10 anime like Pendulum, ranked by the community. These aren't random picks — they're the shows people watch next when they want more drama.
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An old man lives in a town that has become submerged in water. As the water level rises, he's forced to build additional levels onto his home with bricks (cubes) in order to stay above water. One day he accidentally drops his favorite pipe into the lower levels of his home, and...
A story about an unborn child who brought two unfortunate people together and gave them a second chance with a better future. A beautiful alternative music video for Muse's song "Follow Me" animated by Tekken.
During a summer vacation at her grandfather’s house, six-year-old Hotaru Takegawa gets lost in a forest rumored to be inhabited by spirits. While crying out in desperation, Hotaru is approached by Gin—a mysterious boy wearing a mask—who offers to help her. Overjoyed at the...
A woman is troubled by the recent loss of her father, but life finally becomes too much to bear when her mother’s mental and physical health starts to decline as well. In spite of the overwhelming situation, proper insurance reassures the mourning family. [Written by MAL...
Music video for Timeless by THE CHARM PARK on the second CD of their double album "Timeless Imperfections."
After crashing her bike on her way back home from work, a young woman stumbles upon a vulnerable tree goddess whose shrine is being demolished by a construction project. Feeling compelled to help her, the woman invites the goddess into her home and cares for her. However, as...
Set in Tokyo in the near future, when all humanity has been wiped out, a lonely basset hound wanders around a deserted city. Its only wish is to feel the warmth of a human being once more.
Animation film celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Senba Center Building. Based on the manga "A manga in the Semba Center Building" by You Machida. One day, manga artist YOU Machida received a request to draw the Semba Center Building, which was celebrating its 50th...
Departures are moments that evoke both hope and melancholy. Tabi Machi Late Show examines how these ambivalent emotions continue to persist long beyond that singular moment of parting. Azuma reminisces about her mentor as she sees off her own student; Kumeno recalls her short,...
Fans who liked Pendulum tend to recommend La Maison en Petits Cubes, Follow Me, Into the Forest of Fireflies' Light the most. If you're into Drama and Romance, any of these are a solid pick.
Pendulum has a 7.49 on MAL from 21,310 ratings. That's a solid score. Most people who give it a shot end up enjoying it.
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