Anime from 2011
Discover the most popular anime that premiered in 2011, ranked by viewership and ratings.
2011 marked another notable year for anime, with new series joining established franchises and fresh original productions launching across major Japanese networks. This page collects the most popular 2011 premieres in our database, ranked by current viewership and critical reception.
40 titles
Hunter x Hunter
Chihayafuru
Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal
Toriko
Blue Exorcist
Cardfight!! Vanguard
TIGER & BUNNY
Steins;Gate
Fate/Zero
Beelzebub
Guilty Crown
Puella Magi Madoka Magica
Horizon in the Middle of Nowhere
The Future Diary
Nichijou: My Ordinary Life
THE iDOLM@STER
Usagi Drop
Penguindrum
Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day
Dog Days
BLOOD-C
Mobile Suit Gundam AGE
Deadman Wonderland
YuruYuri: Happy Go Lily
Hanasaku Iroha: Blossoms for Tomorrow
Suite Precure♪
Dragon Crisis!
Gosick
You and Me
Fractale
A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives
Rio: Rainbow Gate!
PERSONA 4 the Animation
Level E
Phi Brain: Puzzle of God
Carnival Phantasm
A-Channel
The Mystic Archives of Dantalian
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Overview of 2011 anime
Otakira's catalog currently tracks 40 anime titles that premiered in 2011, ranked by popularity and community ratings. Each entry links to a full detail page with synopsis, cast, themes, and licensed watch options for your region. Notable releases include: Hunter x Hunter, Chihayafuru, Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal, Toriko, Blue Exorcist.
Highest-rated 2011 anime
Hunter x Hunter, Carnival Phantasm, Steins;Gate, Nichijou: My Ordinary Life earned the highest community scores among 2011 premieres. The average TMDB rating across 2011 anime sits at 7.8 out of 10 — a strong indicator of consistent quality across most productions that year. Every detail page surfaces premiere date, season and episode counts, the producing studio, voice cast, and official streaming partners.
How we curate 2011 anime
Titles on this page are ranked using TMDB's continuously-updated popularity metric, with brand-safety filtering applied so the catalog stays clean. Otakira hosts no episodes or copyrighted content of any kind — it is an information-only encyclopedia that points you to licensed streaming partners. Every entry has a bilingual (Arabic + English) detail page with long-form summary, FAQ, and per-season breakdown.
Why 2011 anime are worth watching
2011 marks a meaningful step in anime industry evolution, with several titles graduating from seasonal releases into global phenomena. These shows continue to dominate watchlists across the Arab anime community, and many remain highly active in conversation today. Explore the catalog to discover the underrated picks that complement the year's tentpole hits.
Frequently asked questions
What were the most popular anime of 2011?
Among the most popular 2011 anime are Hunter x Hunter, Chihayafuru, Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal, Toriko, Blue Exorcist, ranked by global popularity and TMDB community ratings.
How many anime premiered in 2011?
Our database currently lists 40 popular anime series that premiered in 2011; many additional niche productions also aired during the same year.
Where can I watch these 2011 anime?
Otakira is an information-only database — we don't host or link to streaming. Each detail page lists the original broadcast networks; check your regional licensed providers for legal streaming options.