What is the best anime from 1990?

Chibi Maruko-chan (7.51) ranks #1 among anime from 1990 on the Anime Codex rubric, which scores each show on story, characters, themes, world, animation and cultural impact.

How are these 1 anime from 1990 ranked?

Each show is scored 1–10 on six criteria, weighted by demographic, into a single Codex score. This page lists every qualifying anime from 1990 by that score and updates as the catalogue grows.

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Best anime of 1990, ranked

Every anime from 1990 in the Codex, scored on six things that actually matter and ranked by weighted score (1990–1990). 1 titles, led by Chibi Maruko-chan (7.51). Re-ranked automatically as scores change — no stale lists.

The short answer

The best anime from 1990 is Chibi Maruko-chan — 7.51 out of 10 on the Anime Codex six-criterion rubric — scored, not voted. All 1 ranked below.

7.51

Chibi Maruko-chan

1990Top: Cultural 9.5

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FAQ

What is the best anime from 1990?: Chibi Maruko-chan (7.51) ranks #1 among anime from 1990 on the Anime Codex rubric, which scores each show on story, characters, themes, world, animation and cultural impact.
How are these 1 anime from 1990 ranked?: Each show is scored 1–10 on six criteria, weighted by demographic, into a single Codex score. This page lists every qualifying anime from 1990 by that score and updates as the catalogue grows.