10 Anime That Are Great Because They Aren't Afraid Of Politics

10 Anime That Are Great Because They Aren't Afraid Of Politics

The idea that all art is political sparks debates among fans, and anime is no exception. Anime often gets referenced for having political themes or for not having them, with scenes and dialogues being taken out of context.

Despite the debate, some great anime work well specifically because of their political themes and ideologies. For example, J.C.Staff’s Revolutionary Girl Utena stands out, where the princely Utena Tenjou enters her school’s dueling tournament and wins the hand of the Rose Bride, Anthy Himemiya.

All art is political

These anime would be a missed opportunity for anyone to pass up, regardless of their views on politics.

Author's summary: Great anime that explore politics.

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ComicBook.com ComicBook.com — 2025-10-15

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