If you loved
My Hero Academia
Kohei Horikoshi · Book · 2015
You loved My Hero Academia for the way it balances the heavy burden of extraordinary responsibility with the awkward, relatable struggles of high school life.
Start with the source
Adaptation
My Hero Academia
Series · 2016
Adaptation
My Hero Academia: Two Heroes
Kenji Nagasaki · Film · 2018
Adaptation
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising
Film · 2019
Films on the same thread
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Bob Persichetti · Film · 2018
Shares a thread with My Hero Academia: Legacy.
Like the journey of Izuku Midoriya in My Hero Academia, this film explores the weight of legacy and the personal growth required to step into a hero's mantle.
Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ
Film · 2020
Shares a thread with My Hero Academia: Heroism.
If the academic environment of My Hero Academia resonated with you, this story captures that same spirit of student-led heroism during a high-stakes international school excursion.
Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie
Jeremy Zag · Film · 2023
Explores: Secret Identity, Love Square, Destiny.
This film mirrors the secret identity struggles found in My Hero Academia, focusing on the emotional tension that arises when heroes must navigate their personal lives while fighting evil.
Akira
Katsuhiro Otomo · Film · 1988
Explores: Psychic Powers, Government Conspiracy, Youth Rebellion.
Those drawn to the darker implications of power in My Hero Academia will appreciate how this film examines the catastrophic consequences of unregulated, volatile abilities within a society.
Series on the same thread
Mob Psycho 100
Series · 2016
Explores: Psychic Powers, Emotional Suppression, Self-Discovery.
Much like the protagonist of My Hero Academia, Mob struggles to balance his immense, dangerous power with the mundane, often difficult reality of being a developing teenager.
Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir
Thomas Astruc · Series · 2015
Explores: Secret Identity, Teenage Superheroes, Will They/Won't They Romance.
This series shares the core appeal of My Hero Academia by placing young students in a situation where they must balance intense superhero duties with their daily school lives.
Weak Hero
You Su-min · Series · 2022
Explores: Underdog, Friendship, Violence.
The underdog narrative of My Hero Academia is reflected here as an introverted student finds the inner strength to confront systemic violence, proving that anyone can stand up for justice.
Horimiya
Series · 2021
Explores: Hidden Identities, Unexpected Friendship, Social Outcasts.
If you enjoyed the social dynamics of My Hero Academia, you will appreciate how this show explores the hidden depths of students who maintain different personas inside and outside school.
Podcasts on the same thread
Acquired
Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal · Podcast · 2026
Explores: entrepreneurial growth, market disruption, strategic decision-making.
While different in genre, those who analyze the strategic growth and institutional structures behind hero training in My Hero Academia will find the business playbooks here equally compelling.
Jocko Podcast
Jocko DEFCOR Network · Podcast · 2026
Explores: discipline, stoicism, accountability.
Fans of the disciplined training regimens in My Hero Academia will appreciate this focus on the leadership and stoic accountability required to excel in high-pressure environments.
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Common questions
What order should I watch My Hero Academia in?
You should begin with the 2016 My Hero Academia television series. After you have started the show, you can watch the films My Hero Academia: Two Heroes, released in 2018, and My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising, released in 2019, to supplement your viewing experience.
Is My Hero Academia based on a book?
Yes, My Hero Academia is based on the book series written by Kohei Horikoshi that began in 2015. The story follows Izuku Midoriya, a student born without a Quirk, as he navigates a world where 80 percent of the population possesses superpowers and attends the Hero Academy.
How long has My Hero Academia been around?
The My Hero Academia franchise began in 2015 with the original book by Kohei Horikoshi. Following the success of the source material, the television series adaptation premiered in 2016, followed by the feature films My Hero Academia: Two Heroes in 2018 and My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising in 2019.
Should I watch the My Hero Academia movies?
If you enjoy the My Hero Academia television series, you may want to watch the films My Hero Academia: Two Heroes and My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising. These movies expand on the world established in the 2015 book and the 2016 television adaptation featuring Izuku Midoriya.