15 Greatest Anime Episodes of All Time

15. The Pirate King Is Born: Arriving At The Last Island - One Piece

Roger and his crew finally reach the last island after following the road poneglyphs across the world. What they find isn’t gold or power, but whatever it is, it makes Roger laugh, and at that moment, he becomes the Pirate King. | © Crunchyroll

14. Warrior - Attack on Titan

When the Scouts regroup, Reiner calmly reveals to Eren that he and Bertholdt are the Armored and Colossal Titans. The moment he transforms and grabs Eren mid-conversation is pure shock, and Eren's furious response starts one of the most intense fights in the series. | © Kodansha

13. Kanashiki Kettou: Luffy Tai Sanji (Kouhen) - One Piece

Sanji lashes out at Luffy to protect him, but behind every punch is a tear he can’t hide. Luffy refuses to fight back, promising to wait for his friend no matter what, a moment that broke fans and cemented their bond as one of the series’ most powerful. | © Crunchyroll

12. Declaration of War - Attack on Titan

When Willy Tybur declares war on the Eldians in front of a cheering Marleyan crowd, Eren quietly confronts Reiner just below the stage. The moment Eren transforms into a Titan mid-speech is pure chaos, and one of the most jaw-dropping twists in the series. | © Kodansha

11. Hinokami - Demon Slayer

Tanjiro’s fight against Rui gave Demon Slayer its breakout moment, a five-minute sequence so beautifully animated it took over the internet. Between the music, the emotion, and the flaming sword, this was the scene that turned casual viewers into lifelong fans. | © Crunchyroll

10. Midnight Sun - Attack on Titan

With only one injection left, the Scouts are forced to choose between saving Armin or Erwin, and no one agrees on who deserves it more. It’s a tense, emotional standoff that shows just how much these characters have sacrificed, and how impossible some choices really are. | © Kodansha

9. One For All - My Hero Academia

All Might’s final battle against All For One is as epic as it is emotional, showing the world his true strength even as his powers fade. With the United States of Smash, he passes the torch in the most unforgettable way possible. | © ABS

8. The Ends of the Earth - Clannad

After everything he’s been through, Tomoya returns to his hometown with his daughter and finally makes peace with his father. It’s a raw, emotional turning point that hits hard and reminds you why Clannad is more than just a romance anime. | © TBS

7. Zero × And × Rose - Hunter X Hunter

Netero throws everything he has at Meruem, but even at his peak, he can’t win through strength alone. What comes next is shocking, violent, and impossible to forget. | © Viz Media

6. Never Give Up - Demon Slayer

Tengen’s showdown with Gyutaro is a high-speed, explosive fight that looks incredible from start to finish. With Zenitsu pulling off his fastest move yet and the demons finally going down, this episode had fans holding their breath the whole way through. | © Crunchyroll

5. End of the Prologue - Vinland Saga

Askeladd steals the spotlight in this explosive season finale, sacrificing himself to protect Wales and push Canute toward the throne. It’s a brutal, unforgettable turning point that closes Thorfinn’s first arc with power and precision. | © Netflix

4. Re - Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion

Lelouch’s final plan comes together in one of the most daring twists in anime, as he becomes the villain the world needs to hate to create lasting peace. His sacrifice is shocking, emotional, and completely fitting for the story, an ending so well-executed it redefined how finales could be done. | © Crunchyroll

3. The Other Side of the Gateway - Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

The battle with Father reaches its emotional peak as Al makes the ultimate sacrifice, so Ed can fight one last time. It’s a near-perfect episode that ties together the show’s themes, payoffs, and character arcs in one unforgettable showdown. | © Crunchyroll

2. Loved Ones Will Always Watch Over You - Violet Evergarden

In this heartbreaking episode, Violet helps a terminally ill mother write letters for her young daughter to read after she’s gone. It’s a quiet, emotional gut-punch that captures Violet’s growth and stands out as the most powerful moment in the series. | © Netflix

1. Hero - Attack on Titan

Hero delivers one of the most unforgettable moments in Attack on Titan, with Erwin’s doomed charge and Levi’s brutal assault on the Beast Titan. It’s the kind of episode that’s so intense and well-crafted, even people who don’t follow the series know about it. | © Kodansha