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The character development and soundtrack in '03 isn't anything to scoff at either though, as while the cast is shrunk and the pop music is jarring, the changes that the protagonists go through are impressive and the instrumental pieces are beautiful. But if you've got time, give them both a watch. Then to top it off the ending of Brotherhood is super satisfying and leaves a great taste in your mouth that makes you completely forget about FMA's terrible ending. I'm not trying to argue that FMA 2003 is a more accurate representation of the source material, I'm just saying it's a better story. Here's how Fullmetal Alchemist and Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood differ from each other. Which version should I watch?” This is what I hope to decipher for you. I’ve watched neither but I really want to watch one. For the Fullmetal series as whole, its greatest asset is the payoff of the plot, something that Brotherhood absolutely delivers on. Other people recommend to watch Conqueror of Shamballa but that movie is kinda strange and out of place compared to FMA in my opinion. 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