Sword of the Stranger
Anime Like Megalo Box if You’re Looking for Something Similar
While Megalo Box is the tale of two boxers from different sides of fate clashing for proof of their strength, Sword of the Stranger builds to a confrontation between the mysterious samurai Nanashi and the western swordsman Luo-Lang, each masters in their own right looking to achieve their own goals. Building from a chance encounter early on into a full-on fight to the death by the film’s climax – and one of the greatest anime fights of all time at that – it is the definition of a well-executed rivalry with a fitting conclusion to boot.
To say that’s all this film offers would be a disservice however; alongside this great character dynamic is an engrossing tale of redemption, stunning art and music, and some excellent direction overall. For a sure-fire way to make the most of a few hours, look no further than this spectacular movie.
