Watch order / 3 routes
Fullmetal Alchemist watch order
Choose the 2003 adaptation or its 2009 alternative, then keep each adaptation's companion material separate.
The important distinction is between adaptation routes. The 2003 series leads to The Conqueror of Shamballa, while Brotherhood is a separate alternative TV version. Summary and side-story entries stay optional.
Recommended order
Recommended order
Pick one TV adaptation first; this guide uses the 2003 parent route and its sequel film as the default.
- 01
Fullmetal Alchemist
- 02
Fullmetal Alchemist: The Conqueror of Shamballa
Relation snapshot classifies this as a sequel to the 2003 entry.
Optional viewing
Movies, OVAs and extras
Only entries present in the reviewed repository data are listed. Missing placements are labeled openly.
- 1
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
Exact spoiler-safe placement is not verified in the current data.
Relation snapshot classifies this as an alternative version.
- 2
Fullmetal Alchemist: Reflections
Exact spoiler-safe placement is not verified in the current data.
Relation snapshot classifies this as a summary.
- 3
Fullmetal Alchemist: Premium Collection
Exact spoiler-safe placement is not verified in the current data.
Relation snapshot classifies this as a side story.
Alternative TV route
Brotherhood is a separate relation-backed TV adaptation, not an additional season after 2003.
- 1
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
Relation snapshot classifies this as an alternative version.
Optional additions
These entries are summary or side-story material around the two TV adaptations.
- 1
Fullmetal Alchemist: Reflections
Relation snapshot classifies this as a summary special.
- 2
Fullmetal Alchemist: Premium Collection
Relation snapshot classifies this as a side-story OVA.
FAQ
Fullmetal Alchemist watch order questions
Quick answers to the questions people actually search.
Should I watch Fullmetal Alchemist before Brotherhood?
No fixed combined order is required. The relation snapshot classifies Brotherhood as an alternative version, so choose either TV adaptation as your starting route.
What follows the 2003 Fullmetal Alchemist series?
Fullmetal Alchemist: The Conqueror of Shamballa is the recorded sequel film to the 2003 parent entry.
Is Brotherhood a sequel?
No. The committed relation data classifies it as an alternative version.