Due to intense competition brought on by the debut of new anime series, the anime industry has become extremely competitive in recent years. This competition is to get the most viewers and earn high ratings that would help in the overall success of the series. And in order to do that, the series needs to be proficient in almost every aspect, from animation to storyline.

Sailor Moon | Credit: Toei Animation

However, getting proficient in these aspects requires a lot of money and skill, which becomes an important factor. This is why many new anime series and movies have gigantic budgets. But money does not always translate into success. This is why there have been quite a few series that, despite being low-budget, have managed to earn fame and appreciation.

These low-budget anime series have turned out to be a huge success because of multiple aspects like an intriguing storyline, enticing characters,...