Akira

The city's special forces in Ghost in the Shell are just like those involved in the Akira movie. There is lots of action and mystery from the start in both, as well.

Both GITS and Akira deal with philosophical issues, feature some stunning action sequences, and have a haunting hybrid of traditional and electronic music.

Akira and Ghost in the Shell both deal with the idea of humanity. They deal with it in that both question when someone is still human and when someone becomes something more. Not exactly the most fun of themes, but they still make for an interesting viewing.

Ghost in the Shell and Akira are epic in the sense that they both remind you of a real movie rather than an 'anime'. They go hand in hand, with a futuristic setting and dramatic and amazing animation. What more could you ask for?

If you liked Akira you would possibly like Ghost in the Shell because they are both set in the "near" future and are sci-fi-esque. If you are a fan of plot twists then these anime are surely for you.

Ghost in the Shell and Akira both share a similar theme: the relationship between science/technology and humanity. In Akira, this relationship is shown in a completely negative light, showing technology as a potentially lethal force. It shows us that, one day, technology might just destroy us. In Ghost in the Shell, it says technology and humans will eventually become interchangeable! In that, we could just lose our humanity. It is, more or less, a very haunting notion, and each of the anime show it in a sometimes chilling light. The only difference is that Akira has a lot more violence, while Ghost in the Shell is more philosophical.

Both Ghost in the Shell and Akira are about what it really means to be human, and how the individual characters reflect different perspectives on the matter. Both series also have a character that is different, who is used as a focal point for all of the discussions about humanity.

Ghost in the Shell is an anime based in about the same time period as Akira. Both are action movies with similar art styles. I found these movies to be similar in their overall feel and my gut feeling is that if you liked one you will like the other.

Akira and GITS are both anime classics. They both incorporate violence, guns, and crime. One movie is about staying away from cops, while the other is about fighting crime. Both movies are serious, sophisticated, and great, and should be in anyone's anime collection. If you liked GITS, then see Akira, or vice versa.

Akira and Ghost In the Shell are cyberpunk dystopian themed anime. If you haven't watched both and you claim you like anime then you must have been living under a rock for a decade or so.

Ghost in the Shell and Akria where two animations that changed the movie going experience. The reason that Ghost in the Shell is a good match to Akira is that both make you think more than just the aciton. They both dive into the human mind and presonal beliefs of each main character. The visuals for both movies are stunning for their time and even now. The voice acting for Ghost in the Shell is good and matches a little better than Akiras. The othre reason both work so well is their political plot is thick and heavy. Both make people think what really does go on in politics. In comparing both there is no clear winner both are great. I recomend this to any one that is just starting to watch anime and those of diehard fans of anime.

Both Akira and Ghost in the Shell are fast-paced, technology-based thrillers. They are action packed but still leave lots of room for character development. Both do not shirk from ladling on the violence, but execute it in a way that is gripping and not off putting. If you like like tech and guns without the accompanying Gundams, these are series you should watch.

Both of these films have dark and thought evoking naratives which deal with profound ideas. Anyone who enjoys cyber-punk setting and themes of either of these films will enjoy the other.

Ghost in the Shell provides and equally exhilirating story that leaves much up to the viewer to figure out on their own. Ghost in the Shell combines top notch production with high quality content, making up a movie that you can't say "no" to.

These two classic cyber-punk sci-fi anime are both interesting and intelligent and a must see for any anime fan. Ghost in the Shell and Akira are an absolute treat for anime fans preferring a unique outlook on the sci-fi genre, that really delve into what is meant by the term ‘humanity'.

Futuristic SciFi with good action as well as a very deep plot. if you like Akira you will likely enjoy Ghost in the shell.

Both movies take place in a near future setting with somewhat darker environments than our own. Likewise, they feature well-balanced action scenes and psychological slowdowns so there is no plane of monotonous action or a lack of action either.

Akira and Spriggan were written by the same author and have close to the same action. There are also a few similarities in character design, etc.

Akira and Spriggan are very similar. Spriggan has many aspects that Akira has like little children with powers and lots of violence and action.Though Spriggan lacks the massive and impressive story line Akira has, Spriggan makes it up with breath taking fight scenes. They are well suitted together.

If You like one you will undoubtedly like the other. They have the same mood and feel and even share trademark grey skined children with psychic powers.

Akira and Venus Wars, on a superficial level, share a similar theme: a biker teenager has gotten involved in something he shouldn't have. Beyond that, though, the two have a similar dark feel and environment - though Akira takes place in a big city, while Venus Wars takes place in a desolate wasteland. Regardless, if you appreciated the gritty feel of one, try out the other.

Venus Wars and Akira share many similarities; both feature biker gangs, both are set in the near future, both have a dark and brooding visual style and both are beautifully animated. Sure, Akira may be the more ambitious and epic, but Venus Wars does an admirable job of portraying a story of people striving to protect their way of life - that's a story I think everyone can relate to, and when it's part of a film as action-packed and as entertaining as Venus Wars you can't really go wrong.

With a similar mood and a plot line set around war, Akira and Venus Wars are both movies that any anime fan should make a point to see. Though Akira is more widely considered a 'classic,' Venus Wars is one of those hidden gems that you should definitely take the time to find and watch.