For years, romance anime has ruled the hearts of anime viewers. And Boys Love anime, also known as BL anime, is a special sub-genre of romance that explores romantic relationships between male characters as the central plot. While the BL anime genre has been popular in Japan for many years, it has recently gained popularity worldwide. And that's thanks to its portrayal of the LGBTQ+ community, offering compelling stories, memorable characters and heartwarming relationships that fans love. If that's what you're looking for, you've come to the right place as we list the 30 best boys love (BL) anime shows and movies you should check out.

We have compiled the most popular BL anime shows and movies adapted from manga, manhwa, Donghua and light novel series, which are acclaimed by fans. That said, let's dive right into the list:

If you are looking for a distinctive BL anime that is different from the norm, Banana Fish is the right choice for you. Banana Fish is an anime adaptation of Akimi Yoshida's manga of the same name. The plot of this anime revolves around a feud between mob boss Dino and a young character named Ash Lynx. The story further delves into the romantic relationship between Ash and another character named Eiji Okumura between the wars.

This anime is created by MAPPA Studios, who have also produced works like Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, Vinland Saga, and more, so you know it's going to be visually stunning. The story takes place in the 1980s, and as the plot indicates, it features mafia groups and drug smugglers, so there is plenty of action beyond the core of the boys' love anime. Thus, Banana Fish is a BL anime show that takes you on an emotional rollercoaster ride.