10 Best Action Comedy Anime, Ranked

Highlights

• Action comedy anime offers a unique blend of intense battles and genuine amusement, making it a cultural phenomenon.
• Pokémon combines epic battles with lighthearted charm, captivating audiences of all ages with its enduring appeal.
• My Hero Academia explores heroism in a world of quirks, incorporating humor and personal growth into its action-packed narrative.

The action comedy genre goes beyond mere entertainment, offering a sophisticated blend of adrenaline-inducing combat and well-crafted humor. Unlike conventional storytelling in anime, the action comedy genre presents a meticulous mixture of intense battles and moments of genuine amusement.

The deconstruction of superhero tropes in One Punch Man and the exploration of heroism in a world of quirks in My Hero Academia are a few examples. Each series within this category managed to offer a wonderful combination of these things, making every show on this list rise to be a cultural phenomenon when they were being released.

10 Pokemon

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 7.38

Why Watch Pokemon?

• Incredible adventures of Ash Ketchum to become a Pokemon Master
• Heartwarming and competitive Pokemon battles
• Humor from the mischievous antics of characters

Pokémon is more than just a franchise, it’s a cultural phenomenon that has captured the hearts of many audiences worldwide. Centered around the adventures of Ash Ketchum, a Pokémon Trainer aspiring to become a Pokémon Master, the series is a harmonious blend of action and delightful creatures.

The series effortlessly combines epic battles between Pokémon with the lighthearted charm that comes from the Pokémon world’s diverse and lovable characters. With its enduring appeal and universal themes, Pokémon continues to enchant audiences of all ages and always will with every experimentally humorous episode, and action-packed cathartic battles.

9 My Hero Academia

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 7.87

Why Watch My Hero Academia?

• Established world and abilities
• Lighthearted moments that incorporate humor

My Hero Academia isn’t just your run-of-the-mill superhero anime, it’s a journey through a world where quirks define individuals, and being a hero is a celebrated ambition. The action isn’t just about flashy powers and explosive clashes either, it’s a reflection of personal growth and the complexities of what it truly means to be a hero.

All the heroics and epic showdowns aside, the camaraderie among the characters injects a healthy dose of humor and humanity. It’s not just about saving the day, it’s about discovering one’s identity and forging bonds that transcend the conventional hero narrative, making My Hero Academia one of the best action-comedy anime out there.

8 Baki Hanma

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 8.01

Why Watch Baki Hanma?

• Gritty expressions and exaggerated physiques
• Exploration of the harsh realities of the martial arts world
• Raw and intense action sequences

Baki Hanma introduces you to the gritty world of martial arts with a focus on intense hand-to-hand combat and battles. Following the skilled martial artist Baki Hanma, the series explores his journey to become the strongest fighter. The action is raw, brutal, and intense, with various martial arts styles and techniques.

While the tone is serious and the battles fierce, occasional moments of humor arise from the larger-than-life characters and their exaggerated abilities, adding a layer of entertainment to the adrenaline-fueled narrative. Their exaggerated physiques and expressions rival those of JoJo’s and will forever be considered the funniest action anime ever.

7 Assassination Classroom

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 8.08

Why Watch Assassination Classroom​​​​​​?

• High-stakes plot of students assassinating their teacher
• A blend of intense action and character development
• Humor from the absurdity of assassination attempts

Assassination Classroom takes a unique premise and turns it into a rollercoaster of action and comedy. The story is about a class of students tasked with assassinating their alien teacher, Koro-sensei, before the end of the year. The students’ attempts to assassinate their seemingly indestructible teacher lead to both intense and comical situations, creating a narrative that keeps you emotionally invested.

The humor arises not only from the absurdity of the assassination attempts but also from the genuine connections formed between the students and their unconventional mentor. Assassination Classroom manages to skillfully balance the tension of an impending threat with moments of laughter, making it a standout in the action-comedy genre.

6 That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 8.14

Why Watch That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime​​​​​​​?

• A fantasy world with a reincarnated protagonist
• A unique blend of action, fantasy, and humor
• Vibrant animation in magical battles

Transported into a fantastical realm as a powerful slime, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime unfolds a story that seamlessly blends action and great humor. The protagonist, Satoru Mikami, gets transported into a mystical realm and becomes a sentient slime with an array of unique abilities.

The anime navigates between epic battles featuring magical creatures and the whimsical moments where Slime navigates the challenges of his newfound form. The action scenes are vibrant and visually stunning and showcase Slime’s adaptability in battles. However, what truly sets the series apart is its ability to inject humor into the most unlikely situations, be it Slime’s interactions with other magical beings or the unconventional alliances formed in this fantasy world.

5 Mob Psycho 100

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 8.49

Why Watch Mon Psycho 100?

• Vibrant animation
• Coming-of-age themes and self-acceptance
• Emphasis on personal growth and abilities

Mob Psycho 100 is an anime that ventures beyond the typical bounds of supernatural action, offering a different take on psychic abilities and adolescence. The series follows Shigeo Kageyama, or Mob, a seemingly ordinary boy with extraordinary psychic powers. What sets this anime apart is its striking animation that brings psychic battles to life in a visually mesmerizing way.

The humor in Mob Psycho 100 is both subtle and absurd, just like One Punch Man, which makes sense since they both come from the same creator. The jokes arise from Mob’s reactions to the chaotic world around him, making it a unique mix of spectacular action and heartfelt character development throughout the anime.

4 One Punch Man

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 8.50

Why Watch One Punch Man?

• Great satirical comedy
• Superhero anime with great worldbuilding
• Action-packed when it needs to be

In One Punch Man, Saitama, the protagonist, breaks the traditional superhero genre in anime by effortlessly defeating any adversary with a single punch, leading to a comedic existential crisis as he searches for a worthy opponent.

The series balances intense action sequences like that with Boros with a satirical take on superhero tropes, offering not only jaw-dropping battles but also clever humor that deconstructs the conventions of the genre. Saitama’s deadpan expressions and the contrast between his god-like strength and his mundane, everyday struggles contribute to the anime’s comedic qualities and have been the reason why its popularity has only risen in recent years.

3 Spy X Family

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 8.56

Why Watch Spy X Family​​​​​​​?

• Espionage-themed action with spy missions
• Situational comedy from the unconventional family
• Blend of intense spy work and familial challenges

Spy x Family takes the action-comedy genre and adds a twist by blending espionage with family dynamics. In a world of secret agents and politics, the story revolves around the best spy in the world, an assassin, and a telepath forming a makeshift family for a mission. Beyond the thrilling spy missions and action-packed sequences, the heart of the series lies in the comedic situations that arise as the family tries to maintain their cover.

The juxtaposition of intense spy work with the challenges of parenthood and familial relationships adds a layer of humor that is incredibly entertaining. Spy x Family manages to deliver not only the adrenaline of espionage but also the laughs of a sitcom, making it one of the best action comedies out there.

2 JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 8.58

Why Watch JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure?

• Completely bizarre situations make the series a lot more fun
• The series features extremely imaginative abilities
• The comedy is very absurd

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is renowned for its equal parts absurdity and equal parts creativity during the fight scenes and casual interactions. Spanning multiple generations of the Joestar family, each arc introduces a new JoJo who’s facing supernatural threats usually directed by Dio.

The anime seamlessly weaves together intense action and comedy, with flamboyant character designs, dramatic poses at the most opportune moments, and battles that embrace the absurdity of its universe. The show’s ability to take itself seriously while embracing its inherent quirks creates an entertaining and often hilarious viewing experience, making it a standout in the action-comedy genre.

1 Gintama

My Anime List (MAL) Score – 9.03

Why Watch Gintama?

• Parody and satire of anime and pop culture
• Alternate history setting with aliens in the Edo period
• Epic sword fights with Gintoki’s skills

In an alternate-history Edo period invaded by aliens, Gintama already takes the cake for the most absurd setting possible in an anime with an uncanny ability to parody just about anything. The series, starring the lazy yet sharp-witted Gintoki Sakata, follows his misadventures with his crew of friends as they navigate their lives.

Gintama is special and many consider it to be the greatest comedy anime around because of its unapologetic approach to satire. It doesn’t just break the fourth wall, it obliterates it. The action sequences are no slouch either, with Gintoki displaying sword skills in battles that can be both intense and downright absurd. The humor, often derived from poking fun at anime tropes and real-world references, creates an entertaining viewing experience that goes beyond the typical action-comedy anime.