INDEPENDENT BY DESIGN
Stories first.
Everything else, second.
First Frame is a small, independent guide to finding your way into anime.
A catalogue, not a ranking
Our catalogue brings together 200 films and series. Entries are reference records, not popularity rankings or promises of availability. Each season is its own title where the source distinguishes it.
Ten carefully chosen starting points
The starter collection is separate from the wider catalogue. Original editorial notes explain why to try each story, where to begin, and what might not suit you.
Your watchlist stays with you
Saved titles and viewing states live in this browser's local storage. There are no accounts or cross-device sync. If storage is unavailable, the list only lasts until this page is closed.
Sources and artwork
Catalogue metadata comes from Kitsu and official title references. Each title page links to its sources and identifies its synopsis source. Poster artwork is owned by the respective rights holders; a redistribution licence has not been established. This site does not claim ownership or publisher affiliation.
Where to watch
Only the researched starter picks include official provider or film links. These links are a place to check options, not confirmation of current US availability, audio, or subscription access. We do not host or stream episodes.