Fans often call “Naruto” the best manga-to-anime adaptation, but these other series deserve some recognition too.
Darrell Marrow
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Anime hasn’t always embraced queer stories. The history of queer representation in anime shows how the genre evolved over time.
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These five anime with strong Black characters are proof that representation looks good in every art form.
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The upcoming anime releases 2026 lineup is stacked — Netflix, Crunchyroll, and Bones are all cooking up heat for fans worldwide.
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Queer comic plots have always been in the mix. DC, Marvel, and beyond dropped some of the most intense, loving, and shocking LGBTQIA+ storylines.
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Marvel’s Black superheroes broke barriers in comics and movies. These Black heroes changed how comics and Hollywood tell stories of culture and identity.
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Queer representation runs deep in anime history. If you’re looking for the best anime with LGBTQIA+ characters, these series are the ones to watch.