Anime Remakes: Classics Reborn. From cult gems to legendary action sagas, anime is rediscovering its roots while reimagining them for today.
In the past few years, the anime industry has embraced a strong trend of remakes and reboots, bringing back beloved classics with modern animation and storytelling. This movement reflects both nostalgia for iconic series of the ’80s and ’90s and a desire to introduce them to new audiences worldwide.
Ranma ½ – Comedy Reimagined
The remake of Ranma ½ has brought Rumiko Takahashi’s martial arts romantic comedy back to life with modern animation. The new series preserves the slapstick chaos, gender-bending gags, and heartfelt romance that made it a ’90s icon, while refreshing its pacing and visuals to appeal both to nostalgic fans and first-time viewers.
Rurouni Kenshin – The Samurai’s Return
The Rurouni Kenshin remake, launched in Japan in 2023 and now streaming globally on Netflix (2025), reanimates the story of the wandering swordsman Himura Kenshin with polished visuals and tighter storytelling. Balancing historical drama and shōnen action, it reintroduces Kenshin’s struggle for redemption to a new generation without losing the weight of the original.
Yaiba – A Cult Classic Revived
The new adaptation of Yaiba, Gosho Aoyama’s early samurai adventure, has already aired, turning a once niche ’90s title into a modern spectacle. With Studio WIT’s animation, the series combines swordplay, humor, and vibrant action, giving new visibility to a work that had long lived in the shadow of Aoyama’s later success, Detective Conan.
A big surprise on the horizon
On the horizon, Fist of the North Star will receive a reboot in 2026. Nearly forty years after its explosive debut, Kenshiro’s martial arts odyssey is set to return with fresh visuals, proving that anime’s legendary heroes continue to thrive across generations.