448 Animated Films to Watch Now
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Baku Yumemakura's Twilight TheatreMovie · 1991 · 56mThis story was originally presented as a segment within the Studio Pierrot video magazine show *Anime V Comic Rentaman*, alongside other programs including *Abashiri Ikka*, *Eguchi Hisashi no Kotobuki Gorou Show*, and *Akai Hayate*.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.0 - 2
Ao Oni The AnimationMovie · 2017 · 60mFive students in a cultural anthropology club at an old school discover a collection of folk tales compiled by a former member. They suspect these tales are the inspiration for the popular video game *Ao Oni* and decide to use them for their school festival presentation. After contacting the game's author, he dies suddenly. Suspicious, the students investigate his death and uncover a hidden underground prison within the school. Suddenly trapped as all fire doors lock, they are stalked by unseen footsteps. The sounds soon escalate into screams, and a new chapter of *Ao Oni* begins.IMDb 3.9TMDB 4.8 - 3
Black Butler: Book of the AtlanticMovie · 2017 · 100m · Animation, Action, ComedyCiel discovers the existence of the "Aurora Society," a group rumored to be researching resurrection. Their next meeting will take place on the Campania, a ship crossing the Atlantic. To his disappointment, Elizabeth Midford is also on board, forcing Ciel to join the voyage.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 4
BEM: BECOME HUMANMovie · 2020 · 90mTwo years after Bem, Bela, and Belo vanished, Bem is living a seemingly perfect life with his wife and children. He's built the life he always wanted, but under a new identity, he has no recollection of his past as a humanoid monster. Is this idyllic existence truly happiness, or does something darker lie beneath the surface?IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.0 - 5
Adam by Eve: A Live in AnimationMovie · 2022 · 58mThis film blends anime, live-action, and music by innovative artist Eve to create a dreamlike audio-visual experience inspired by the story of Adam and Eve.IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.0 - 6
A Child's MetaphysicsMovie · 2007 · 5mHe's a child defined by numbers, who winds his face and carries it with him. Stripped of a normal identity, he has fish eyes and a zipper across his mouth that prevents him from speaking. A story exploring the ecology and philosophy of childhood, balancing sadness and humor.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 7BelugaMovie · 2011 · 5mThis film reimagines "The Little Match Girl" as a chilling horror story.TMDB 6.0
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Antique HeartMovie · 1988 · 29mAn abandoned building on the school grounds hides a secret, which Takahiro and his friends unexpectedly uncover. They make contact with a mysterious being named Saki and must find a way to save her world from destruction.IMDb 5.1TMDB 3.5 - 9
Ajin: Demi-Human – CompelMovie · 2015 · 104m · Animation, Action, ThrillerKei, a high school student, and at least forty-six others unexpectedly gain immortality. However, this doesn't grant him any special powers. Instead, he becomes a target. The public and governments view him as a unique individual who must be captured and subjected to lifelong scientific experimentation. He is considered a demi-human, destined to endure endless suffering for the advancement of humanity.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 10
Animal Treasure IslandMovie · 1971 · 78mThis Japanese adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's *Treasure Island* reimagines the story with animals in the main roles. Young Jim discovers a map to Treasure Island and sets sail with Glan the rat and Bub, a baby, aboard a vessel he built himself. Their journey is soon interrupted by pirates, leading to a thrilling adventure.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.2 - 11
Baby LoveMovie · 1997 · 30mSeara has loved Shuhei since childhood, despite his being three years her senior and much larger. He told her to return when she was older. Years later, resembling a high school student, Seara finds a way into Shuhei's home and now aims to win his affection, though challenges may arise. OAV adaptation of the Baby Love manga.IMDb 5.0TMDB 1.5 - 12
Adachi-ga HaraMovie · 1991 · 25mThis science-fiction fantasy draws inspiration from the Japanese Noh play Adachi-ga Hara. The film follows Yūkei, a space pilot, as he travels to a planet where a deadly "witch" is rumored to live. Lyrical passages about the demon Onibaba are featured throughout the movie, appearing at intervals.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.5 - 13
Are you here, Ser Brunetto?Movie · 2021 · 4mThis film draws inspiration from the fifteenth canto of Dante's *Divine Comedy*, where Dante encounters his mentor, Brunetto Latini. - 14
A Sea Doesn't Tell MuchMovie · 2008 · 5mA visually striking animated short film by Yoriko Mizushiri. - 15
Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova Cadenza-Movie · 2015 · 105mThe privateers of the Blue Steel are on a critical mission: delivering blueprints for a Vibration Warhead Torpedo – a weapon that could change the course of the war – to the United States. But they face a new danger from the Fleet of Fog, specifically "The Student Council," a force of warships controlled by the remaining Mental Models, the ships' humanoid avatars, who haven't yet encountered Gunzou Chihaya, the Blue Steel's unpredictable captain. As the Blue Steel gets closer to uncovering the origins of their enemy's authority, Iona's past reveals the war's beginning and her reason for fighting for humanity.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 16
Ar Tonelico: The Girl Who Sings at the End of the WorldMovie · 2006 · 25mOrica struggles with her inability to perform as a Lavateil – someone who channels magic through song. Her life changes when Laina’s airship crashes near her. Together, they seek an engineer to fix the ship and encounter Cruze. During their search, Laina unknowingly helps Orica discover that heartfelt desire to assist others is essential for powerful Hymns.TMDB 8.5 - 17
Bavi Stock II: The Revenge of Eyesma -Beyond The Throbbing Love-Movie · 1986 · 45mAgent Kate of the G.P.P. police force continues her fight against the Ventica Empire, aided by her partners Bavi and Mooma. Their mission takes a dangerous turn when they crash-land on an uncharted planet dominated by towering, hundred-meter-high trees and dinosaur-like creatures. As they struggle to escape this dense jungle, a powerful enemy dispatched by the Empire – the cyborg soldier Eyesman – arrives.TMDB 4.0 - 18
Anklet and the blue seaMovie · 2018 · 7mA girl living on a southern island loses her cherished anklet in the sea. A boy finds it and discovers he possesses magical powers. This is a heartwarming and nostalgic story about their developing friendship, centered around the lost anklet and set against the backdrop of a beautiful yet challenging ocean.TMDB 6.0 - 19
Astro Boy: The Last Day of EarthMovie · 2001 · 16mAtom finds and helps Bem, a robot soldier who escaped a dying junk planet in space. A strong friendship forms between them, deepening over time. Then, the junk planet unexpectedly heads towards Earth. The only way to prevent a collision is… What will Atom do? Can he save Earth and protect his friendship with Bem? - 20
BIG HITS! Program IDMovie · 2011 · 1mA music video by Yoriko Mizushiri for the "BIG HITS!" program block on Space Shower TV. - 21
(Making of) evangelion: Another ImpactMovie · 2015 · 5mThis film examines the development process behind "Evangelion: Another Impact."TMDB 6.0 - 22
Animal Crossing: The MovieMovie · 2006 · 87m · Animation, Drama, FamilyAi, a resourceful young woman, relocates to Animal Village and takes a job at Nook's Cranny. Slowly, she integrates into the community with help from the villagers and sets out on a mission to plant pine trees. She hopes this will bring about a miracle for the Winter Festival after discovering a message in a bottle.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.8 - 23
A ChallengeMovie · 1999 · 21mThis short film explores the issue of bullying in an educational manner. - 24
Aura Battler Dunbine MemorialMovie · 2000 · 165mThe recap of *Aura Battler Dunbine* was first released as part of the *Aura Battle Dunbine: The Tale of Neo Byston Well* OVA. It's presented in three parts: The Beginning, The Progress, and The Destruction. These parts include extra footage. - 25
A Manipulated ManMovie · 2006 · 5mWhat if a person has a limited number of words they can speak, and that limit is controlled by an outside force? This film explores that very premise. - 26
BalanceMovie · 2016 · 1mStudio Ghibli animated the renowned Chōjū-Jinbutsu-Giga Emaki ("Scrolls of Cartoons of Birds, Animals, and People," or "Chōjū Giga" for short) for a second Marubeni Power advertisement.TMDB 3.0 - 27
AZICON Opening AnimationMovie · 1983 · 10mA vibrant opening sequence introduces AZICON. - 28
A Day in the Life of ChamekoMovie · 1931 · 7mThis film, inspired by a popular 1929 song by child star Hideko Hirai, offers a fascinating look at 1930s Japanese life. It follows the everyday experiences of a lively young girl and includes period details like an early advertisement for Lion Toothpaste, educational segments, and newsreel footage featuring Kinue Hitomi, Japan's first female Olympic medalist.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.9 - 29
AsaMovie · 2013 · 1mHaruka Suzuki's short animation adapts Ikuko Shirakuma's poem "Asa."TMDB 6.4 - 30Aya Hito Shiki to Iu na no Ishi HataMovie · 2006 · 6m
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1/100 RICE PlantingMovie · 2016 · 10mThis stop-motion animation depicts the traditional practice of planting rice in the peaceful mountains of rural Japan. Follow Genki-kun as he plants 80,000 rice seedlings. - 32
A-GirlMovie · 1993 · 31mMariko and her sister May meet Ichiro, a self-assured model who is known for his womanizing. Their lives become complicated as they become involved with him, along with Mariko's boyfriend, who is often irritable.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5 - 33
Adventures of the Polar CubsMovie · 1979 · 78m"Adventures of the Polar Cubs" follows Mushka and Mishka, two polar bear cubs who explore the North Pole. Mushka is thoughtful, while Mishka is adventurous. During one of their explorations, Mishka befriends Aura, a playful seal, and Mushka accidentally breaks swan eggs, causing trouble in the bird village. Their father, Scholar Mu, a wise leader of the Northern animals, is responsible for the annual Summer Festival. When Mu is injured by humans, the cubs must step up and protect the other animals from hunters.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.0 - 34
Ajin: Demi-Human – CollideMovie · 2016 · 120mKei, a high school student, and at least forty-six other people unexpectedly gain immortality. However, this isn't a blessing. Instead of becoming a hero, Kei is seen as a valuable subject by the public and governments. He is hunted down and targeted for lifelong experimentation by scientists, considered a rare specimen who must be studied at any cost for the advancement of humanity.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.1 - 35
ATAMAMovie · 1994 · 1mWhile attempting to eat an omelet, a skinhead man is invaded by countless dwarves that emerge from it. The dwarves infiltrate his brain, ultimately causing his head to explode. A short animation by Keita Kurosaka for MTV Japan.IMDb 5.9 - 36
A Wind Named AmnesiaMovie · 1990 · 80m · Animation, Drama, Science FictionAfter a global event wipes everyone's memories, people struggle to rebuild society and relearn how to communicate. A young man embarks on a journey across America, driven by a desire to understand his lost past and the cause of the disaster. He has fragmented recollections of his former life and hopes to piece together his identity while helping others navigate this confusing new world. His travels through a landscape recovering from the catastrophe become a quest for meaning, exploring themes of memory, identity, and hope in a time of uncertainty.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 37
1000 Pine GrovesMovie · 1992 · 90mFollowing devastating floods in 1753, the community of Senbon Matsubara in Shizuoka works together to build flood defenses along the Kiso, Nagara, and Yuhi rivers. Meanwhile, the people of Satsuma (present-day Kumamoto Prefecture) face immense hardship as the central government forces them to do the same work, hinting at the growing resentment that would later erupt into rebellion.IMDb 3.2 - 38
After School Tinker BellMovie · 1992 · 46mA student vanishes from the school broadcasting club, and whispers connect the disappearance to someone who died the previous year. The missing student’s final message hinted at becoming Peter Pan. Kenichi and Misako, friends of the missing girl's boyfriend, become deeply involved in unraveling this perplexing mystery.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.0 - 39
Between ShowersMovie · 2009 · 3mThis year has seen a lot of sudden showers. When it starts to rain, people look up, hurry their pace, and open umbrellas. The animation's central image evokes scenes of a crowd and a feeling of nostalgia. - 40
Be Quiet Please!Movie · 1980 · 4m · AnimationTadanari Okamoto's short animation presents a visually stunning and emotionally resonant story. Without dialogue, the film tells its story through poetic imagery, intricate character movements, and beautiful animation.
Okamoto’s masterful technique creates an ethereal atmosphere as we witness seemingly unrelated moments gradually connect, exploring themes of life, love, loss, and finding meaning in a chaotic world.
The film examines human connection, self-discovery, and acceptance, prompting viewers to reflect on their own lives. Through captivating visual metaphors, it offers a profound exploration of the human experience.
Okamoto's unique style and innovative animation immerse the viewer in the characters’ emotional journey. This short film delivers a powerful message in just a few minutes, leaving a lasting impression. - 41
Alien HumanMovie · 2023"Is human the only species who can hurt each other psychologically?" Alien Human asks. Wen Pang's animated adaptation of Yuewei Wang's comic series presents four short stories as concise poems: Pearl, The Goldfish, Ocean, and Hole. This visually stunning experience will captivate even those unfamiliar with animation. The narrator invites you to "hold your breath long enough" and be transported to another world. - 42
Bird ShitMovie · 2013 · 1mHidden within the ordinary, moments of profound insight can unexpectedly appear. Sometimes, these glimpses of deeper meaning reveal themselves in the most commonplace situations, if only one is willing to truly observe.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0 - 43
A Donkey Got a Bit SulkyMovie · 1983 · 2mThis animated musical short follows a traveling donkey who gets irritated by small problems. His cheerful young owner happily makes amends for each one. - 44
A Girl At Dojo TempleMovie · 1946 · 20mIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0 - 45
Black Butler: Book of MurderMovie · 2014 · 116m · Mystery, Animation, AdventureOn the Queen's behalf, Ciel and his demon butler Sebastian throw a lavish dinner party for London's elite. The elegant evening turns chaotic when a prominent guest is found dead in his room. Trapped in the Phantomhive Manor by a storm, Ciel and Sebastian must team up with their guests – including Sir Arthur Conan Doyle – to identify the killer among them, before suspicion falls on the host and his staff.IMDb 7.9TMDB 8.0 - 46
A Wish to the Moon: Joe Hisaishi & 9 Cellos 2003 Etude & Encore TourMovie · 2005 · 111mJoe Hisaishi composed the film music, featuring a straightforward arrangement of cello and piano. A live recording of the concert was captured at Tokyo Opera City. The album "ENCORE ~ a Wish to the Moon" presents the strongest songs from Joe Hisaishi's March 2003 concert tour, recorded live at Tokyo Opera City on April 16th.TMDB 3.8 - 47
AinoneMovie · 2015 · 2mThis short film uses rotoscoped clips from "Swallotwail Butterfly," synchronized with music from the film's Yentown band. - 48
Azusa Will Help!Movie · 2004 · 44mThe Karugamo High School baseball team is struggling. Following a crushing defeat, many players have left, leaving them with only eight – one player short of a full team. Reluctantly, the protagonist Harumaki Shunpei purchases a baseball robot due to a lack of funds, he ends up buying a maid robot named Azusa instead. Despite her kindness and strong will, Azusa faces a daunting challenge against superior baseball robots. The team's last hope rests on a hidden secret from Azusa’s forgotten past.TMDB 8.0 - 49
BelleMovie · 2021 · 121m · Animation, Science Fiction, DramaSuzu, a 17-year-old high school student, lives with her father in a rural town. Still grieving the loss of her mother from childhood, Suzu discovers the vast online world "U" and begins exploring it as her avatar, Belle. Quickly, Belle becomes the center of attention within U, but her world is upended when a mysterious, dragon-like figure suddenly appears before her.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.7 - 50
.hack//GIFTMovie · 2003 · 27mHelba has prepared a special hot springs for the .hack characters as a reward for them to rest and relax. Kite, Elk, Tsukasa, Mimiru, and many others from the series appear in The World for this treat. There's just one problem: Helba won't tell them where the springs are. A race ensues between the .hack//SIGN cast and the game characters to find it first. But as they search, someone is killing off the other characters. Who will reach the springs first, and who is responsible for the deaths?IMDb 5.6TMDB 4.3 - 51
A Certain Magical Index: The Miracle of EndymionMovie · 2013 · 90m · Animation, Action, ComedyWhile viewing Academy City's space elevator and the distant Endymion, Touma Kamijou and Index encounter Arisa Meigo, a Level 0 girl with an extraordinary singing voice. Their afternoon together is interrupted when Stiyl Magnus, a magic user, unexpectedly attacks them, focusing solely on Arisa. Touma questions why someone from the scientific community would be targeted by someone from the magical one. Amidst the chaos, Stiyl warns Touma, Index, and Arisa that she could ignite a war between magic and science.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.0 - 52
Anal JuiceMovie · 2013 · 3mFollowing a breakup, a woman experiences a dream.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.1 - 53AwaitingMovie · 2012 · 4mA man sits alone in a small boat, waiting. He persists in his wait, though the reason is unclear. He seeks a fleeting moment of pure joy, wanting to savor it for as long as possible.TMDB 5.0
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Banner of the Stars II MovieMovie · 2005 · 92mThis film compiles the Seikai no Senki II series with extra footage. The Abh star force achieved a major victory at Aptic Gate, ending the United Mankind fleet's counterattack. Now, Operation Hunter is underway: a mission to find and destroy all remaining enemy ships. Basroil, from the 4th fleet, is sent to the Lobnas system for an escort mission. Lafiel and Jinto are appointed as acting governor and vice-governor there, tasked with negotiating empire rule with the local government. However, they soon discover that Lobnas is a United Mankind prison planet, and a massive prisoner rebellion is about to erupt, overwhelming the security forces stationed there. - 55
Aikatsu! The MovieMovie · 2014 · 89mIchigo is an ordinary middle school student who unexpectedly finds herself in the world of idols. The story focuses on Aikatsu!'s biggest event yet: the Dai Star Miya Ichigo Matsuri "Super Live" concert. Ichigo prepares for the concert through press conferences, hurried rehearsals, and other preparations.IMDb 8.3TMDB 4.2 - 56
Bavi Stock I: Fated to Be A TargetMovie · 1985 · 45mGPP agent Kate Lee Jackson rescues Muna, a mute girl, from a prison on the Bentika Empire, a massive space station. She also frees Bavi Stock, a young boxer imprisoned after accidentally killing someone, and facing imminent death at the hands of the prison's harsh authorities.TMDB 4.0 - 57
Anpanman: The Blacknose with Magical SongMovie · 2010 · 51mAbandoned as a child, a young person is raised by a cruel individual who denies them any happiness. Now, a superhero fueled by red bean paste must show them the beauty and joy of life.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.3 - 58
"Please Describe Yourself in One Word": I'm Bad at the Question.Movie · 2022 · 5mThis anime presents Kyocera's vision of a comfortable and secure future in a "smart city," powered by advanced technology. It also explores the anxieties faced by those searching for work. The title and central theme capture the difficulty of summarizing Kyocera's diverse business into a single word, mirroring the frustration of job seekers grappling with interview questions like, "Describe yourself in one word."TMDB 6.0 - 59
Azure Striker GunvoltMovie · 2017 · 21mSet in the near future, the emergence of "Adepts" – individuals with powerful abilities called "Septimal Powers" – has thrown the world into turmoil. In Japan, the Sumeragi Group, a powerful corporation, maintains control and stability. A rebel organization called QUILL (Quorum for Unrestricted Information, Law, and Liberty) has vowed to fight against the Sumeragi Group.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 60
Anpanman: Star-Spirited DollieMovie · 2006 · 70mThe popular children's superhero faces a new challenge when he rescues Dollie, who then comes to life and persistently disrupts everyone with her endless pursuit of excitement.IMDb 5.0TMDB 8.2 - 61
Ark IXMovie · 2013 · 11mA massive wall separates humanity into two worlds, built to contain a deadly "Dark mist" epidemic. Artificial cities called "Arks" were constructed to house the survivors. Shido Enishi, a private detective in Ark Nine, is hired to track down a burglar. What begins as a straightforward case quickly unravels into a vast conspiracy.TMDB 4.0 - 62
Bakabon: Three Thousand Miles in Search of Osomatsu's CurryMovie · 1992 · 45mThis is a comedic reimagining of "Journey to the West," blending the worlds of Fujio Akatsuka's beloved creations, Tensai Bakabon and Osomatsu-kun. - 63
After School MidnightersMovie · 2012 · 95m*Houkago Midnighters* centers on a human anatomical model that awakens to life within a school after midnight.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.3 - 64
AkiraMovie · 1988 · 124m · Animation, Science Fiction, ActionIn a futuristic Neo-Tokyo, a top-secret government experiment goes wrong, transforming a biker gang member into a dangerous psychic. This unstable individual threatens the city's survival. Two ordinary teenagers and a group of people with psychic abilities must join forces to control this destructive force and save their home. The story explores loyalty, trust, and the dangers of science gone too far, set against a visually impressive dystopian backdrop with intense action.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.9 - 65
Anpanman: The Secret of Fairy Rin-RinMovie · 2008 · 51mAnpanman's power, which comes from flowers given to him by the fairy Rin-Rin, is threatened when the villainous Baikinman tricks her into giving them to him instead!IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.3 - 66
ArionMovie · 1986 · 119mArion was taken by Hades as a child and raised with the belief that his mother was blinded by Zeus. He's told that killing Zeus, the ruler of Mount Olympus, is the only way to restore her sight.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 67Anthropo-Cynical FarceMovie · 1970 · 8mThis film uses dog racing as a metaphor to explore the meaninglessness of life.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.2
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Birth - The cycles of life -Movie · 2020 · 28mBirth stories are as unique as the individuals who experience them. Even with modern medicine, childbirth can tragically result in loss. This film explores this universal experience by interviewing mothers about their personal journeys into motherhood. We've adapted these intimate stories into animation, aiming to share a glimpse into the beginning of life with audiences of all ages. It's a documentary animation about the wonder and mystery of life, seen through the eyes of mothers. - 69
AttractionMovie · 2010 · 10mAttraction is a groundbreaking interactive anime film from Tokyo's 4°C studio, created at the request of INPES (the French National Institute for Health and Prevention) to deter young people from starting to smoke. - 70
Aikatsu!: Dai Starmiya Ichigo Matsuri Zenyasai!!Movie · 2014 · 47mThis film adapts the animated Aikatsu! series.TMDB 1.0 - 71
ANNA (kidnapper)Movie · 2018 · 27mIn 196X, Anna, a mysterious and alluring professional kidnapper, is hired by a former girlfriend of The Professor to take him before his wedding. This woman, whose face Anna has never seen, wants to die with him. Anna agrees and, after taking The Professor from his wedding ceremony on her motorcycle, begins a journey to the city of Alpha Paris.IMDb 8.4 - 72
AkuemonMovie · 1993 · 25mA fortune teller reveals to Taisho that he must hunt 1000 foxes to gain control of the nation. Unpopular Akuemon is tasked with this daunting mission. In response, the foxes send a female fox disguised as his wife. A relationship develops between Akuemon, who has never known love, and the fox, who gradually discovers genuine affection for him while grieving for her fallen companions. This is the sixth story in "The Lion Books" series and the first animated adaptation of his father Tezuka's work by Makoto Tezuka.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.0 - 73
BalloonMovie · 2013 · 1mThe film explores the multifaceted experience of pain.IMDb 5.8TMDB 7.0 - 74AnimaMovie · 2005 · 4mANIMA is a dance animation film that depicts the entirety of a human life.TMDB 2.0
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Attack No. 1 - Tear Rotation ReceiveMovie · 1970 · 60mThe four best volleyball players in Japan join the Fujimi Gakuen Valley Club, determined to win the national championship. But when one of them, Yuri, injures her wrist and can't play, she decides to compete in track and field, encouraged by her teammates. The team continues their winning streak, reaching the national tournament final against Fukuoka Junior High School, featuring Kakinouchi, a master of the rotating receive.IMDb 4.1TMDB 4.7 - 76
Before you wake upMovie · 2017 · 1mOne night, university student Souta meets a girl named Yuki, whom he claims saved him in the past. Yuki appears sheltered and unfamiliar with everyday things like shopping or using utensils. She also has an unusual fear of being touched. As Souta spends time with her, Yuki's sheltered life begins to change. Meanwhile, men begin pursuing Yuki, believing she possesses a power that can determine the world's fate. They want her to sacrifice herself for it. What is the nature of Yuki’s power? And why is she so afraid of touch? Ultimately, Yuki reveals her hidden truth to Souta.IMDb 7.1TMDB 3.0 - 774 EyesMovie · 1975 · 9mKeiichi Tanaami's film *4 Eyes* uses the recurring image of the eye to create a visually intense experience. Drawing on his background in nightclub design, Tanaami presents two versions of the same film, subtly offset from each other. This technique gives the impression of a fading consciousness, as if a ghost is slowly losing itself. (IFFR)TMDB 2.0
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Attack No. 1 - World Championship of TearsMovie · 1970 · 55mFor the first time, the Japanese team is competing in the World Junior Championships. Kozue, Midori, Kakinouchi, and their fellow all-Japan players, led by Coach Inokuma, prepared diligently for the demanding competition. They travel to New York, where they face the world's top players. The Soviet Union's formidable Voltinskaya team poses the biggest challenge; overcoming their defense is key to victory. The Japanese team collaborates with players from America and Korea, practicing hard to develop a winning strategy. The final match against the Soviet Union is imminent. Will Japan succeed in breaking through their defense and claim glory? The decisive battle is about to begin.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.0 - 79
Attack No. 1 - Tearful Immortal BirdMovie · 1971 · 60mKozue, a first-year student at Fujimi Gakuen High, and Tsutomu, who took over his family's fruit and vegetable shop, were close friends who supported each other. Kozue's resolve to defeat the formidable Yagisawa sisters from Teradoin High – winners of the Inter-High for three years running – is ignited by their relentless attacks. Kozue trains relentlessly, aiming for a final match against Temple High. But his determination is tested when Tsutomu is seriously injured in a traffic accident. Heartbroken, Kozue pushes himself to master a new technique: the double attack.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.0 - 80
Binchō-tanMovie · 2006 · 144mOrphan Bincho-tan lives a solitary life in the forest, always with a piece of coal attached to her head. She occasionally travels to a nearby town seeking work, and the townspeople offer her food as thanks for her labor. Despite a difficult existence, Bincho-tan's cheerful and kind nature wins her the affection of others, leading to new friendships. As heartwarming moments accumulate, Bincho-tan finally finds joy and smiles like a child again.IMDb 7.6 - 81
Anemone: Eureka Seven Hi-EvolutionMovie · 2018 · 95mWhen Anemone's father dies because of a dangerous coral, she decides to get revenge. However, the only way to defeat the coral is to go inside it.IMDb 7.3TMDB 5.7 - 82
A Log Day of TimbreMovie · 2011 · 3mThis is a supplementary installment to Mizue Mirai's *Timbre A-Z*.TMDB 5.0 - 83
Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard KingMovie · 2023 · 113m · Animation, Fantasy, ActionA determined young man, lacking magical abilities, dreams of becoming the Wizard King. But his ambition is threatened when four former Wizard Kings, exiled long ago, return to destroy the Clover Kingdom.IMDb 7.4TMDB 8.1 - 84
Anata ga furikaeru tokiMovie · 1993 · 30m - 85
Battlefield BaseballMovie · 2009 · 41mThis is a coming-of-age story centered around baseball, filled with youthful energy, moments of injury, and plenty of humor. - 86A Wind EggMovie · 2012 · 11mThis film centers on a family that operates a chicken farm. The son is fascinated by the birds, while his younger sister watches over him. The father is passionate about eggs, and the mother harbors affections for someone outside the family. Within this family dynamic, each member maintains their position with hidden agendas and secrets.
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A Smart ExperimentMovie · 2006 · 3mA bonus short included on the "Atsushi Wada Works 2002-2010" DVD.IMDb 4.8 - 88
Attack on Titan: Crimson Bow and ArrowMovie · 2014 · 118mA century ago, humanity secured safety behind enormous walls that held back man-eating Titans. But this haven is shattered when a massive Titan breaches the walls, unleashing a wave of giants into the previously protected zone.IMDb 7.7TMDB 8.1 - 89
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 - 90
A Ghibli Artisan - Kazuo Oga Exhibition - The One Who Drew Totoro's ForestMovie · 2007 · 72mFrom July 21st to September 10th, 2007, the Museum for Contemporary Art Tokyo hosted an exhibition celebrating Kazuo Oga, the art director and background artist behind many well-known films from Japan's Studio Ghibli. The exhibition featured over 600 of Oga’s works, drawing many fans to celebrate his vibrant and detailed background artwork, characteristic of many films by Hayao Miyazaki and other Ghibli filmmakers. International fans can experience the exhibition through "A Ghibli Artisan - Kazuo Oga Exhibition - The One Who Drew Totoro's Forest," which includes interviews and testimonials with Oga’s colleagues, all subtitled in English.IMDb 8.0TMDB 6.0 - 91
Beyond the Train TracksMovie · 2006 · 11mA boy discovers a hint of his missing father on a set of train tracks, at a station where time seems to stand still. He teams up with a strange projectionist and the station master to uncover the story behind the father's fleeting presence. - 92
Back to the ForestMovie · 1980 · 70m · Animation, TV MovieIn Placid Forest, Peter the fairy is a respected leader among the animals, living a peaceful life with his friends. Their sanctuary is threatened when humans begin cutting down the forest's trees.
Peter and the animals try to peacefully protest and reason with the humans to save their home. But as the destruction nears, they realize some humans won't listen.
To protect their forest and future, Peter and his animal friends plan a final, desperate effort against overwhelming odds. This story blends fantasy, adventure, and courage as it shows the strength of life fighting to survive.IMDb 6.8TMDB 3.0 - 93At The Mercy of The SeaMovie · 2023 · 5mA girl runs away from home one night, heading towards the coast. There, she discovers something unexpected.
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Barefoot Gin ReiMovie · 1994 · 20mA spin-off of Giant Robo: The Day the Earth Stood Still. Ginrei discovers her China dress is missing and must find it quickly.TMDB 7.0 - 95
Anpanman: Nanda and Runda from Star of ToysMovie · 2016 · 62mA skilled pastry chef is called upon to assist a spoiled princess and her helpful robot in finding her lost magic wand. The wand has the power to transform anything it touches into toys.IMDb 5.2TMDB 7.0 - 96A WhistleMovie · 2002 · 6mInspired by a poem by Sakutaro Hagiwara, the story explores the contrasting difficulties faced by a child and an adult.IMDb 4.4TMDB 3.0
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A Woman in a Fashion BuildingMovie · 2015 · 1mA woman arrives at a fashion building, driven by longing and illusions, confronting a stark reality. - 98
Anpanman: Shine! Kulun and the Stars of LifeMovie · 2018 · 62mIn the cheerful world of Anpanman, everyone is excitedly preparing for the annual Star Festival. An egg appears from Baikinman's trash, and a boy named Kurun hatches from it. Unsure of his origins, Kurun enjoys playing with everyone. However, black stars suddenly begin falling from the sky. Suspecting something is wrong at the Star of Life, Anpanman goes to investigate.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.0 - 99
Black Jack: The Two Doctors in BlackMovie · 2005 · 97mThe powerful Daedalus Group faces threats from the activist group, the Ghost of Icarus. While assisting bombing victims, Black Jack meets Dr. Kiriko, also known as Death Incarnate, who, like him, charges patients large sums for a painless death rather than a cure. The Ghost of Icarus asks both doctors to work together. Black Jack becomes entangled in a dangerous situation involving life, death, and betrayal as he struggles to save his patients while preventing a biological war that could devastate the world.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.9 - 100
30,000 Miles Under the SeaMovie · 1970 · 60mThe ruler of the underground world plots to conquer the entire planet. Riding the fire dragon Isamu and aided by Angel, the princess of the undersea kingdom, they attempt to prevent him from destroying their world.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.1