Best Anime Films: From Princess Mononoke to Demon Slayer
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Princess MononokeMovie · 1997 · 134m · Adventure, Fantasy, AnimationPrince Ashitaka of the Emishi is cursed by a vengeful boar god and journeys west seeking a cure. His travels force him to confront the clash between those who want to protect the forest and those who seek to exploit it. He meets San, a fierce protector of the woods, and Lady Eboshi, a determined leader aiming for prosperity by using the forest's resources. Ashitaka must now navigate the conflict between these opposing forces, searching for a way to find balance between nature and humanity.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.3 - 2
Soccer AidMovie · 2001 · 125m · Animation, Family, FantasyA young girl named Chihiro finds herself in a bewildering world inhabited by spirits. After her parents are mysteriously transformed, she must find the strength within herself to rescue her family.IMDb 8.6TMDB 8.5 - 3
PromareMovie · 2019 · 111m · Animation, Action, Science FictionThe Galo and the Burning Rescue Fire Department confronts BURNISH, a group of mutants with the power to control fire, who have triggered a global fire disaster.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 4
Penguin HighwayMovie · 2018 · 118m · Animation, Adventure, ComedyA fourth-grader tries to figure out why penguins have suddenly appeared in his village. He discovers the reason is connected to a young woman who works at a dental clinic and possesses a strange power.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 5
Non Non Biyori: VacationMovie · 2018 · 71m · Comedy, Animation, AdventureLiving in the picturesque village of Asahigaoka doesn't stop Suguru and his classmates from embracing adventure. When he wins a free trip to Okinawa as summer ends, the entire school – five students, a teacher, and the local candy shop owner – eagerly anticipates their three-day getaway. Kayaking, swimming, and new friendships abound, but the true highlight is the opportunity for city girl Hotaru and her newfound friends to experience the wonders of Japan's premier vacation spot together.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.7 - 6
Violet Evergarden: The MovieMovie · 2020 · 140m · Animation, Fantasy, RomanceYears after the war, as the world changes with new technology, Violet holds onto a lingering hope: to see her lost commanding officer again.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.3 - 7
PonyoMovie · 2008 · 100m · Animation, Fantasy, FamilyYoung Sosuke, who lives by the sea, rescues a goldfish named Ponyo and finds his life changed forever. Ponyo is a lively and curious creature who dreams of becoming human. While she brings playful chaos to Sosuke's home, her father – a powerful sorcerer – plots to send her back to the ocean.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.8 - 8
Girls und Panzer der FilmMovie · 2015 · 120m · Animation, Action, ComedyWhen the Ministry of Education threatens to close Ooarai Girls Academy, the responsibility of protecting the massive Academy Ship falls to Miho and her inexperienced tank crew. Their mission quickly becomes complicated as they face a more skilled university team. Failure means losing their tanks. Can the students win, relying on tactics and teamwork? They may find unexpected support from friends and allies.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 9
Hotarubi no Mori eMovie · 2011 · 45m · Romance, Animation, FantasyOn a sweltering summer day, a young girl becomes lost in an enchanted forest, the domain of a mountain god and its resident spirits. A boy appears before her, but she's afraid to touch him, worried it will make him vanish. Thus begins a remarkable adventure.IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.3 - 10
Made in Abyss: Dawn of the Deep SoulMovie · 2020 · 105m · Animation, Adventure, FantasyRiko and Reg continue their perilous journey, now joined by their new companion, Nanachi. They venture into the dangerous fifth layer of the Abyss, the Sea of Corpses, where they meet Bondrewd, a legendary figure known as the White Whistle. Bondrewd's presence stirs up painful memories from Nanachi's past. He offers them kindness, but the adventurers soon realize that appearances can be deceiving in the mysterious Abyss.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 11
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen TrainMovie · 2020 · 117m · Animation, Action, FantasyTanjiro Kamado teams up with Inosuke Hashibira, a wild boy who wears a boar's head, and Zenitsu Agatsuma, a timid boy with hidden strength that emerges in his dreams. They join Fire Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku on the Infinity Train for a mission to stop a powerful demon who has been terrorizing people and killing demon slayers!IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.2 - 12
Sound! Euphonium the Movie – Welcome to the Kitauji High School Concert BandMovie · 2016 · 103mFollowing a traumatic experience at a middle school brass band competition, Kumiko Oumae resolves to abandon music. Starting high school, she finds herself drawn back into the world of brass bands. With the support of her fellow band members – a mix of old and new friends – Kumiko rediscovers her passion. However, the band is a chaotic mess. Their goal of qualifying for the national competition seems impossible; simply participating in the local festival will be a struggle, and only band advisor Noboru Taki might be able to turn things around.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.8 - 13
Love Live! Sunshine!! The School Idol Movie: Over the RainbowMovie · 2019 · 100m · Music, Animation, ComedyFollowing their victory in the Love Live! competition, the members of idol group Aqours are about to start at a new school. However, their graduation trip is disrupted when some former members disappear. Separated and facing unexpected challenges, the remaining girls discover the importance of their bonds as they work to resolve their problems.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 14
Love Live! The School Idol MovieMovie · 2015 · 99m · Animation, Music, Comedyμ's, the reigning champions of the school idol tournament, are planning to disband after their graduating seniors leave. However, they are unexpectedly offered a chance to hold a concert! The nine girls navigate this new and challenging experience together, continuing to learn and grow. What will be their final act as school idols? With time running out, what meaning will μ's members discover in giving their most unforgettable performance?IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.7 - 15
Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part III: RebellionMovie · 2013 · 117m · Mystery, Animation, FantasyAfter Madoka sacrificed herself to save all magical girls from a terrible fate – erasing the witches from existence – despair now takes the form of creatures called nightmares. Homura Akemi, a magical girl, continues her solitary fight, hoping for the day she can see Madoka smile again.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.7 - 16
Tamako Love StoryMovie · 2014 · 83m · Romance, Animation, ComedyTamako balances her family's rice-cake business with the school baton club, leaving little room for romance. She's unaware of her childhood friend Mochizo's feelings for her, a secret known to everyone else. As graduation approaches and Mochizo prepares to move to Tokyo, will Tamako finally understand her own feelings and express them before he leaves?IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 17
Flavors of YouthMovie · 2018 · 74m · Animation, Romance, DramaAmidst the vibrant yet demanding life in modern China, echoes of the past linger. Three stories, set in different cities, explore the transition from youth to adulthood. Despite constant change, the fleeting moments of childhood remain constant. Shared meals, family bonds, and first love endure as characters navigate time, discovering the power of connection and the comfort of cherished memories. In a rapidly evolving world, these gentle tales find solace in the past, seeking to recapture the warmth of youth.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9 - 18
Howl's Moving CastleMovie · 2004 · 119m · Fantasy, Animation, AdventureSophie, a young milliner, is cursed by a witch who enters her shop, transforming her into an elderly woman. She meets a wizard named Howl and becomes involved in his opposition to fighting for the king.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.4 - 19
My Neighbor TotoroMovie · 1988 · 86m · Fantasy, Animation, FamilyTwo sisters, Kiki and Chizu, leave their city home and move with their father to be near their mother, who is hospitalized. While adjusting to their new surroundings, they discover a magical secret: ancient Totoros live in the forest.
The youngest sister, Satsuyu, finds a giant, flying Totoro who becomes her friend. When Satsuyu runs away upset, Kiki, the older sister, must seek help from the Totoros to find her.
The sisters go on a fantastical journey together, strengthening their bond and connection to nature. The film shows how magic can be found everywhere and how love helps during difficult times.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.1 - 20
Summer WarsMovie · 2009 · 114m · Animation, Science FictionKenji Koiso, a teenage math prodigy, takes a summer job in his crush Natsuki's hometown. He discovers her family is gathered for their matriarch's 90th birthday and is asked to pretend to be Natsuki's fiancé. Simultaneously, Kenji's efforts to solve a complex mathematical problem inadvertently trigger a collision between our world and a parallel one.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 21
A Silent Voice: The MovieMovie · 2016 · 129m · Animation, Drama, RomanceShouya Ishida begins to bully Shouko Nishimiya, a new classmate who is deaf. As his teasing escalates, the other students in the class begin to disapprove of Shouya's cruelty. After elementary school, Shouko and Shouya lose all contact. Years later, a grown-up Shouya, haunted by his past actions, resolves to find Shouko and make amends. But can he ever truly atone for what he did?IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.4 - 22
Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel I. Presage FlowerMovie · 2017 · 120m · Action, Animation, DramaA decade after a catastrophic war between Masters and Servants, a new conflict begins. Shirou Emiya, whose father participated in the first war, is living peacefully with Sakura Matou. But when unseen forces emerge, Shirou decides to honor his father's final wish: protect Sakura and fight for the Holy Grail.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4 - 23
Your Name.Movie · 2016 · 106m · Animation, Romance, DramaMitsuha and Taki are two teenagers with completely different lives. Then, one night, they inexplicably swap bodies. Mitsuha wakes up in Taki's body, and Taki finds himself in Mitsuha's. This strange body-swapping continues to occur unpredictably, forcing them to navigate each other’s lives.IMDb 8.4TMDB 8.5 - 24
Weathering with YouMovie · 2019 · 112m · Animation, Drama, FantasyDuring his first summer of high school, Hodaka leaves his isolated island home for Tokyo and struggles to survive financially and emotionally. The city is perpetually overcast and rainy, mirroring his own bleak outlook. After a period of isolation, he lands a job as a freelance writer for an enigmatic occult magazine. He then encounters Hina on a busy street. This spirited girl has a remarkable gift: she can halt the rain and bring sunshine.IMDb 7.5TMDB 8.0 - 25
Sound! Euphonium the Movie – Our Promise: A Brand New DayMovie · 2019 · 100m · Animation, DramaKumiko, a second-year euphonium player and senior band member, faces challenges as new students join the concert band. She and third-year trumpeter Tomoe Kabe are tasked with mentoring these underclassmen. Kumiko's section welcomes a diverse group: Kanade Hisaishi, whose true nature is hidden; Mirei Suzuki, struggling to adjust; Satsuki Suzuki, eager to connect with Mirei; and Motomu Tsukinaga, who is reserved. Amidst the preparations for the Sunrise Festival, chair auditions, and the competition, various difficulties quickly emerge.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 26
Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Memory SnowMovie · 2018 · 60m · Animation, Adventure, FantasySubaru briefly finds a moment of peace before a planned date with Emilia. He seeks a perfect spot in the village, and with the help of the local children, discovers an ideal location. However, a sudden and severe cold snap descends upon Roswaal's mansion on his date day, forcing him to postpone. The cold intensifies overnight, threatening to become a serious problem. Subaru must uncover the cause of this extreme weather before it overwhelms him.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 27
KONOSUBA – God's blessing on this wonderful world! Legend of CrimsonMovie · 2019 · 90m · Animation, Adventure, ComedyThe Demon Lord’s forces are wary of the Crimson Demons, the clan of Megumin and Yunyun. Their village is easily defended against attacks, thanks to their exceptional skill with powerful magic. When Yunyun receives a letter warning of impending disaster, she alerts Kazuma Satou and his companions. The warning turns out to be a prank by a fellow demon hoping to become an author. However, Megumin worries about her family and joins the group as they travel to the Crimson Demons' village. While there, Kazuma and the others plan to explore Megumin’s hometown, but they soon discover the threat might be more serious than it initially seemed.IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.1 - 28
No Game, No Life: ZeroMovie · 2017 · 106m · Adventure, Animation, DramaSix thousand years before Sora and Shiro, a devastating war ravaged the land, shattering the heavens and threatening humanity's existence. Amidst the chaos, a young man named Riku guides humanity towards a hopeful future. While exploring the ruins of an Elf city, he encounters Schwi, an exiled android who seeks to understand the meaning of a human heart. She asks him to teach her what it means to feel.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.8 - 29
Liz and the Blue BirdMovie · 2018 · 91m · Animation, Drama, MusicDuring their final year of high school, two girls in the school's brass band perform a piece of music inspired by a fairy tale that reflects their own close friendship.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.5 - 30
Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel II. Lost ButterflyMovie · 2019 · 117m · Animation, Action, FantasyHaving lost his Servant, Saber, Shirou is no longer participating in the Holy Grail War. However, he remains committed to protecting Sakura. Simultaneously, a mysterious darkness spreads across the city, eliminating both Masters and Servants. As Shirou confronts escalating threats, Sakura finds herself increasingly entangled in her own magical fate.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.0 - 31
K-On! The MovieMovie · 2011 · 110m · Animation, Family, AdventureAs graduation approaches, the Light Music Club is on the verge of disbanding, with everyone except Azusa moving on. Determined to make the most of their time together, the remaining members embark on a final vacation to London. This trip becomes a journey of friendship and self-discovery, culminating in one last performance as the club.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.9 - 32
The Tale of The Princess KaguyaMovie · 2013 · 137m · Animation, Drama, FantasyA bamboo cutter and his wife discover a tiny girl inside a bamboo stalk. She grows quickly into a beautiful young woman, captivating everyone she meets. However, she eventually faces a predetermined destiny.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.1 - 33
Sound! Euphonium the Movie – May the Melody Reach You!Movie · 2017 · 105mAfter qualifying for the Kansai regional competition, the Kitauji High School concert band prepares for their next performance. During summer camp, led by their advisor Noboru Taki and his musician friends, the band works towards their goal of winning gold. Kumiko Oumae and her bandmates are determined, but things become complicated when a former member wants to rejoin, bringing up difficult past experiences. Kumiko also discovers a surprising aspect of her teacher's history and his drive for victory. Reaching the national competition will demand dedication, testing the students' commitment to the band.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 34
Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions! Take On MeMovie · 2018 · 94m · Animation, Comedy, FantasyYuuta and Rikka are third-year high school students. One spring day, Touka announces she'll move to Italy for work and wants Rikka to join them as a family. Touka is also concerned about Rikka's prospects for university in Japan. Club members suggest Yuuta elope with Rikka so they can stay together. This sparks a nationwide runaway story.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.7 - 35
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming GirlMovie · 2019 · 90m · Animation, Romance, DramaIn Fujisawa, Sakuta Azusagawa is a second-year high school student enjoying peaceful times with his girlfriend, Mai Sakurajima. Their happiness is disrupted by the arrival of Shoko Makinohara, Sakuta's first crush.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.2
