“Edward Elric is trapped in post-WWI Munich; Alphonse searches for him using alchemy.”
Fullmetal Alchemist: The Movie - Conqueror of Shamballa
劇場版 鋼の錬金術師 シャンバラを征く者
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Synopsis
Edward Elric is trapped in post-WWI Munich; Alphonse searches for him using alchemy.
In desperation, Edward Elric sacrificed his body and soul to rescue his brother Alphonse, and is now displaced in the heart of Munich, Germany. He struggles to adapt to a world completely foreign to him in the wake of the economic crisis that followed the end of World War I. Isolated and unable to return home with his alchemy skills, Edward continues to research other methods of escaping the prison alongside colleagues who bear striking resemblances to many of the people he left behind. As dissent brews among the German citizenry, its neighbors also feel the unrest of the humiliated nation. Meanwhile, Alphonse continues to investigate Edward's disappearance, delving into the science of alchemy in the hopes of finally reuniting with his older brother.
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Derived from 55 sampled reviews
What 55 viewers settled on.
Polarized
σ 2.25 · split reception
5.3 pts
Recommenders 8.3 · others 3.0
↓ 2.13
Running avg · Feb 2007 → Jan 2026
- 10 “This anime movie is a 5 out of 5 stars in my book, simply because it wrapped up the full metal alchemist tv series so nicely. Absolutely beautiful art and totally re-watchable. The BSing of how...”
- 9 “A must-see for FMA fans, the film picks up exactly where the series ends and delivers the closure I craved while staying completely true to the show’s spirit. I found no faults—just a perfect,...”
- 10 “Conqueror of Shamballa delivers a very good, well-executed finale that becomes even more enjoyable thanks to the surprising Nazi twist. The initial TV series ending felt disappointing and tacking...”
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- Format 1 × 104′ eps × min
- Total runtime 1h 44m all episodes
- Aired Jul 2005 – ongoing
- Source Movie media type
- Rated R 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Ref. BS-0404 catalog
Produced by
- Aniplex Producer
- Square Enix Producer
- Shochiku Producer
- Mainichi Broadcasting System Producer
Licensed by
- Funimation Licensor