The Japanese studio MAPPA, founded in 2011, has established itself as one of the leading forces in the global animation industry. With nearly a hundred titles in its catalog, the production company is known for its versatility, ranging from sports dramas to supernatural horror stories. In this year of 2026, a ranking based on IMDb ratings reveals the studio’s ten most acclaimed works, offering a valuable guide for Brazilian fans seeking the best productions. The list, which ranges from cult series like ‘Kakegurui’ to global phenomena ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ and ‘Attack on Titan’, highlights the narrative and technical quality that have made MAPPA a benchmark.
To create this survey, the analysis considered audience ratings on IMDb, one of the world’s largest review portals. Thus, the selection reflects the consolidated opinion of thousands of fans and viewers. The presence of titles like ‘Chainsaw Man’ and the third season of ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’, still airing, shows how the studio maintains its relevance and ability to generate constant hype. The diversity of genres on the list, which includes everything from psychological thrillers to sports stories, proves the breadth of talent of the MAPPA team.
From tenth to first place: a journey through excellence
Opening the top 10 in tenth place is ‘Kakegurui – Compulsive Gambler’, a 2017 psychological thriller that delves into the world of gambling at an elite school. In ninth place, the sci-fi ‘Inuyashiki’ (2017) presents an exciting narrative about an elderly man who becomes a cyborg. The eighth position is occupied by ‘Terror in Resonance’ (2014), an intense series that explores the theme of terrorism. ‘Dorohedoro’, the action-packed and dark fantasy Netflix adaptation from 2020, takes seventh place.
Moving up the ranking, ‘Banana Fish’ (2018) is sixth, with its police drama full of social commentary. In fifth, ‘Yuri!!! on Ice’ (2016) breaks expectations by bringing an inspiring story about ice skating. Fourth place goes to the remake ‘Dororo’ (2019), a historical dark fantasy adventure. The podium is dominated by current giants: ‘Chainsaw Man’ (2022) in third, with its overwhelming success; ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ (2020 onward) in second, as the studio’s golden bet; and, at the top, ‘Attack on Titan’ (the final season), whose production by MAPPA maintained the legacy of one of the most acclaimed series in history.
This ranking not only celebrates the studio’s past but also points to its promising future. With continuous productions of hits like ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ and anticipation for new seasons and movies, MAPPA remains a fundamental pillar for anime fans in Brazil and worldwide. The list serves as a testament to the cultural impact of these works and an invitation to explore the diversity and quality that define the studio’s brand.