 If you liked
Baccano!
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 ...then you might like
Durarara!!
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Same author, same studio. Both animes focus on various characters from the underworld -- criminals, violent gangs and misfits -- with splashes of the occult and the supernatural but set in a thoroughly modern society not unlike ours. While Baccano! had immortals and mysterious elixirs propelling the story along, Durarara! has a dullahan, which according to Irish myths, is a headless rider. Like Baccano!, Durarara! is told by an all-seeing narrator, populated by a large cast, and initially seems very scattered in terms of its storyline but should begin to make sense the more episodes you see.
Both shows are adapted from novels that are by the same author, Narita Ryohgo. Not to mention that the same animation studio and team worked on both adaptations. I'm almost certain that if you enjoyed Baccano for the obvious reasons, then you'll love this.
Both from the same author and director - both masterpieces! Both have many small stories which come together into one. In Baccano! most of the characters meet on a train called the Flying Pussyfoot and in Durarara!! the characters all meet in the city of Ikebukuro. Baccano! is all centered in the USA in the 1930's with some of the plot taking place in the past while Durarara!! mostly takes place in modern day Japan. Both series have extremely interesting characters and story. Both series have a strong element of mystery in them too and they both evolve in real life surroundings while they both
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Recommended by shadowsword
Both are from the same Director and are very similar to each other except that baccano took place at an older year and Durarara is during this time city.
Both emphasize great characters and the satisfaction of the viewer in one happens to these characters. Both also tell their stories in a highly original way, revealing plot points later on and in almost random places. Heavy use of foreshadowing and guessing games is present as well. But above all, both are incredibly enjoyable in a Tarantino-esque fashion, and leave you wanting much, much more.
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Recommended by CinemaZebra
Seeing as both are made by the same company, the characters are easy to love and get attached to. Both story lines are being told by different characters of the series, giving you different points of views; which makes it soo much more interesting. Of course each character has their own plans for each other, but they all get invovled with each other's situations (as do most animes), the art style is amazing. Each character is (i think) pretty well-rounded, some of them remind me of other characters that i've seen based on there actions and personalites. I would defintly recommend this series!!!
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Recommended by Hunny-Sempai
Both anime have the same director, and the story's little similar, Durarara!! and Baccano is one of the best anime, both of them involve on having a Action genre, and supernatural, if like those kind of genres, you should try watching either of this two.
Also, both of the anime has great character illustration and a good story plot, so watching either of these two is definitely not a waste of time.
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These two anime I was skeptical because, they have been 8, XX points, but after watching Baccano realized that this is just my thoughts
Anime Baccano Durarara and brilliantly made, heroes are shown in all its glory - their lives, secrets, the past, which is a maniac and the most powerful man XDDD
In general, I advise everyone who liked Baccano! ! !
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К этим двум аниме я относился скептически, потому-что у них были 8,XX баллов, но после просмотра Baccano понял, что это только мои мысли
Аниме Baccano и Durarara блестяще сделаны, показаны герои во всей красе - их жизнь,секреты,прошлое, чего стоит маньяк и самый сильный человек XDDD
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I never write reccommendations simply because the same writer wrote both stories, there are story-based reasons behind this reccomendation...
Within the plot, both stories feature:
- a number of gangs
- mysterious gand leaders
- supernatural characters thrown into the mix
- Neither serise's have a cast of; innocents, weaklings or do-gooders
- a religion/science connection (angel living with scientists in one, alchemy in the other)
Character wise:
- Claire and Shizou; hard working guys who keep themselves to themselves, yet quickly turn unhinged during conflict, both may or may not be supernatural
- Miria and Issac, like Walker and Erica; male+female best friends, a goofy and likable criminal parnership who share the same
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Recommended by Gleam_Queen
Both series are by the same author. The art styles are similar. Both are full of blood and awesomely choreographed fight scenes. Baccano! takes place in the 1930s while Durarara!! takes place today. Although they take place in different time periods, both deal with gangsters, wacky villians, and cute likable characters (especially boys <3).
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Recommended by msskitties
Same producer, director etc etc. The cast of this one's so much more better. The art's changed and the story is modern but the time jinxes and the mystery/action feel remains the same and so does the awesomeness of the plot.
Not gonna say the same thing everyone else has, because it's obviously already been pointed. Baccano!'s Isaac & Maria, after drinking the elixir, lived until the date of Durarara! and appear in it as well.
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Recommended by Graygoose124
Snazzy opening, catchy background music, urban myths and legends and a ton of lead characters marks this series as the 21st century edition of Baccano.
Both have similar art style and concept. Both are focused on the underworld. Both have a complex plot and action at the right times.
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Recommended by Glamrgrl104
-Both made by the same studio
-Both features underworld elements (gangs, mobsters, etc.)
-Both presents the story via multiple perspectives
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Recommended by Daitomodachi
They're based on light novels by the same author, and made by the same studio. There are myths and gangs in both of them. While watching Durarara I was constantly reminded of Baccano.
Another similarity: They both have kickass openings.
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Recommended by fourswords
If you loved Durarara!!, then you'll love Baccano. Same Author and same art style. Both are Slice of life. If you like the gangster theme surrounding the story, then you'll love Baccano.
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Recommended by Black_Rose1809
Same author, same studio, same director, and set in the same universe. Durarara can be seen as a spiritual sequel to Baccano. Both feature underworld themes.
Not only are both of them originally created by Ryohgo Narita, but are both similar as character driven stories and deals with supernatural elements in somewhat realistic settings.
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Recommended by artist-retired
Haha, like who didn't see this one coming. Same author and studio, both have seemingly disjointed stories (Baccano to a much larger extent) and huge, colourful casts that all eventually come together for an exciting finale. Not to mention, both are incredibly entertaining!
Both anime are the same author.
Both contain a character immortal.
Both contain a variety of characters very present.
Baccano! in his special, has a minimal resemblance to Durarara!, being also set in a city. Even though very little.
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Recommended by Loweireigh
For starters they're both by the same manga artist and they also both use the same composer (two very epic soundtracks, I've gotta add!)
They each have various storylines following different characters, which all end up overlapping. They also both include similar characters elements such as the use of gangs, information brokers and supernatural beings - the Black Rider in Durarara and the homonculi in Baccano. Baccano has more action and gore whereas I'd say Durarara has more character depth and comedy.
There's also a fun little crossover appeal. The password to the Dollars website in Durarara is "Baccano" and Isaac and Miria have a couple of
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Recommended by risemboolranger
You´ll never know what´s going on until the very end
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Recommended by mutsuriniii
Very interesting characters, great plot development and an different way to tell the story
very similar feel to Durarara!!
Same company, I believe, and very similar art..
It has similar themes and action, though the setting is very different..
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Recommended by ichigo2979
Same author, same narrating style.
Both animes have lots of characters with their own story. They initially look like they are telling separate stories but all of the pieces of the puzzle come togheter in the end. I suggest to watch Baccano before.
As Durarara!! is much more known, Hence this would be the logical thing to do, even though Baccano was written first.
-Large casts with lots of personality
-Nice plot, though seems kind of disconnected. It'll come to you in the end. And you'll like it ;)
- No real villain (arguably)
- In many POV's.
- Makes you feel smart when you get it at the end. You like that don't you.
- Heck, written by same author (light novel)
First, both have the same author. So you can see the similarities of the art. The way the story goes on is similar to each other too. Especially when it cuts from an idea to another. Characters in these two animes are very connected to each other. And how fate made them encounter each other is just amazing. You know? Coincidence? I like types of stories where coincidence exists. And, well, both have a good ending.
Adapted from novels by the same author, Baccano! and Durarara!! are series about supernatural events affecting gangs; one is about gangs in 1930s New York, the other is about gangs in modern day Japan. There's a similar sense of humor and interesting use of larger-than-life characters.
Obviously there are similarities due to the directing and storytelling, staff, studio, etc. But the shows do truly feel like they belong in the same universe (they kind of are). An eccentric cast of characters, unconventional story-telling, and fleshed out worlds that feel truly lived in. They also have very good though very different soundtracks, which really capture the vibe they are going for.
Once you watch Baccano! You must watch Durarara!! and vice versa. What makes these shows great is that they have so much in common with the layout of the actual show. But the another bonus is that these shows are completely different at the same time, all the characters have great depth which makes the twists and turns in the anime so much better. Its also for people who loved our beloved duo Issac and Miria!
The story telling from different point of view. Which make the world in both series is big, and learn the world from their perspective. The ensemble cast in both series are able to distinguish from other character in the same series, because of the unique personality between each character.
Like Baccano!, Durarara!! was written by Ryohgo Narita, had the anime made by Brain's Base, was directed by Takahiro Omori, tells the stories of multiple characters in parallel, has lots of action, has a supernatural element, and is R - 17+ (violence & profanity).
Both seem very confusing at first by adding a whole lot of characters that don't seem important and very random. After a few episodes, the pieces come together. They also have a lot of violence and a supernatural aspect.
First of all, both shows are made by the same person, Ryohgo Narita, so if you liked Baccano! then it's almost guaranteed that you will enjoy Durarara. Both stories follow the multiple view points of a very large and unique cast, so both series tend to jump around alot, giving the perspective of each character. And like Baccano, Durarara may seem confusing at first but comes together very well at the end, showing how all actions are connected. In addition, both series have a supernatural element: Baccano has the Immortals while Durarara has a modern-day dullahan or headless horseman if you will. Furthermore, as the
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same author, same studios, same atmosphere, huge cast. non-linear storytelling, quirky characters.
Isaac and Miria appeared in both shows since they share the same universe.
Both anime take place in the same exact universe and a few cameos. But besides that, they both deal with mystery and gang wars. With a hint of supernatural sprinkled on top.
I believe these two shows are by the same writers or studio. They are quite unique compared to other anime in the way they are presented, telling complex stories that are all happening at the same time while constantly shifting the pov without any present protagonist. These shows tell multiple stories that all contribute to a singular narrative.
Durararara!! is more modern but both series have small elements of fantasy.
Both animes are based off light novels written by the same author. They also feature a large cast of unique characters that deal with strange, unnatural events.
•both are produced by the same author/company, which = same art style/music/character design etc
•both have the supernatural/violence/action genres
•both have groups of gangs that are controlled by leaders and fight each other
•both anime dont have a protagonist,the focus is evenly spread throughout the anime, focusing on different groups/people each time, following their storys
•both have individuals/groups of people following their own story, but they all have a connection in some way or another, which shows it in the climax of the story, that they are all connected through their own stories.
•they are both enjoyable to watch since they are both produced by the same company,
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Both anime are made by the same production company: Sakura Create
Both anime use multiple perspectives as the main story telling technique
Coincidences play a big role in both anime. A coherent story is formed from many random events.
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Recommended by bunny1ov3r
Both are originality written by Ryohgo Narita and give a same vibe along with that they have a similar art style as well.
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Recommended by HealedWolf
-both by the same creator
-both have very similar story
-both have great and similar characters
- 2 character from baccano were used in durarara for few moments
-both action and supernatural
-both unique storytelling
-similar soundtrack
Both are written by Ryohgo Narita. Fast paced and non-linear narration style appeal in both the series. If you're a fan of Quentin Tarantino then both these series are exactly what you're looking for!
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Recommended by pratulbagri
Both are written by the same author. Both have a story that revolves around supernatural elements and gang activities. Both have a huge cast of characters and a storyline that is scattered between episodes, but comes together towards the end.
Filled to the brim with characters you'll need a few episodes to get your head around. Both of these anime are a necessity for those who love a character-driven tale.
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Recommended by sammydeedge
both have less focus on a single character and tell a story from multiple points of view, also similar themes of gang war with supernatural elements, most of all THEY ARE BOTH AWSOME !!
These animes come from the same creator. The stories and the ways they are told are unique compared to other animes.
Both have a similar animation style of drawing attention to the main characters, of which both stories have a large cast of characters that have relevance to the main plot. Both also have some eccentric, memorable characters that their presence alone makes the shows worth watching.
Story is unfolded in a similar way. Large cast and lots of things going on.
With the same author and the same animation studio, both series use multiple perspectives from the eyes of many likeable characters to tell multiple stories that ultimately intertwine to form one big narrative.
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Recommended by NeoRinTinTin
Baccano! has a similar style of pacing and has a similar way of coming together like one bog puzzle. Plus, both are amazing. :)
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Recommended by LuckyFriday13
They both have the same author and a plethora of characters whose relationships become more lucid towards the culmination of the series. Baccano does a far superior job with its cast; but for those who want a nostalgia trip after seeing Baccano, Durarara is the idyllic choice.
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Recommended by WTFincorporated
Both are from the same production company and both have the same format of the way the show is setup.
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Recommended by Kur0i_Senritsu
Both are very character oriented stories and the general way they are presented are both very simular.
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Recommended by glassesg8d
These two tells the story in the same ways. They both show what happened from numerous points of views, and you really don't understand it completely until the end of the part of the story they are telling. They are both very fun animes to watch.
Both series have the same creator and both are made in the same unique way with lots of characters as it jumps around constantly.
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Recommended by hypernova_00
Light novels were written by the same author and plots all interwine, action packed and occasionally funny!
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Recommended by EmBethMarsh
Same creator. Both have many characters with many stories, and both are a must see.
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Recommended by DeliveryHomo
Both DRRR! and Baccano has many different story lines involving many different characters, but by the end of the anime these seemingly unrelated individuals somehow were all impacting each oter in ways they did not now.
I personally love both of these anime simply for the face-palm "IT ALL MAKES SENSE NOW" moment in the end and if you are the type of viewer that enjoys obscure but original anime, then you should watch both of these.
* Alot of different characters and not just one protagonist.
* The stories of the different characters start from seperated positions but come s altogether towards the end.
* The art style and plot process is very similar and almost identical is some way.
* They both seem to happen in the same world but in different times and places.
* Baccano has more action in it. Durarara puts less focus in this area but pays up with someone different.
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Recommended by RedSimplex
A masterpiece and a phantastic mess of chaos and delight. Both series could be described with these few words. Narita, Ryougo did a geniune job with both of these works. But one has to understand that both works, though alike in the aspect of story-telling and unique feeling, are both different works.
They have a prefect pacing, phantastic humor, weird and individual characters and beatiful art paired with the most fitting music.
Action, comedy, love, deepness and a whole range of weird things. Thats what both of these works are. If that is what you like, then look no farther than this, because you found what
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Recommended by Railgun_Zeloss
・both are based on manga by the same author
・both are directed by the same person
・both have very similar ways of telling the story ("round-trip plot")
・both are mystery/psychological anime
・both tell the same story from the viewpoint of different characters
・baccano! is set in 1930s-era New York City while durarara!! is set in modern day Ikebukuro
・both are action-based but also have touches of romance and comedy
Basically its Durarara but set in America circa 20s-30s, they both deal with supernatural, and both anime is an adaptation of light novel by the same author.
They are written by the same authors, and have similar art styles. Both have in-depth mysteries that will have you questioning what's going on until the very end.
Durarara is a lot longer running, which can expand the story a lot more, but Baccano also has a different atmosphere. If you like anime that aren't actually based in Japan, Baccano would be for you.
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Recommended by Nyaominyan
Both series are by the same author. The art styles are similar. Both are full of blood and awesomely choreographed fight scenes. Baccano! takes place in the 1930s while Durarara!! takes place today. Although they take place in different time periods, both deal with gangsters, wacky villians, and cute likable characters
These two share the same DNA in a sense that they are adapted light novels by the same writer, have same director, and are made by the same production house. What really makes them very similar is that they use fantasy elements (Alchemists vs. Dullahan) to create richly, dark, and varied characters in a special setting and time. The use of ensemble characters makes them relatable to a lot of people. Above all, Baccano and Durarara!, in a great sense, are very entertaining and well-adapted anime.
Both series' are comedic, action filled genre.
-Both series' very main protagonists(sorry, don't know what word to use) is the backbone of both stories.
-Both series' made the legends funny and interesting at he same time.
(the Dullahan and the Immortals,.. "spoiler alert")
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Recommended by Haruchhiii
Shares the same studio, director, and general staff. Both revolves around a number of characters with distinct traits and equal relevance to the story, and has a habit of pacing between time and space to show how and where each character contributes to the ongoing conflict. Both have modern noire undertones lavished with Jazz music and heavy supernatural and modern mythological themes. Both awesome in their own right.
both shows technically should take place in the same world of the super natural. in fact there are a few baccano easter eggs in durarara. The character art style is obviously the same so if you like one you'll like the other. Theres a little bit of something for everyone in this show with the wide range of genres covered (but not necessarily stated) in the show. durarara has a killer ominous sound track the is quite good in my opinion. so I see no reason why you shouldn't give it a go.
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Recommended by extrananners
Strange and disjointed stories on the surface, containing huge casts of characters, very charming humor and action with a visual style unique enough to stand out while still looking clean
They have the same author and have very similar plot. They have gangs, extreme broad character set and the storylines are cast around but will come to clear. They have mature asoects like war between gangs and with a city settings
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Recommended by GiantQAACSleier
They are from the same manga artist and they has the same formation. A lot of characters all different but they have some things in common and those things unites them.
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Recommended by Gorgonzola
Both are written by the same author and have a similar style with their focus on a large number of complex characters, however I personally enjoyed Baccano!'s handling of it more.
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Recommended by ShinBOmnis
Baccano! and Durarara!! are increadibly similar titles, as they are primarily produced by the same studio- Brains Base. They are both in the same universe, as there are various hints that prove this. The action sequences are very similar as well, as the camera angles are typically shot from below, rather than more on-surface. They are humorous characters in both series, who act as comic relief from the more darkly-thematic state of the anime. Their respective openings are as well in similar style and fashion, and finally they both have exclamation marks in their titles!!! ( pun intended)
It is from the same author, and the plot is the exact same thing. The way it is developed it's exactly the same. If you liked Durarara or if you liked Baccano, you will definately enjoy it's match.
We can call them brothers .. really in everything they are similiar.
There are many diverse, and most importantly, unique and memorable characters in both animes. All the characters are featured (side and main) and you get to know them like the back of your hand. The multiple plots in each anime initially branch out in all directions then gradually converge to a single, more unified arc through the characters' association with each other. The events are full of surprises and include magical realism (things that cannot happen but are made to be very convincingly real) and makes the audience sit on the edge of their seat as they await the shocking revelation in subsequent episodes.
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Recommended by Jonathan_Simple
Both follow the life of dozens of characters that seems to have nothing in common, discovering bit by bit their secrets and finally all coming together, giving sense to all actions for an amazing final
Same author Narita Ryohgo, same studio. Both animes focus on various characters from the underworld -- criminals,local violent gangs and social misfits -- with splashes of the occult and the supernatural thrown in but set in a thoroughly (relatively)modern society not unlike ours. While Baccano! had immortals and mysterious elixirs propelling the story forward, Durarara! has a Dullahan, which according to Irish myths, is a headless rider,an unseelie fairy. Like Baccano!, Durarara! is not your conventional anime and is told by an all-seeing narrator, populated by a VERY large cast with actual character development(how shocking right..:P), and initially seems very scattered and
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Recommended by laidellent
If you like series with a huge cast of characters, supernatural elements in a realistic urban world these two series are for you!!!
-They both have huge casts of characters and each character is likable in its own way
-They both have light supernatural elements (Durarara with Celty and other demon like characters and Baccano with imortals)
-They both aren't traditional stories. They just show characters interacting and influencing the world and society were they live
-They both show the underworld of a particular city (NY for Baccano and Ikebukuro (Tokyo) for Durarara)
-They both have a strong silent female character (Celty for Durarara and Chane for Baccano)
-They both have
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Recommended by You_Go_Now
(switch the two anime around) Both are animated by Brains Base, both have well executed fights and the English dubs, while I personally am a sub person are great, and in Baccano's case, is even better than the sub. They also both have a colourful cast of characters. Watch Baccano if you want to watch something a little more gory, and unlike Durarara, it is condensed in a 13 episode series (16 if you count the specials); both of these are among my favourites.
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Recommended by LaughinOtaku
The same head-spinning yet silky-smooth style with a modern spin, Durarara keeps the action-packed plot twists rolling. While I don't think it's quite the masterpiece it's predecessor was, it bears the torch well and even surpasses Baccano in some respects. There are the occasional slow bits and an unfortunate (imao) emphasis on the high schoolers later on. However the setting and character developement get fleshed out in much greater detail, crafting such an interesting and unpredictable neighborhood dynamic (Ikebukuro) that it might as well be a character unto itself. Adding in the show's myriad of excellent characters and the unique tripple-take inducing plot structure showcased
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Recommended by Bschneidez
Both based on light novels written by Ryohgo Narita, Durarara!! and Bacanno! are anime adaptations directed by Takahiro Omori that, despite the diferrent settings, have many similarities. The major one being the way that the storytelling is done: both follow different plotlines and characters that might seem unrelated at first but are somehow connected and take part of a much bigger picture.
Both animes have intriguing plotlines that, despite the fact that they take place on the real world, features some supernatural elements.
Both of the manga has a confusing timeline but with great characters, when I said great I mean all of the characters.
Anyone who has seen DRRR knows that the world it's set in is a pretty unique one, if you were entranced by it as I was I highly recommend checking out Baccano!.
For starters, Baccano! is set in the same universe as DRRR, the writer is the same for both series'. The strongest point of DRRR is arguably the characters, all of them have interesting individual personalities and even after I finished DRRR a long time ago I remember them all vividly. Baccano! features a very wide range of characters that you will get to know and love as much you like the characters in DRRR.
If
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Recommended by Stefanonono
I thought it was kind of similar in that the story wasn't told completely linearly and you don't know what is going on until you figure it out and see the whole picture. Baccano! is way more confusing though, but once you understand everything it is so amazing.
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Recommended by LibriLector
none linear progressing storylines a wide range of varied characters in real life situations mixed with metaphysical,paranormal elements
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Recommended by pandass123
they are both written by Ryohgo Narita so it's no surprise that they are simular. Both stories have many characters and complicated plots and the univerces overlap (Issac and Miria from Baccano can be seen in a few episodes of Durarara!!). While they are set in different time periods they are both told in the same way, with the plot switching between different characters to show alnost every angle of the plot while still letting some parts up to the imagination. Overall they are both good shows talored to the same audiance, so if you like one, you are more than likely to like the
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Recommended by lexa_ngaire
These two are really similar. Durarara!! is created by the same studio who created Baccano!, and in fact both animes are set in the same world. You'll meet Isaac and Miria in Durarara!!, which is characters originally from Baccano!.
The other similarities are:
-The story always jumps back and forth in time.
-There's gang wars
-People with supernatural powers
-Alot of main characters
-The story binds itself together after a while (Things are confusing at first, but everything makes sense later)
-Similar openings
If you enjoyed Baccano!, you'll have to see Durarara!!
Made by the same team and have similar structure. Baccanao! is pretty much a short, 1930s Durarara!!.
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Recommended by AegisREDflector
Being both anime a creation of Ryohgo Narita (Light novel series), Baccano! in a very short summary is the mature version of Durarara. Featuring a wide cast of characters, each one with different personalities, you will immerse in a world filled by mystery, para-natural activities and war between gangs. As Durarara you will be confused at first glance by the amount of characters, but same as Durarara, the intro will feature the cast. Also you will see the suddenly flashbacks between scenes and different scenes covered in the same space-time coordinate, arriving to a point in which each story converge, same as Durarara. Hence, if
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Baccano was made first and pulls off the time jumping, characters crossing, shtick better imo
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Recommended by avatartagg
Same Author and Studio
Both series give you a vast amount of information right off the bat, making it a bit hard to understand right away. Eventually, you will be able to put the puzzle pieces together, and see the reasoning for this.
Both have a large, but overall enjoyable cast. With Baccano! you see the story from many individuals and groups that tie into one another. While in Durarara!! you are given an individual/groups problems, which provides the viewer with much more than just the main plot, making the series more enjoyable. Also including violence, gang and mafia related drama, and involving a twist
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Takahiro Omori, director of Baccano! and Durarara!!, implemented multiple similar styles and qualities in both animes. Baccano! and Durarara!! have several interesting stories that contribute to the overarching plot and go back and forth on a timeline of some sort, but in Durarara!! the changes of time aren't directly labeled with a specific time like in Baccano!. Also, Baccano! was more violent and gruesome than Durarara!! (mainly due to there being more bloody fights) Both shows also have characters that are well developed even some with similar psychotic and/or destructive natures (Some examples include Baccano!'s Ladd Russo & Claire Stanfield and Durarara!!'s
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- Both show has the same author, Narita Ryohgo.
- Both show has the same Animation Studio, Brains Base.
- Both show is about gangster gathering in a small area (Baccano! - Flying Pussyfoot), (Durarara!! - Ikebukuro).
- Both show has a good story, also enjoyable...
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Recommended by AdrianTheWeeb
It's similar because of the same author first: the mechanics about the question we're asking to ourselves "who is the real protagonist?" in Durara is similar here.
The ambiguity to follow some characters that are villains but feeling empathy for them is really interesting in those 2 animes.
You'll not be disappointed.
both series are written by the same author
both shows do not have a set main character
both shows have quite a few sociopaths in their cast
both have a huge cast
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Recommended by Mei-o_Scarlett
Both of these anime have stories that are about multiple different characters and their life and as the story continues you will start to realise that all of the stories that are told are connected in some way.
Both series can be dark at times but none the less as you get into the story you will start to get hooked and each episode leave you on the eadge of your seat woundering how everything is connected.
Similarities:
- Both have stories about multiple charaters
- Both have a slightly dark tone
Differences:
- One is fouced more on the mafia and the other focuses on happening and "myths" in a
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Recommended by Blue_Phoenix_
- Same creator, same animation studio, same feeling, same idea of a wide cast of varied yet interconnected characters.
- Both features a large array of characters, rapidly changing points of view, a similar visual style, and identical ways of doing the op.
- A lot of mystery, action, a lot of characters.. rapidly changing points of view, a similar visual style, Also great music and same style of OP and ED themes, really similar animation.
- Both anime are a cluster of many unique characters where their stories eventually somehow become linked together.
- Both gives the same feeling. Not because simply because studio is the
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Both Durarara and Baccano have a similar way to explain the argument. Baccano's great and if you like Durarara you'll enjoy it. There're many interesting and complex personages who have their own story but this story's related with the others.
all the characters are the main characters. every characters have their own stories but they are related to eachother.
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Recommended by Maryambake
They are both adapted from novels of the same person -Narita Ryohgo- and have a huge cast of many interesting characters. They also share a similar storytelling and art style.
Both have a lot of different characters with no specific main one, a lot going on at once, time changes very often. Similar animation (Same studio and both adapted from the same Author) and there are Baccano Easter eggs in Durarara, the biggest being Isaac and Miria. Also both the Dubs are worth watching.
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Recommended by Alexx_12341
1) Same author: Narita Ryohgo
2) Similar character design
3) Gangs are a very important part of the story
4) Different character/stories that end up connected
5) Charismatic characters
6) The OST also has a mafia vibe
7) Fantasy elements/characters in real world
Durarara has the same style as Baccano.
You have to stay focused to follow the plot and there are many characters who are important to the plot.
It is also about mafias or gangs.
If you liked the plot and plottwists of Baccano you will enjoy Durarara.
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Recommended by TrueArcanum
Both Baccano! and Durarara!! were made by the same studio, director and are both originally by the same LN author. Both shows feature a zany ensemble cast with multiple, seemingly divergent plot lines that converge and coalesce in really interesting ways. Both shows are also quite funny. If you liked one you'll like the other.
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Recommended by gothgf-rip
Both anime almost similar with each other. Got a gang fight, similar animation, and got many respective main characters
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Recommended by HeroArgonaut
Durarara!! was written and created by the exact same person who made Baccano!, and the same animation studio, Brain's Base, also happened to have animated both series as well. Both series are unique in that each of the characters are perfectly used, and they also happen to have supernatural elements added into the plot. Durarara!! takes place in a large, huge city in modern- day Tokyo while Baccano! is set in Chicago during the 1930's. Each series might have characters with different personalities, but they are all similar in many ways.
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Recommended by Marco_a_Phoenix
Similar style of story telling.
involvement of the supernatural
baccano easter eggs and cameos in durarara
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Recommended by DeitysDynasty
Same author, same universe (but different time period and location), similarly focused on intersecting plots of an ensemble cast.
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Recommended by addictionado
A very unique way of storytelling, where little pieces are revealed bit by bit and in the end all fit together perfectly. Very similar characters as well, the reason being that they were both done by the same author, even animated by the same studio and directed by the same director.
They both take place in the city, they both have plots that are sure to hook you in, they both have gangs of some sort.
They are made by the same author and animated by the same studio. Both have large ensemble casts. Baccano! and Durarara!! may be confusing at first due to both series having non-linear storylines, but it clears up towards the end. In addition, therr are also supernatural elements (the dullahan in durarara, immortality and elixirs in baccano). Baccano is set in 20th century America, whereas durarara is set in modern Japan.
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Recommended by LeonhartAugust
Both by the same author. Similar chaotic story telling. Colourful characters, fantastic soundtrack. Both involving crime and the supernatural.
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Recommended by RyTeOnJohnston16
1. Same universe.
2. Plot is kinda same;
Unrelated events happens with different characters. And then the events will start to connect.
3. Have many main characters rather than one. etc.
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Recommended by DoomSlayer0
Similar in art and style, with mystery feel and great characters that all have different stories that intertwine with one another. Plus a supernatural element that both series share. But unlike Durarara!!, Baccano only has one season containing 13 episodes and a couple OVAs. Highly recommend, and easy to binge watch.
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Recommended by Therizinosauria
Same narrative style, both have charismatic and bizarre characters and are both made by the same person.
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Recommended by Trash-chan74
Similar in how they have disjointed storylines that come together to form one cohesive narrative.
Baccano and Durarara are made by the same author so they both have similar eccentric characters, stories that involve gangs and tell their stories with different character perspectives.
The main difference between the 2 show are while Baccano takes place in the 1930s Durarara takes place in modern day.
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Recommended by Great_King20
Wrote by the same author makes Baccano and Durarara!! has a similar vibes.
What makes both anime great is the dynamics between the characters. Both Durarara!! and Baccano has a tons of unique main characters that makes the story feel bigger and more alive, and also the one that makes both anime iconic in their own way.
The main focus of both the series is dealing with supernatural problems that included crime around the city with an action scene and lots of dynamic dialogue and characters development. The differents between Baccano and Durarara!! in term of story is that Baccano has historical vibes and Durarara!! has 2000-is
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If you love seeing a bunch of separate stories interconnect with each other for a grand epic as it did for Durarara than Baccano is definitely for you.
I was pretty sure that it is going to be similar to baccano after watching the opening and the art style and Yes both are similar as both are related to gangs,mafia etc. it is like baccano in today's world.
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Recommended by Sukhmonchan
Written by the same author. Both have an ensemble cast, with different types of characters who are all interesting and quirky in their own ways. Both have fantasy elements. Lots of mystery in both.
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Recommended by 8927361482568r9r
they both have ! and the "!!" on durarara was inspired by baccano, both are amazing anime
Same studio but this anime have a lot of plots and characters and have a great storyline the artstyles and sound is so fucking goog, If you want to watch anime like durarara I reccomend you to watch this .
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Recommended by SchierkeWitchy_
Both are similar since both are created by the same authors (Ryogo Narita), have the same type of storytelling and in both series it features a horror, drama, mystery and supernatural element to it.
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Recommended by GiovanniHalim
These two master works are not only made by the same author, but they were also adapted by the same studio. Baccano! and Durarara!! are both shows about people from the underworld as you would call it. Individuals fighting for a certain object, gang wars, murders and other similar things are common in those tow anime. Both also have a very particular style of story telling, having multiple plots at the same time for example. And last but not least, the way of handling characters, and the characters themselves, are very similar.
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Recommended by lysanthrope
These two are SO similar in the overall structure (as in, you follow multiple characters and their lives somehow get tangled together). Both have supernatural elements, gangs, etc. If u enjoyed one of these ur probs gonna enjoy the other.
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Recommended by meme_puika
durarara but make it 1930s
same style of comedy and non-linear story telling for both shows (not surprising since they were created by the same studios). some unexplainable supernatural elements but that keeps it spicy i guess
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Recommended by hlfmoondwn
All recommend those two where they can be considered as sequel-prequel . Baccano! is just a story of a specific historical incident of 1930 only about 15 episodes and durarara!! shows some usual incidents of ikabukuro city of parent time about 40 episodes.
They're both from the same author's novels, two series full of events that keep the story dynamic and with lots of surprises. There are also so many characters, each of them is unique and well characterized, always with a purpose for the development of the plot. They are two bizarre series that make you laugh, cry and sometimes blow your mind off.
- Same author
- Both stories show different events that weave together to form a bigger plot
- Both soundtrack claps!
- Both shows exist in the same continuity
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Recommended by Loi_Pako03
-Both follow multiple plot lines and do a great job of tying them together.
-A lot of different characters to follow
Both are from same author, same studio. Both focus on various characters from the underworld i.e criminals, violent gangs and misfits. Both are told by an all-seeing narrator, populated by a large cast, and initially seems very scattered in terms of its storyline but they all begin to make sense with more episodes progress. Baccano is all centered in the USA in the 1930's with some of the plots taking place in the past while Durarara mostly takes place in modern day Japan centered around Ikebukuro.
Baccano, in my opinion is an amazing pick for those who are fans of durarara, i always kinda got the same vibe. I think baccano is kinda underrated, which is kinda sad because it frikkin bops.
Both have similar music, with baccano having a bit of a more jazzy feeling, and durarara being more fast paced.
I really recommend baccano for Crime/mystery fans, Give it a shot! it aint very long either.
They're both made by the same author and same studio. They even share a universe and some characters from Baccano appear in Durarara as well. Both are a little strange and a lot of people seem to be up to something. Both have that same chaotic feel to them, and both also have jazz music in the soundtrack.
Made by the same person, I like Baccano better but they're both good. If you have seen Durarara and liked it I think you'll like Baccano. I recommend watching the dub for both, especially Baccano. They do accents and everything. There is also a lot of Baccano references in Durarara.
Both are authored by the same person; Narita, Ryohgo. They have very similar styles with their narratives, skipping around in time, though DRRR!! doesn't do it as much as Baccano! Both have a wide array of lovable and charming characters. The two series take place in the same universe, therefore there are a lot of Easter eggs spread throughout DRRR!! relating to Baccano! As well, both of them have supernatural elements.
Both include so much with affiliated parties, gangs, thieves, and great duo’s of certain characters. Such series, have much to do with being high end criminals with great casting and great plots.
The storytelling are similar with the plot, characters focus, the vibes and apparently, the author are the same.
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Recommended by Kanrakanra
Both are created by the same writers and animation studio and follows a ensemble cast of characters in there own self contained arc around set period setting (1930s New York and Modern Japan) while also having supernatural stuff and varies of distinct and strange character along with it.
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Recommended by childisharmenzo
If you love the work of Ryohgo Narita or anime/manga with a mixture of fantasy and realistic elements, as well as interestingly interwoven characters and plot lines then I highly recommend you check out Baccano!
Aside from the shared author i quickly became smitten by the setting in Chicago roughly around the early 1930s, the mafia/cast conflict/investigation involving an elixir that grants immortality and the breath taking sakuga throughout the anime.
A fair warning Baccano is very difficult to find but i promise you that in any form you consume it in via light novel or anime it is well worth the hassel!