 If you liked
Gintama
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 ...then you might like
Bakemonogatari
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Although Gintama may seem totally different from Bakemonogatari, I think they both have an intelligent aspect to them. If you like the drawn out dialogue of Bakemonogatari, I think you'll like Gintama. Bakemonogatari progresses its plot very slowly and Gintama progresses its plot(if there is a plot) very slowly also. They both focus on the characters rather than the environment and the story surrounding the characters. Bakemonogatari has other things similar to Gintama such as 2-4 episode arcs, humorous and occasionally emotional dialogue, and unique characters. If these things appeal to you in Bakemonogatari, I think Gintama is for you.
Not that similar in any way. But if you're into 4th wall breaking in Anime,you should definitely check these out. I would have recommended the entire Monogatari series if I had the option, but, oh, well.
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These shows look extremely different on the surface and yes they are quite different but they share some core elements.
Both have their unique style of storytelling that's different from normal shows.
-Monogatari with it's unique presentation and more stress on the dialogue
-Gintama with its system of comedy and serious arcs
Both have MCs who are trying to live a normal life after a tragedy that happened with them. Both of them value the people close to them more than their own lives.
Both have nice casts where side characters are given attention too which makes them memorable.
Both have nice comedy and make references to animes and other japanese
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Regarding both of them, quite a few viewers expect fighting scenes and gore, even though elements like that are just bonuses or small points of the anime. And the conclusion I can draw is that these two media are not for everyone. And don't have high expectations just because both ratings are high.