques of imperialism and war.  

Both of them focus on learning from mistakes.They also deal with sibling love. Edward & Alphonse in Fullmetal Alchemist & Lelouch & Nunnally in Code Geass. Also there are a lot of unexpected deaths and military. So if u like one of them, chances are you'll like the other as well. 

i just like it :) i think it is both really entertaining and really good to watch. you will not be dissapointed. 

Both fall into the military genre and have a large amount of action and violence. The characters have their own, special abilities which work in similar ways (Edward using alchemy and Lelouch using Geass) and learn from their wrong doings. While they also have their silly moments and awesome characters, both are rather harsh and can be a real tear-jerker. 

These two series tend to have very similar moods and both have strong lead characters, as well as surprisingly involved plots. 

with an interesting plot and surprising twists, it's a perfect anime for someone who likes a lengthy story... although it is not for the faint hearted with a few bloodied scenes. the story starts with a confusing scene that draws the viewer in, and it explains the characters lives at an understandable pace... definitely an anime that makes you care about the characters enough that you want to shout at them to get up if they get knocked down... very much the way Naruto makes you feel. (at least, it makes me feel that way!) it not just that though... this anime is laced with Japanese folklore for people who like stories with a bit of truth in them. That is... a bit anyway... however, this is not the reason I chose to continue watching this anime. I actually love the lessons they knock into you e.g. "those who abandon their mission are scum, but those who abandon their friends are worse than scum"- Hatake Kakashi  

Both fairly known Animes, character focus, and a lot of action. If you're getting into anime from Naruto, I'd suggest Full Metal Alchemist. Not only for the action, for the love, comedy, and general mood of it. 

Both "Naruto" and "Fullmetal Alchemist" are series that easily are classified as mere fighting animes. In both cases I would disagree with the "mere"-part. Both of these animes have plenty of fights, but the also have the ability to go deeper in a way that will make them appreciated not only by adolescents, but by adults as well, and as such they both represent the cream of the crop of fighting anime. 

Don't want to spoil anything, but he two are very common in that they hook you from the very tragic beginning. Both are aimed at mature audiences, but feature two children as the main characters that are changed forever after traumatic incidents. They both deal will revenge and fighting against demon like beings. 

Disturbing animes that have to do with demon like creatures getting slain by kids that have gone through tragedy that seek revenge 

Liked SnK but tired of the "teenagers save the world" cliche? I recommend Fullmetal Alchemist because it's two teenagers in a world of adults. [It's also pretty good too!] UPDATE: it's supposed to be if you liked SnK then Fullmetal Alchemist 

- Both animes feature a young protagonist with special powers who joins a government institution as a mean to pursue his personal quest. - Both animes have their characters deal with complex human situations where what's right or wrong is not always obvious. - Both animes take place in an alternative world where the government seems to hold some kind of mysteries. 

First of all, both series involves a setting that is beyond human understanding in our present time. Both series features the adventure like style genre with mixture of action, comedy, drama, and some emotional moments. Both series also consists of organizations as there are also similar characters present in terms of personalities and backgrounds. 

Both have an orphaned protagonist with tragic past and they join a goverment owned occupation that is actually corrupt and has dark secrets that the protagonists do not know about but some unfortunate others do... 

Although Monster's narrative is arguably more polished overall, FMA has a similar approach to its story (despite belonging in a different genre). Both shows rely on an element of mystery and refrain from rushing their respective plots, and sometimes seemingly stop dead in their tracks to focus on humanizing their character casts. Both shows are also very human stories at their core, focusing on relatable subjects (Monster being about morality and FMA being more about human obsession). Much like Dr. Tenma, FMA's Edward Elric is a person whose beliefs are being constantly challenged by the events of the story, making for some very thought-provoking character development. Also, both shows present a rich balance of light-hearted and darker elements while being very down-to-earth (though it should be noted that comedy is much more prevalent in FMA). In short: anyone who enjoyed Monster's style of storytelling is likely to appreciate FMA's approach to the action shounen genre, even if one doesn't like said genre at all.  

Similar art style and thematic quests, fixing a mistake and the value of life. Is it wrong to take a human life, ever? It's got the same depressing feels to it too. 

Both series are produced by the same anime studio, BONES, with roughly the same number of episodes each (50 E7/51 FMA). Both shows delve deep into their main characters pasts, and develop them nicely throughout their run. There are no cookie cutter characters to be found in either series, as each character is made out to be unique, with clear character designs for viewers to distinguish one character from another. They're also both fantasy adventures, with rules and powers unique to each series. The bgm/ost for both fit amazingly well for their respective series. If you're looking for something epic to watch, E7 & FMA are definitely two series you should consider trying.  

Both are around 50 or so episodes and are from Studio Bones. They both deal with the themes of intolerance, militarism and mass extermination carried out by said military. They also have a well developed cast of side characters. 

While it may be a bit of a stretch to compare Fullmetal Alchemist to Fairy Tail, both are about magic and they have main male characters acting goofy and a bit silly sometimes. 

Fullmetal Alchemist takes place in a fantasy world where alchemy exists which can be likened to magic. If you enjoyed the cocky personality of Natsu I think you'll really enjoy the similar way that Edward Elric acts throughout the series. 

Science. Fullmetal Alchemist and Dr. Stone both use heavy references to science in general. Whether it be pure science or science used as a base for alchemy. Plots are very different from one another but both have the same concept of trying to achieve the impossible. Dr Stone's sprint from the stone age to the current world era, FMA's journey of two brothers trying to find the Philosopher's stone. Both are good anime with comedy targetted for the shounen demographic, though FMA has action, military and magic in comparison to Dr. Stone's sci-fi.  

If you like the alchemy side of FMA or FMAB then you will enjoy Dr. Stone .  

The story is set in England (well, FMA's Amestris is based off of England). The main character is a short teenaged boy with abnormal body parts is called a dog by the public (in FMA, 'dog of the military', in Kuroshitsuji, 'Queen's guard dog'). He's followed around by someone who is not your average human, and together they solve mysteries about their country. Both of them have great comedy and endings that don't stick to the manga. 

Both main characters have a quest that they want to achieve by any means necasare. Both have lost something that made them to to venture into that mission. Both use supranatural to achieve their purpose. 

Full Metal Alchemist and Inuyasha may seem different, though they acually very similar. Inuyasha looks for jewel shards, while Edward looks for ways to save his brother. Both series have a item of power, a jewel shard, and red stones. Also, when Inuyasha is bound to a tree, it's similar to when Alphonse almost dies. They are not too alike but if you liked Inuyasha, I think you will like Full Metal Alchemist + Brotherhood. 

FMA and Inuyasha. In both the protagonists look for a powerful stone, which brings misfortune and a great power capable of changing everything. In addition they fight against a group made of this stone, which are almost invincible. Between valuable losses, comic moments, a continuous struggle against the memories of the past that are still present is what these series offer. 

They both have a similar genre, although the story-lines vary a lot.(Other wise it wouldn't be interesting, would it?) The Barsburg Military and the State alchemists are somewhat similar, and both main characters have deep pasts and people they want to protect. 

has to due with same themes sort of 07 ghost is about church and faith. fma is about church too sort of because all the bad guys resemble the seven deadly sins. 

Both stories are set in similar time periods and military settings. Both have a lot of silliness in the midst of rather serious military situations. And frankly, I think Alice and Edward are practically the same person. 

When watching either of the series, I get a similar feeling involving the military, comedy, drama, and action all going on at once. The technology level in both series are also similar. Both series' countries are in a state of war and there are still animosity between various nations. The main character from both series also have similar personalities. Both series also involves an organization where the main characters gets involved in and the events that they encounter.  

Not completely the same, but they're both really good. There's fighting scenes that must be seen. Blood+ is definitely a lot more bloody than Fullmetal Alchemist, but in the end both characters are fighting for something that they want to accomplish. 

Epic storyline, epic characters, everything's pretty original in its own right. Anime's a similar length too. 

The main character reminds me alot of Ed ( the red jacket). Also, Ed's role in the movie is similar to the main character's role in the anime.  

Both of the lead caracters are alike in many ways. The caracters names being Edward Elric and Zed. Both are working for a group of people that they dont want to. Zed being the council, Well Edward works for the military Both have the general same look, both were red long jackets, heavy military looking boots, and leather pants. Both also have something attacked to there belt for Edward it is his pocket watch and for Zed a birthday present. Other then that there have close it not the same color eyes. Both have to work with a goverment taking over or trying to take over. Both are about the same age. Both have a relativly similar additude in that they both are rebelous, both are rebelous for who they work for. Both the main caracters have a tramatic past involing there mothers Both have a female in them that play similar roles, helping the main caracter by standing there and doing basicly not much (sorry if you like them) there names being Winry and Roya Both main caracters have someone, a younger brother or bestfriend, that they want the save, keep from harm. In short they are very simalar and I recommend if you liked one you watch the other, (sorry about spelling mistakes)  

If you like well-drawn anime with stories that can be dark and light-hearted at the same time, then I highly recommend Scrapped Princess. 

The best way I can articulate why an FMA fan would like Scrapped Princess is tone. You'll get very similar social commentary with the added bonus of some of the best sci fi I've seen. Let's just say it's not the standard fantasy world that's introduced early on. It's defiantly a dark one, that's for sure.  

Both deal with the rights of people who are not quite human. The Contractors and Dolls of Darker Than Black are an excellent foil to the Homunculi, and vice versa. 

Both are about military war far and war it's self and superpower that evolve a sacrafice to use them. 

Both shows propagandize similar values like friendship, duty and love towards your comrades 

Exchange. For one to obtain something, one must sacrifice something of so with the same value that is true in the world of Fullmetal Alchemist and Dororo. With family sharing the same importance in exchanges made by the characters in both anime. FMA follows brothers Edward and Alphonse in their failed attempt to resurrect their mother from the dead, which leads to both of them suffering great bodily damage because of so. Dororo is the same unconsenting Hyakkimaru has his body taken away from him due to his father exchanging it with the demons in the aim to make his land prosper. Both anime shows the lengths people take for the sake of life in itself. As well as being good action anime, they are both targetted to the shounen demographic too.   

Trading equally to get get something of the same worth. Both series also have that creepy feel with super natural beings.  

Both animes have lots of action, adventures and epic fights 

There are quite a few thematic similarities between Pandora Hearts and Fullmetal Alchemist. If you liked one, you'll most likely like the other. - both are plot heavy dark fantasies - both have young, plucky blonde teenage boy protagonists - both feature a large horrific, mysterious tragedy that happened in the past - both have tragic or horrible major plot points, especially as more of the past or the true nature of things is revealed - both have a missing, mysterious father figure - both feature a pocket watch (haha) 

Both tackle the hardships of death Both teach you the importance of life and what you have Both are super funny Both have one of the saddest scenes I’ve ever seen Both have great characters with heartbreaking backstories  

The theme of military and the supernatural are present in both of these two series. Additionally, there is a secret power that can change the world. Action and comedy are present and as the episodes drags on, a deeper story is revealed.  

Both animes contributes the art of great thinking. Watching these series you'll have to think, at the same time as you get captured by the emotions and happenings in play. Two remarkable series that should be in many peoples top 10 list. 

The reason I fell in love with the original television series was because the brothers Sam and Dean and their journey strongly reminded me of Ed and Al on their journey. They start out with one goal (which isn't really a good goal to be aiming for in terms of the dangers involved) and then they end up getting embroiled in all this stuff that's so much bigger than they are and they have to make really tough decisions, often with the fate of many people hanging in the balance. And in a show about brothers that would do anything for each other because they're all the family they have left, you have to wonder just how far they will go before it really is too much. The anime version is a retelling of the stories presented in the original television series so I'm willing to bet Supernatural and Fullmetal will end up drawing a lot of comparisons from anime fans.   

Both make great dramatical use of moral ambiguity, philosophical questions about life, death and the power of men over it. Also, great character development and drama, with a healthy dose of mystery and investigation. 

If you enjoy drama and major hero moral conflictions then you will enjoy these shows. Both primarily focus on story and drama above action.  

It only occurred to me several days after I'd finished Dennou Coil that it had some pretty interesting similarities to FMA 2003 (not Brotherhood): - Both series explore very complex themes, such as meaning of humanity and the nature of reality, that becomes apparent over time. - Both series have exceptional characterisation, the most notable factor being young children as protagonists who are depicted with a somewhat dark realism. - Both series have a lot of meticulous, intricate detail (particularly Coil) that affect the plot and characters in unexpected ways. - Not to mention Coil has 'cyber encode arrays' that look intriguingly similar to FMA's transmutation circles! They are both excellent anime, so anyone who likes FMA should check out the severely underrated Dennou Coil.  

Both have the same style and alternate future.Usage of technology and alchemy/magic together makes sense between these series.They both use the same style of fantasy and sci-fi combination for story telling.Also both heroes(Reiot & Edward or can be thought as Tactical Sorcerers & Alchemists ) seeks salvation for their sins. 

Both anime tell about supernatural powers. Fullmetal Alchemist is about alchemy and Toaru Majutusu no Index is about superhuman powers and magic. There is also a little bit alchemy in Toaru Majutsu no Index which makes these anime pretty similar. 

- Both have the same mangaka (very similar character designs). - Both have religious settings. - Both have to do with some sort of war. - Both have a strong main cast with individual characteristics. 

The main characters are both child prodigies, and they get mad if someone makes fun of their physical flaws. For example, Edward hates being called "short," and Lina hates being called "flat-chested." Both of their worlds have chimaras in it, and have the philosopher's stone although the stone have different purposes and uses in the two series. They also both have their mix of Comedy and drama in their shows. 

Both have same premise like they want to take back their normal life. Also they have brother-sister relation