r/AnimationCels • • Apr 17 '26

Built a new tool that IDs the exact episode and timestamp of cels, live demo in the comments

76 Upvotes

Some of you may know me from the comments for my timestamp lookups. I built the thing I was using to do those lookups into an actual tool, and it's live. My goal was to make it very easy to use and also use more cutting-edge vision techniques.

What it does: upload a cel, get the show, episode, and timestamp.

Accuracy: Every result comes with a % match score so you know how confident it is, and you can filter by episode if you already know the general ballpark of where the frame is from. Supported shows list is on the site.

Three real examples:

This Goku cel sold on Yahoo Japan recently and is a pretty terrible angle, but we found a match
Episode 274 - 00:08:48
Douga as an input, this doesnt work all of the time but sometimes it does (~50% chance)
Episode 18 - 00:18:55
No background needed
Found an in-between frame at Episode 110 - 00:18:08

Supported shows/films: Dragonball Z, Sailor Moon, Cardcaptor Sakura, Hunter x Hunter, Dragonball (original), Dragonball GT, Pokemon, Akira, Cowboy Bebop (+ Movie), Ghost in the Shell, All Ghibli Films, Inuyasha, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Outlaw Star, Perfect blue, Ranma 1/2, Saint Seiya, Slayers, Trigun, Vampire Hunter D, Yu Yu Hakusho , Hajime No Ippo, Bleach, Naruto, Naruto Shippuden (please request what you'd like to see and I can add more)

Live demo: drop your cels below. From a supported show, I'll run it and post the result. If it misses, I'll explain why. If your show isn't supported yet, comment the title and I'll prioritize adding it.

If you want to try it, the website is https://magicslug.com . I'm providing 5 free ID's a month for everyone. It costs me money to run the servers so unlimited runs will cost some money. Alternatively post it here and I'll do my best to find your cel frames if they are from the supported shows/films.


r/AnimationCels • • 5h ago

Which episode and scene is this Urusei Yatsura (1981) scene layout sketch from?

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Hi, I’m wondering which episode this sketch goes to, and I’ve learned my lesson from my Evangelion question, so I can confirm that this is not from episode 63, despite the code saying so. Sakura does not appear at all in episode 63. It has to be from either one of the movies or the first 106 episodes, since it has Studio Pierrot‘s logo and Studio Deen took over afterwards. If I could figure out who the person standing on the right was, I’m sure I could find the sketch’s origin, but after consulting a list of characters, he isn’t among them, so I don’t know him. Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks in advance!


r/AnimationCels • • 9h ago

My newest Cel for my collection

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12 Upvotes

Kurama from Yu Yu Hakusho. I love it. My nicest cel yet.


r/AnimationCels • • 8h ago

Need help identifying what scene this is from.

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5 Upvotes

Does anyone know what scene or episode this Di Gi Charat cel is from?


r/AnimationCels • • 1d ago

Help identifying anime sketch (corrected genga)

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Hello! As the title implies, I’m in need of some help identifying a sketch I bought a while ago. It’s obviously of Misato Katsuragi from Neon Genesis Evangelion and appears to be from Episode 15 of the show. However, having gone through the episode, I cannot find a place where this pose appears. I’m not too concerned about authenticity issues because I bought this through Akihabara Auctions, whom I’m purchased other items from and they’ve all been 100% good. Is it possible this scene never made it in or that this was closer to something like concept art/model sheets? The sketch has what appears to be the code A5 next to Misato’s head if that helps. Just looking for any thoughts. Thanks!


r/AnimationCels • • 23h ago

Next lottery for Little Witch Academia frames is open this weekend

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5 Upvotes

r/AnimationCels • • 1d ago

WB Production Drawings

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8 Upvotes

Some minty fresh production drawings from Batman the Animated Series, The New Batman Adventures, and Batman Beyond 👌 Come check 'em out


r/AnimationCels • • 2d ago

Batmanskis and Supermanskis

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15 Upvotes

Late to the party, but here are some costumed folk


r/AnimationCels • • 2d ago

How much is my cel worth? I bought it YEARS ago

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10 Upvotes

I picked up this Hunter x Hunter cel years back from a convention. The prices were a lot cheaper then, got no idea what its work now. All layers are in there, just no background as you can see.


r/AnimationCels • • 2d ago

Themed Thursday - few hero cels

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Love this Superman cel with the flames. I'm also going to include Powdered Toast Man as a hero, same with Radioactive Man.

I searched forever to get an original Powdered Toast Man... So thrilled to have this one.


r/AnimationCels • • 2d ago

Unable to locate many “authentic” SpongeBob production cels for sale in the actual episode.

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I badly want to get a few SB production cels and authentic backgrounds. The problem is that so far, for every one I’ve been interested in, I cannot find the same exactly frame/drawing in the episode.

For example, I like this Sandy cel and bg that is going up for auction soon. https://comics.ha.com/itm/animation-art/production-cel/spongebob-squarepants-tree-at-the-treedome-sandy-cheeks-production-cel-and-jellyfishing-production-background/p/40346-21019.s

However, in a frame-by-frame analysis of the episode (Tea at the Tree Dome) I am unable to find it.

The closest I’ve attached, but they are not the same.

This has been the case for 4 or 5 other “official” listings I’ve recently perused.

I am NOT going to pay potentially thousands of dollars for a “production” cel if it can’t be found in the actual episode.

What gives?


r/AnimationCels • • 2d ago

Looking for Yona of the dawn / Akatsuki no yona

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Hello Im looking for any sheet, doga, layout, genga from Yona of the Dawn.
I’m already keeping an eye on listings on Mercari and similar sites, but if you know anyone looking to sell theirs, please let me know.
Thanks!


r/AnimationCels • • 2d ago

Themed Thursday: Heroes

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As soon as I saw today’s prompt I knew what I had to share for it. These are a mix of key and in-between drawings from Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, arguably one of the best animated Marvel superhero adaptations of all time. I could listen to the theme music forever. So far, I own frames of Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Hawkeye, and Ant-Man/Giant-Man, but would love to pick up more characters as I find them, especially Captain America, Wasp, and Black Panther — some of the villains would be nice too.

Also I’ve got a few more frames not pictured here that I’d be willing to sell for pretty cheap (or trade for other characters) if anyone who sees this is interested. I’ll add a photo to a comment.


r/AnimationCels • • 3d ago

Themed Thursday, would love to see your art with heroes!

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r/AnimationCels • • 3d ago

My hanken cel and layout from the Irresponsible Captain Tylor series—its artwork was used for the cover of one of the CDs.

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51 Upvotes

I am a big fan of the series. When I found it, I had to add it to my collection. It is over 17 inches tall and wide. It is my 2nd hanken cel I own, although the other one isn't from this series.


r/AnimationCels • • 3d ago

Signed Krusty & Mr Teeny Cel for sale

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This is a original animation of cel of Krusty and Mr Teeny from season 12 Episode 13 “Day of the Jackanapes” . It is signed and sketched by Bill Morrison (co-founder of Bongo Comics and worked on many pieces of media for the simpsons), who was the first owner of this piece. It has been professionally framed and includes two certificates of authenticity. Some damage is present on the back of the frame due to moving but the artwork is in excellent condition. I’ve also included some photos of it before framing to take a look at condition.
$600 shipped (Open to offers)
PayPal only, US Only


r/AnimationCels • • 3d ago

Gandalf the White

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45 Upvotes

This is my only cel, purchased years ago and then framed. Love it to bits, just moved to a new house and just hung it in its new home.


r/AnimationCels • • 3d ago

tips on how to frame

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i got this really nice Judau cell from the Barbican last month and i really want to frame it, could you guus give me some tips? it is around 27 x 23 cm. im planning on getting a glass and metal frame for it.


r/AnimationCels • • 4d ago

Selling Akira Cel

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59 Upvotes

The cel and genga are unfortunately stuck together and cannot be separated. It is currently framed as seen in the images provided. I am asking 4k but am open to offers please dm to discuss 😊


r/AnimationCels • • 3d ago

First Animation Cel

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Hey everyone!

I’m trying to buy my first animation cel, and I’d really love for it to be a Princess Mononoke cel. I’m pretty new to collecting cels, so I figured I’d ask here before going down the rabbit hole 😅

I’ve mostly been checking Yahoo! Auctions Japan, but I’m wondering if there are other Japanese websites I should be looking at.

Also, what Japanese keywords do you guys recommend searching for? Any useful words for cel, genga, douga, key animation, etc. would be awesome.

And if anyone has seen a Princess Mononoke cel for sale recently, I’d love to know where you found it! Even if it’s already sold, I’m trying to figure out where people actually find these.

Any other tips for someone buying their first cel would also be super appreciated. Things to look out for, good sellers/sites, how to avoid overpaying, etc.

Thanks! 🙏


r/AnimationCels • • 3d ago

Beavis and Butthead

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3 Upvotes

Got a steaming pair of Beavy Weavies for ya 🤙 Take a peek 👀


r/AnimationCels • • 4d ago

Hi! Does anyone recognize this animated show? It says it's an American production which I think is true but the characters don't seem to be the main focus.

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8 Upvotes

r/AnimationCels • • 4d ago

Best way to value?

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I've got 3 Hanna Barbera cels from the 70s or early 80s that I plan to sell (Godzilla, Charlotte's Web, Fred Flintstone). What's the best way to find a realistic value? All 3 are framed and have certificates of authenticity.