Wolf's Rain

Similar theme, world on the edge of destruction where human and robots/wolves live together. Some characters discovers in both titles their true self too.  

Great animation, post-apocalyptic world with a prophecy, dark, gritty action. 

Both are post-apocalyptic anime with the main sub-plot of searching for a brighter future and a better place out of darkness. They both have philosophical and supernatural themes and have some action involved. 

The world is ending , it's granted. In both shows we can see struggle and surrender. Different attitudes in face of extinction. There is also a pressure on philiosphical aspects such as "Who am I" , "Where is my place on Earth" , "Where do I go" which are important part of plot.  

Both of them have beautiful, more serious art styles that lean more towards dark and subdued tones, and they are animated wonderfully. Both stories are philosophical and inspirational, and they both involve a small, unlikely group of heroes who travel through a post-apocalyptic world in search for answers in life. They both have great fight sequences and a wonderful score. However, Ergo Proxy is even darker than Wolf's Rain, and the storyline is a little slower and harder to get. If you are patient and pay attention however, you will be rewarded with a satisfying ending. 

Aside from complex and beautiful story with mind-blowing ending, imo, the two shows are examples that anime is not just for "kids". Some characters are very similiar (Proxy / Darcia - looks , Cheza / Proxy - role of chased escapee, Raul / Quent - hunters), with a bit of sci-fi / supernatural, but most of all, all of the characters develop themselves in a really awesome/unexpected way, sending you chills down your spike! Settings of both anime are very similar - dark, post apocalyptic outside world, with people in despair and insecurity of the future and neat cities full of "robots". Mysterious aspects (proxies/nobles) as well as unclear history... Action is not the main point, so there is not many, however the fights are really incredible. And I think you will not forget them for a long time. Animation is pretty much the same (awesome), but Ergo Proxy is generally darker and sometimes harder to grasp whats going on. read more 

Both involve very dark settings, both in animation and themes where the world is dying and in both series, the protagonists travel across the world in search on answers on how to save it. 

Vincent and Kiba are trying hard to change their future, both have to take pass full of danger and unknown stuff. However the main unknown stuff is the purpose of their journey while it is still questionable if it exists, but despite this they do their best to reach the end. You will notice a bit darker atmosphere in Ergo Proxy, but Wolf's Rain involves more action and fights. 

Both heavily stylized according to the era they came from. Both have rather complex plots that come to a close by the final episode. Little to no subplots are present in either. Very similar pacing.  

Both have the journey of a very mixed group of mains trough a post-apocalyptic, wasteland world in search of a secret promised by a prophecy as their main plot. Both feature action, technology indistinguishable from magic and/or straight supernatural elements, mythological references, and raise heavy philosophical questions. Both have open endings with only hints how the world does continue after the cataclysmic events of their respective conclusions. Both are using toned down color schemes, Ergo Proxy has the more stylish art direction and animation quality. Wolf's Rain has rather conventional, linear story telling, whereas Ergo Proxy is very enigmatic and symbolic, and most certainly requires side reading or a rewatch to be fully understood. Both are post-apocalyptic anime with the main sub-plot of searching for a brighter future and a better place out of darkness. They both have philosophical and supernatural themes and have some action involved.  read more 

Both are produced by Bones around the same time and have soundtracks created by Yoko Kanno, which means...both are super great quality and feel similar. 

The feeling is the best in these two anime. Freedom. That's what you see here. The art is also somewhat similar. So nothing in particular, but similar in all small aspects. 

Even though the settings are completely different - I felt the same atmosphere when I watched them. If you like one - you will like another kind of thing. Wolf's Rain is more main plot heavy, rather than being a collaboration of stories like Bebop. 

Just the same vibe, kind of retro animation (which in both series is absolutely amazing) and the same screenwriter Keiko Nobumoto 

If you like Cowboy Bebop, because of: post-apo vibe, characters dynamics, older art style, pacing and Ein :D then you should definitely give Wolf's Rain a chance! 

They are both dark anime,and in both of them,races with supernatural powers,hunted by the normal humans, are trying to find their benediction. In Darker than Black,they are the contractors,that need to go to the Hell's gate,and in Wolf's rain,they are the wolfs,that are searching to find their own paradise. Police is also related to both anime,as well as mystery and experiments. It is only that Darker than black is more ''light'' mooded,it even has some comedy at times,when in Wolf's rain that doesn't exist. 

Bones made both of these animes with about the same depressing, slow-moving tone. The major difference is that DtB is very episodic and Wolf's Rain tends to just wander all over the place. The protagonists, Hei and Kiba, are practically the same character. 

Very similar styles of exposition, in that there is very little blatant expositional spouting; you have to think and pay attention to really get what's going on. Both are mostly serious shows with some humor. 

The storytelling and plot progression are very similar; However, Darker than Black is more episodic. Protagonist Hei is also much like Wolf's Rain's Kiba, in that they are more secluded and serious leaders trying to find their ways to something. Each have a supernatural aspect of themselves and are rather skilled at fighting. Both stories are more dark than happy and each involve the police and fantasy and sci-fi themes. The tone is both are kept more serious. As they are created by the same company, the art styles are comparable with similar colors and quality. While Wolf's Rain takes a more religious approach, Darker than Black is a bit more on the scientific explanation, yet both are set in an odd future of sorts. The stories may not be completely related, yet the mood of both are alike. Both include fighting and going against a strong group opponent. read more 

These are some of the best endings you will ever see in anime. Important questions are answered yet it remains open-ended enough to decide the happiest ending, or the saddest one. That's all up to you sugar plum! 

Similar atmosphere. Both have a female main character, who has special abilities. Both have have many male characters that are fighting (more or less) for a female main character. 

Both stories tell us about survival in a post-apocalyptic world. Similar animation style and dystopian atmosphere. Both are serious and gloomy. Also, lead characters wander a lot. 

Texhnolyze is an extremely niche anime, but I believe Wolf's Rain shares some similar vital points and might appeal to the Texhnolyze audience to a certain degree. At least watching Wolf's Rain really reminded me of Texhnolyze and I felt similar feelings watching them. I cannot really go into detail here as I can easily spoil one or both shows mentioning their key elements but I will try my best. In short, you can get a feeling of desolation while watching both shows. They are set in universes with desolated worlds by either war, resource shortage, and exclusion of some parties. The characters are kind of similar in the way they are all lost and looking for hope, something to keep them moving and at a certain point in the plot everyone eventually losing something they care/love. I feel like Wolf's Rain gives you positive vibes and hope on some occasions, Texhnolyze is a fully despairing and depressing journey. I would love to go into detail here, but giving any further info will severely cripple your enjoyment from both anime. read more 

The world has become a wasteland, and the protagonist is on a quest to find meaning in it all. Expect bleak colors, moments of quiet, and tragedy. 

Post-apocalyptic anime with a similar atmosphere, with the main characters wandering throughout a dying world, showing their struggles and hardships along their journey. Both series have some great action in them whenever it's needed, although it isn't the main focus of the show. Wolf's Rain focuses on a group of characters and their struggle to survive in a harsh world. Casshern Sins mainly focuses on the main character, as they try to learn about their past and learn more about the world. In both series, there are some really sombre moments which fits the post-apocalyptic setting, but there are some beautiful moments which really shines with the wonderful soundtrack of both series. read more 

Both anime have main characters journeying through desolate post-apocalyptic environments. Both anime are slower paced, moody, and depressing. Different musical styles but very beautiful soundtrack on both sides. 

both have animals looking/ saving there paridise 

The only two animes I know with the main characters as wolves (or dogs, in Ginga Densetsu Weed's case..) 

Both anime are about animals. In Ginga Densetsu Weed, there are dogs who fight against bears and in Wolf's Rain there are wolves who are finding salvation for themselves. These wolves also can transform themselves to human form. 

The general atmosphere in these animes are very similar. There are minimal cute/funny elements, the general color of the series is black. However, the complex plot with sudden twists and climax makes these series beautiful works of art. (If my memory did not fail me, Wolf's Rain's plot was not as complex as that of Witch Hunter Robin and Ergo Proxy.) 

Both contain that dark atmosphere, they both aired right next to each other on [adult swim] back in 2004, they both have great soundtracks, both have supernatural elements. 

wolf to human shapeshifting and downbeat somber storytelling with a lot supernatural elements in the story as well too. 

Fushi, the main character of Fumetsu no Anata e primarily shifts between wolf and human. In Wolf's Rain, the main characters are wolves that take human form to blend in with society. In both of these anime the main characters can be seen fighting in their wolf forms. Both anime also include stories where the main character(s) do go through different places for a broader cause or interest.  

Same "end of the world" themes that are inspired by apocalyptic cultures. Both visually and in narrative are very similar because of this 

Similar surreal architecture incorporating art nouveau and futuristic minimalist styles 

I'm so glad other people agree that these two are similar! Both are dark shoujo series (I consider Wolf's Rain to be more on the shoujo side than the shounen side, and X is absolutely shoujo) with a large, primarily male cast. Sacrifice, betrayal, trust, friendship, end of the world, protecting the one(s) you love at all costs, etc. are all present in both series. All in all the two series just have a very similar feel to them. If you like one you will most likely enjoy the other. Did I mention X has a wolf? =) 

Even though the plots are completely different. i think some of the characters r very simular. also they both deal with the end of the world sanario's. and the main character has something to protect but has a very hard time doing so. both are great manga's though. you should watched them both. :) 

The world in the both anime are mostly destroy from the previous war, and the remain human can only live in few place where not everything is destroyed.....and the MC from both show are escaping from the world where they don't belong and looking for a new way of life........both show have little romance in it but is still memorable 

Both animes revolve around dark societies of secrets and lies to prevent a certain truth. The protagonists are on a quest for finding the truth behind what society and the world have hidden. Also to note, the settings are very much alike. A few episodes in, No. 6's future ghetto tends to match area's of Wolf's Rain. The time of each anime is set in the future where technology is highly advanced for those who can pay for it, yet not available in the slightest for those who cannot. While No.6 focuses more on a loss of innocence within a dystopian society, Wolf's Rain also includes this theme more subtly with a few of its characters. The moods of each anime are rather dark and serious with more washed out colors at times. They each have elements on character interaction and both include some well-written characters. read more 

Thor reminds me a lot of Kiba, in that they are both strong male characters trying to fulfill their destiny in a futuristic world. Both also have a decent amount of romance mixed in, though it is more prominent in Jyu Oh Sei. And, if nothing else, I think the art style is pretty similar as well. 

Both having characters that are somwhat similar to one another and a focus on action as well as finding out the truth of the circumstances that has happened during the story. 

Both series are focussed on telling a well thought out story and are pretty dramatic. The series are both set in a future post-apocalyptic world and let you think about what is happening. And also, they both contain superb soundtracks! 

Both made by Bones on their early days, both of them involves a youth's symbolic journey. 

now, look... this will sound weird... but, without Evangelion and Lain, Wolf's rain wouldn't have been made. They both look, sound and have very diferent themes, and aside from having some biblical references, they have pretty little in comun, but if you are looking for something as experimental and with somewhat heavy themes as Neon Genesis Evangelion, you should watch this in my opinion... 

• Both the anime have similar setting where the war between two species have created a living hell in the earth and our MCs try to find paradise where human and Vampire/Half-Wolfs can co-exist together.  

Both are a bit "old-fashioned" even though Wolf's Rain is a lot newer compared to Ginga Nagareboshi Gin. And both are way too dark and violent for kids but somehow kids enjoy both. Also both has canine leads, but in Wolf's Rain they are wolves and humans instead of dogs, but it gives the same feeling. Both have amazing soundtracks that makes you emotional whenever you hear them. 

They has a similar storyline: Terra e... is trying to find the way to earth, while Wolf's rain is trying to find heaven, escape from the current word. Both are meaningful and can make you move to tears.