98 Essential Anime Films
98 titles
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SuzumeMovie · 2022 · 122m · Animation, Drama, AdventureSeventeen-year-old Suzume lost her mother at a young age. On her way to school, she encounters a mysterious young man. Her curiosity triggers a disaster threatening all of Japan, so Suzume sets out on a journey to fix it.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.9 - 2
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 - 3
The Cat ReturnsMovie · 2002 · 75m · Adventure, Fantasy, AnimationHaru saves a cat from an accident and discovers it's not just any cat – it's the Prince of the Cats.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 4
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 - 5
Utano Princesama Maji LOVE KingdomMovie · 2019 · 84mThree of the most beloved vocal groups from the UTANO★PRINCESAMA franchise—ST★RISH, QUARTET NIGHT, and HE★VENS—join forces for an unforgettable concert in the movie *Utano★Princesama Maji Love Kingdom*. Fans are in for a treat as these popular groups share the stage. It's a celebration of music where everyone triumphs.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2 - 6
Tsurune the Movie: The First ShotMovie · 2022 · 102mMinato Narumiya rediscovers his love for kyudo, the traditional Japanese archery. He joins his friends in the school kyudo club for this new sports anime movie.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.0 - 7
The Case of Hana & AliceMovie · 2015 · 99m · Animation, Comedy, MysteryA Japanese girl having trouble adjusting to her new school finds an unlikely ally in a withdrawn neighbor. Together, they investigate the disappearance of an older student whose vanishing was shrouded in mystery.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.3 - 8
Dou kyu sei – ClassmatesMovie · 2016 · 61m · Romance, AnimationRihito Sajo, a top student who aced the entrance exam, and Hikaru Kusakabe, a popular band member, wouldn't normally interact. But they begin talking during rehearsals for the school chorus festival. After practice, they start meeting regularly, with Hikaru helping Rihito improve his singing. As they listen to each other and harmonize, they develop feelings for one another.IMDb 7.7TMDB 8.3 - 9
Castle in the SkyMovie · 1986 · 125m · Adventure, Fantasy, AnimationTwo unlikely allies embark on an epic quest to find the legendary Floating Castle. A young boy and a resourceful girl, connected by a mystical crystal, must navigate dangerous waters filled with pirates and foreign agents.
Racing against time, they face unexpected challenges that test their courage. The powerful crystal guides them but also attracts those who want to control its energy. As they travel through wondrous and perilous landscapes, they learn to trust each other and use the crystal's powers.
The story is about friendship, resilience, and discovering themselves in a captivating world. With danger and mystery at every step, their search for the Floating Castle becomes an extraordinary and unforgettable adventure.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.0 - 10
The Dog of FlandersMovie · 1997 · 93mNello Tarth is a cheerful, impoverished orphan living with his grandfather Jehan and dog Patrasche in a small village near Antwerp. He spends his days drawing and delivering milk. When Nello enters an art contest, he confronts the prejudice and unkindness of the townspeople. However, with his loyal dog's support, Nello continues to pursue his artistic aspirations.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 11
PERSONA3 THE MOVIE #4 Winter of RebirthMovie · 2016 · 105mMakoto Yuki and his friends have strengthened their resolve through shared experiences and loss. Empowered by their Personas, they fight to end the Dark Hour, hoping for a peaceful future. But as winter arrives, memories of the past return, and a boy claiming to be a friend warns the S.E.E.S. members that "The Fall"—an event threatening humanity's destruction—is imminent. They must decide their next course of action before the new year.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.5 - 12
The Secret World of ArriettyMovie · 2010 · 94m · Fantasy, Animation, FamilyArrietty, a 14-year-old Borrower, lives a quiet life with her family, building a home from things they take from the human world. Their peaceful existence is disrupted when a boy discovers Arrietty.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.7 - 13
CloverMovie · 1999 · 7mSuu is a rare and powerful being, but has always felt isolated. Her life changes when a man named Kazuhiko appears and joins her on a journey to find happiness. It's a journey she can only take once.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.1 - 14
Macross Frontier: The Wings of FarewellMovie · 2011 · 115mContinuing the story from the last film, Ranka's career takes off, but Sheryl's health declines quickly following a collapse during a live show. Meanwhile, different groups are secretly trying to control the Vajra by exploiting the singing talents of both women. As the Macross Frontier fleet engages in its final battle against the Vajra, Alto must choose between Ranka and Sheryl.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 15
Josee, the Tiger and the FishMovie · 2020 · 98m · Animation, Drama, RomanceTsuneo hopes to work overseas when he takes a job assisting Josee, an artist whose vivid imagination transcends her physical limitations. As challenges arise, their relationship deepens, pushing them both to grow in unexpected ways and sparking a love story that feels like a fairytale.IMDb 7.7TMDB 8.3 - 16
Millennium ActressMovie · 2002 · 87m · Drama, Animation, RomanceDocumentary filmmaker Genya Tachibana seeks out the elusive actress Chiyoko Fujiwara, who disappeared from fame years ago. Giving her a key she believed lost, Genya unexpectedly unlocks not only the long-hidden truths of Chiyoko's past, but also reveals something about himself.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 17
High☆Speed!: Free! Starting DaysMovie · 2015 · 110m · Animation, Drama, ComedyThis film tells the story of how the bonds between a group of young swimmers began. It serves as a prequel to the 2013 Kyoto Animation series Free!, which is based on the High☆Speed! light novels.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 18
Free! the Final Stroke the First VolumeMovie · 2021 · 86mHaruka, Rin, and Ikuya, representing Japan, travel to Sydney for the Swimming World Cup. They're about to compete against the world's best swimmers, but can they endure the competition? This marks the culmination of Kyoto Animation's "Free!" series.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 19
Time of EVE: The MovieMovie · 2010 · 106m · Animation, Science Fiction, DramaIn the near future, androids are commonplace, but treating them like equals is discouraged, fueling widespread fear of robot rebellion. Those too trusting of their androids are scorned as "android-holics." Rikuo Sakisaka, who has always taken robots for granted, discovers his home android, Sammy, is acting independently. He finds a cryptic message in her activity log: "Are you enjoying the time of EVE?" With his friend Masakazu Masaki, Rikuo traces Sammy to an unusual café where the barista, Nagi, explains the cafe's principle of equality between humans and androids. As Rikuo attempts to understand Sammy's actions, he begins to question the basis of humanity’s fear of androids as mere tools.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 20
Blood-C: The Last DarkMovie · 2012 · 106m · Animation, Action, HorrorIt's winter in Tokyo. Even with strict rules like curfews and internet restrictions for young people, they find ways to fight for their freedom. A group called Surat targets Fumito Nanahara, a powerful figure who essentially controls Tokyo. While investigating him online, they uncover "Tower," a hidden organization involved in disturbing human experiments.IMDb 6.1TMDB 7.1 - 21
Macross: Do You Remember Love?Movie · 1984 · 114m · Animation, Science Fiction, WarIn 2009, humanity faces interstellar war against the Zentrans and Meltrans – powerful, advanced alien humanoids. As these aliens fight across the galaxy, Earth's only defense, the SDF-1 Macross, must make a dangerous journey back to Earth with survivors from a destroyed South Ataria Island.
Captain Global and the Macross crew face dangers in space and relentless enemies as they fold space for a long trip home. Their biggest challenge is understanding humanity’s future in the face of immense power beyond Earth. The return journey will be full of danger, sacrifice, and a chance for those who survived the war to find redemption.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.2 - 22
Beyond the Boundary: I'll Be Here – FutureMovie · 2015 · 90m · Animation, Action, FantasyThe war is over, and life can return to normal... or so they believe. After a miraculous rescue from Beyond the Boundary, Mirai has lost all her memories. Akihito, now a senior in high school, begins to distance himself, thinking it's for the best. Unaware of Akihito's feelings, Mirai tries to reconnect with him. Their fragile peace is disrupted by the arrival of someone who knows Mirai's past. Facing his own struggles, Akihito is forced to confront his feelings as Mirai embarks on a new battle, one that requires her to rediscover herself.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4 - 23
GivenMovie · 2020 · 60m · Animation, Drama, MusicFor years, Haruki harbored secret feelings for Akihiko, who was committed to his roommate, the violinist Ugetsu Murata. The complex dynamics of their relationships begin to shift and evolve.IMDb 7.7TMDB 8.3 - 24
The Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Flash Back 2012Movie · 1987 · 30m · Animation, Science Fiction, Music"Flash Back 2012" is an emotional tribute to Minmay, a central character from the original Macross series and movie, "Do You Remember Love." The concert special combines some of Minmay's most famous songs with scenes from the original story. This allows viewers to revisit key moments from the first Macross saga while experiencing a musical journey through time. The film ends with a new animated sequence depicting Misa's colony vessel, Megaroad-01, beginning its journey into space. This blend of nostalgia, music, and storytelling offers a heartfelt farewell to Minmay and her significance in the Macross universe.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.2 - 25
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 - 26
The Stranger by the ShoreMovie · 2020 · 59m · Animation, Romance, DramaShun is left alone after coming out to his family. He forms a close friendship with Mio just before he moves away. Years later, Mio returns and shares a confession with him. The story explores Shun's reaction to this unexpected revelation.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.9 - 27
Sasaki and Miyano: GraduationMovie · 2023 · 50m · Animation, RomanceWith Sasaki facing crucial college entrance exams, Miyano strives to cherish their remaining moments together while navigating his feelings.IMDb 7.9TMDB 5.8 - 28
MiraiMovie · 2018 · 98m · Animation, Family, FantasyFeeling overlooked since his new baby sister arrived, four-year-old Kun starts encountering people and animals connected to his family's past within their unusual home. These encounters help him learn how to embrace his role as a big brother.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 29
Nausicaä of the Valley of the WindMovie · 1984 · 117m · Adventure, Animation, FantasyAfter a devastating apocalypse, the peaceful kingdom of the Valley of the Wind is one of the last safe places left. It's surrounded by a poisonous forest protected by giant insects. Princess Nausicaä works to find a way for people and nature to live together, guiding her people on a hopeful path toward healing the environment. Her bravery and understanding lead her on a compelling journey about strength, compassion, and finding balance after destruction.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.9 - 30
Wolf ChildrenMovie · 2012 · 117m · Animation, Family, DramaFollowing the sudden death of her werewolf lover in an accident, a woman is left to raise their two children. Their inheritance of their father’s traits creates unforeseen difficulties for her.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.2 - 31
The Princess and the PilotMovie · 2011 · 99m · Adventure, Animation, DramaFor years, the Levamme Empire and the Amatsukami Imperium have been at war. The prince of the Levamme Empire proposes marriage to Juana del Moral, promising to end the conflict within a year. Learning of this, the Amatsukami attack Juana's home, threatening her life. To fulfill the prince's promise, the San Maltilia Airforce hires a mixed-race mercenary – a bestado – to secretly fly Juana to him.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.8 - 32
Macross Delta: Zettai Live!!!!!!Movie · 2021 · 110mWalküre and Delta Flight used music to help people affected by Vár Syndrome, a new disease that caused violent outbursts. Now, they must confront a different danger.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.3 - 33
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 - 34
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 - 35
The Quintessential Quintuplets MovieMovie · 2022 · 136m · Animation, Comedy, RomanceFive high school girls, who aren't fans of studying, hire Futaro as their tutor. He helps them with their schoolwork and connects with them on a personal level. As they spend more time together, the girls develop feelings for each other and for Futaro, and their bond strengthens. With graduation and the upcoming school festival looming, they begin to consider their futures. Will any of them find a future with Futaro?IMDb 7.5TMDB 8.3 - 36
Free!: Timeless Medley - The BondMovie · 2017 · 95mThis film revisits key moments from "Eternal Summer," incorporating elements of the first season. The story centers on the relationship between Haru and Iwatobi, and features previously unseen scenes. It also includes appearances by characters from "High Speed."IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 37
Over the SkyMovie · 2020 · 95m · Animation, Drama, FantasyMio is a high school student who often skips class. She spends her afternoons with her childhood friend Arata and best friend Madoka in Ikebukuro. One day, Madoka confesses her feelings for Arata, and Mio realizes she also loves him. Afraid of ruining their friendship, Mio lies and offers to help them. She then intentionally acts cold towards Arata, leading to a fight. Determined to fix things, she's involved in a car accident on her way to apologize. She awakens in a familiar yet altered version of Ikebukuro.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.8 - 38
Ghost in the ShellMovie · 1995 · 83m · Action, Animation, Science FictionIn 2029, technology has blurred the lines between the real and digital worlds, giving people new abilities but also new risks, especially brain hacking. A mysterious hacker known as The Puppetmaster has increased their activity, now targeting political matters. So, Section 9, a special team of law enforcement officers with cybernetic enhancements, is tasked with stopping this elusive enemy and discovering their identity. Their goal is to capture The Puppetmaster and protect society from the dangers of digital control.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.9 - 39
Free!: Timeless Medley - The PromiseMovie · 2017 · 98mThis second Timeless Medley film primarily revisits events from Eternal Summer and parts of the first season. The story centers on Rin and Samezuka, and features new scenes and characters from High Speed.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.0 - 40
Macross FB7: Listen to My Song!Movie · 2012 · 90mIn 2059, fifty years after the Space War, the Macross Frontier, a massive colonization fleet, travels the galaxy seeking a new home. They are constantly at war with the enigmatic Vajra. Ozma Lee, commander of the S.M.S. Skull Team, encounters an unusual lifeform while battling the Vajra. This being leaves behind a video recording of the Macross 7 colonization fleet for Ozma, Ranka, and Sheryl.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.7 - 41
Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the OrionMovie · 2019 · 82m · Animation, Action, AdventureIn Orario, a towering structure overlooks a dangerous dungeon. Only adventurers blessed by the gods can hope to survive its monsters. But a new danger emerges from the ruins of an ancient city far away. To face this threat, Goddess Artemis arrives in Orario seeking a champion – not the famed Sword Princess Ais Wallenstein, nor Ottar, the dungeon's strongest warrior. Instead, she chooses Bell Cranel, a novice adventurer partnered with a minor goddess.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.7 - 42
Macross 7: The Galaxy Is Calling Me!Movie · 1995 · 37mBasara travels the galaxy sharing his music, and lands on a frozen planet. The inhabitants are unfriendly and imprison him. He earns their release by singing, and a young boy named Pedro recognizes his voice. As soon as they leave, a strange wailing sound comes from the mountains. Basara and Pedro investigate in Basara's ship, the Valkyrie, unaware that an ambush awaits them.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.9 - 43
The Wind RisesMovie · 2013 · 126m · Drama, Animation, RomanceDriven by a lifelong passion for flying, Japanese aviation engineer Jiro Horikoshi built a distinguished career, most notably designing the A-6M fighter plane used during World War II.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 44
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 - 45
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 - 46
Mary and The Witch's FlowerMovie · 2017 · 103m · Adventure, Animation, FamilyMary Smith, living with her great-aunt in the countryside, follows a mysterious cat into the woods. There, she discovers an unusual flower and an antique broom, each harboring secrets beyond the ordinary.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.1 - 47
LIVE 2017 Walküre ga Tomaranai at Yokohama ArenaMovie · 2017 · 194mThis DVD/Blu-ray captures the second live performance of "Walküre ga Tomaranai" by Macross Δ Tactical Sound Unit Walküre, recorded at Yokohama Arena on January 29, 2017. - 48
Free! the Final Stroke the Second VolumeMovie · 2022 · 107mFollowing his debut in international swimming, Haruka is deeply affected by Albert's exceptional skill and becomes lost in his own purpose. He questions his motivation for swimming and the significance of the water in his life. This question becomes a central struggle, forcing Haruka to search for answers within himself.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.1 - 49
K: Seven Stories Movie 1 - R:B - BlazeMovie · 2018 · 61mIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.5 - 50
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 - 51
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 - 52
A Whisker AwayMovie · 2020 · 104m · Animation, Drama, RomanceA strange girl turns into a cat to get her crush’s attention. But she soon discovers the boundary between human and animal is becoming increasingly indistinct.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.9 - 53
Maquia: When the Promised Flower BloomsMovie · 2018 · 115m · Animation, Fantasy, DramaEscaping wartime devastation, the ageless Machia discovers an abandoned infant in the woods and chooses to raise the child as her own. This creates a poignant narrative exploring the relationship between a mortal and someone who is immortal.IMDb 7.4TMDB 8.2 - 54
PERSONA3 THE MOVIE #3 Falling DownMovie · 2015 · 87m · Adventure, Action, AnimationAs autumn arrives, Makoto and his organization S.E.E.S. are nearing the conclusion of their struggle against the enigmatic Shadows. They face deadly battles to end the Dark Hour. Through these conflicts, characters confront loss, realize what truly matters, and seek purpose in the fight. The arrival of the enigmatic transfer student Ryoji Mochizuki sets events in motion. With a new day, the heroes' bonds become the focal point of an impending conflict.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.2 - 55
When Marnie Was ThereMovie · 2014 · 103m · Animation, Drama, FamilyTo recover from an illness, a withdrawn teenage girl is sent to live with relatives in the countryside. She becomes increasingly fixated on a nearby abandoned mansion and develops an intense fascination with a girl who lives there – a girl whose existence remains uncertain.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.9 - 56
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 - 57
Macross Plus: The MovieMovie · 1995 · 115m · Action, Adventure, AnimationThirty years after a major war with the Zentradi aliens, Project Super Nova aims to advance human technology using the Eden colony as a testing ground. Isamu Alva Dyson and Guld Goa Bowman, childhood friends with a strained relationship, are assigned to pilot the newest aircraft, the YF-19 and YF-21. Their personal conflicts risk disrupting the project's progress and jeopardizing its success, as the story explores human ambition and rivalry in the early years after the war.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 58
Words Bubble Up Like Soda PopMovie · 2021 · 88m · Animation, Romance, DramaA quiet boy who writes haiku and an outgoing girl who is unsure of herself experience a fleeting, enchanting summer together after a chance encounter.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.3 - 59
Ride Your WaveMovie · 2019 · 96m · Animation, Romance, ComedyHinako, a college student passionate about surfing, recently relocated to a quiet coastal town. After a fire erupts at her apartment building, she's saved by Minato, an attractive firefighter, and they quickly develop a romantic connection.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.6 - 60
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 - 61
Macross Frontier: Labyrinth of TimeMovie · 2021 · 14mThis short film is being shown as part of the theatrical release of Macross Delta: Zettai Live!!!!!!.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 62
The Piano ForestMovie · 2007 · 101m · Music, Animation, DramaShuhei Amamiya transfers to Moriwaki Elementary, full of optimism. However, he quickly becomes a target for the school bullies and is drawn into a dare to play a strange piano in the woods. There, he meets Kai Ichinose, an equally mysterious child who appears to be the only one who can produce sound from the broken instrument.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 63
Whisper of the HeartMovie · 1995 · 111m · Animation, Drama, FamilyShizuku, a young girl who loves stories and writing, lives a quiet life filled with the adventures of fictional characters. Her world shifts when she discovers that all the books she's borrowed from the library were previously read by the same person: Seiji Amasawa. This discovery sparks her curiosity and sets her on an unexpected journey to learn about him.
The story shows how these ordinary lives become connected through a shared love of stories and words. The film gently explores themes of connection, ambition, and how literature can change us, prompting viewers to think about their own relationship with reading. With a gentle tone and beautiful visuals, the film reminds us that life holds unexpected moments of beauty and chance encounters.IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.0 - 64
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 - 65
Love Me, Love Me NotMovie · 2020 · 103mYuna and Akari, two high school girls with contrasting ideas about love – Yuna romanticizes it, while Akari is realistic – are joined by Kazuomi and Rio, two boys with equally different perspectives. Kazuomi is clueless about love, and Rio eagerly accepts any confession from a girl he finds attractive. Will these four classmates find the youthful romance they desire?IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0 - 66
My Hero Academia: Two HeroesMovie · 2018 · 96m · Animation, Action, AdventureAll Might and Deku travel to I-Island, a floating city, for the I-Expo, an event focused on quirks and hero equipment. While on the island, a villain breaches I-Island's security. The students of Class 1-A are the only ones who can stop him.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.9 - 67
Black FoxMovie · 2019 · 86m · Animation, Action, DramaRikka is descended from a line of ninjas. Her grandfather, Hyoe, was the last leader of their clan, and her father was a cyborg researcher. Both are murdered when a weapons company raids his lab to steal his work. Rikka then journeys to avenge their deaths.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 68
Macross Frontier Galaxy Tour Final in BudokanMovie · 2009 · 167mIn November 2008, a live performance featuring the music from Macross Frontier was held, with vocals by May'n and Megumi Nakajima, and conducted by Yoko Kanno.IMDb 8.6TMDB 5.0 - 69
PERSONA3 THE MOVIE #1 Spring of BirthMovie · 2013 · 98m · Adventure, Action, AnimationIn the spring, Makoto Yuki, a new male student, transfers to Gekkoukan High School. While walking to his new dorm, listening to music, time suddenly stops. Everyone around him transforms into coffins. Makoto discovers he's entered the Dark Hour, a period between midnight where monsters called Shadows appear. He's quickly tasked by upperclassmen Mitsuru and Akihiko to lead his classmates Yukari and Junpei. Makoto must learn about empathy, his bonds with his friends, and the nature of death. Using a device called an Evoker, he awakens a Persona and fights the Shadows threatening his world from the mysterious Tartarus tower.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.2 - 70
Grave of the FirefliesMovie · 1988 · 89m · Animation, Drama, WarIn the last months of World War II, this moving story follows siblings Seita and Setsuko as they cope with the loss of their mother in an air raid that destroyed Kobe, Japan. After a conflict with their aunt, the children are forced to live in a deserted bomb shelter. As supplies run out, Seita and Setsuko face hunger and despair, relying on each other for strength. The film is a reminder of the resilience of young people and the power of family love during terrible times.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.4 - 71
I Want to Eat Your PancreasMovie · 2018 · 108m · Animation, Drama, RomanceWhen his classmate and secret crush receives a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, an ordinary high school student resolves to help her make the most of her remaining time.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.2 - 72
Macross Frontier MUSIC CLIP Collection - NyankuriMovie · 2010Sheryl Nome, the celebrated Galactic Fairy, considers herself primarily a singer – a vessel for melody and rhythm. Ranka Lee, however, is unexpectedly reborn as Super-Dimension Cinderella through her powerful singing. United by their love of song and a shared affection for a pilot, these two singers from Macross F reunite in Macross F Music Clip Shuu: Nyankuri to present a collection of original animated music videos and character clips. - 73
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 - 74
Tales of Zestiria: The Shepherd's AdventMovie · 2014 · 45mThe Seraphim, a mystical spirit race that maintains balance in the world, grants powers to a human boy named Sorey. Meeting Alisha and Lunarre sets Sorey on a path to becoming the Shepherd and ultimately saving the world.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.4 - 75
Jujutsu Kaisen 0Movie · 2021 · 105m · Animation, Action, FantasyYuta Okkotsu, a high school student, is struggling with a difficult situation: his childhood friend Rika has become a powerful curse and is constantly with him. Because Rika is an unusual curse, her presence attracts the attention of Satoru Gojo, a teacher at Jujutsu High, a school for those training to fight curses. Gojo persuades Yuta to join Jujutsu High, but will he be able to learn the skills he needs to face the curse that follows him?IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.1 - 76
Kaguya-sama: Love Is War -The First Kiss That Never Ends-Movie · 2022 · 96m · Animation, Comedy, RomanceAfter a long period of longing and planning, Kaguya Shinomiya and Miyuki Shirogane share their first kiss. But now they face a new challenge: figuring out what their relationship truly means. They must ask themselves how much of themselves they've actually revealed to each other.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.0 - 77
K: Seven Stories Movie 2 - Side: Blue - Like SiriusMovie · 2018The second film in the K-Seven Stories six-part movie series.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.0 - 78
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 - 79
K: Seven Stories Movie 3 - Side:Green - The Overwritten WorldMovie · 2018IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.4 - 80
K: Seven Stories Movie 4 - Lost Small World - To the Other Side of the CageMovie · 2018IMDb 7.6TMDB 6.6 - 81
K: Seven Stories Movie 5 - Memory of Red - BurnMovie · 2018IMDb 7.7TMDB 5.6 - 82
K: Seven Stories Movie 6 - Circle Vision - Nameless SongMovie · 2018IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.0 - 83
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 - 84
Steins;Gate: The Movie - Load Region of Déjà VuMovie · 2013 · 90m · Science Fiction, Animation, DramaA year after the anime's events, Rintarou starts to disappear due to the effects of his time travel. Kurisu, the only one who remembers him, must find a way to restore him to reality.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 85
The Boy and the HeronMovie · 2023 · 124m · Animation, Adventure, FantasyDuring World War II, the teenage Mahito, grieving his mother's death, moves from Tokyo to the peaceful countryside to live with his new stepmother, Natsuko, who looks remarkably like his mother. As he struggles to adapt, Mahito finds himself in an increasingly bizarre environment, plagued by a recurring gray heron that both confuses and troubles him, and which calls him the "long-awaited one."IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4 - 86
Kiki's Delivery ServiceMovie · 1989 · 103m · Animation, Family, FantasyA young witch begins her training with a year in a new community. While learning to fit in, she finds a way to become independent by using her magic to start an air courier business, delivering packages quickly. The film explores independence, friendship, and self-discovery as she faces challenges and successes in a world where magic is common.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 87
Macross Delta: Passionate WalküreMovie · 2018 · 120mSet in 2067, eight years after Macross Frontier, Macross Delta follows Walküre, a group of popular idols, and Delta Squadron, a team of skilled Valkyrie pilots. Together, they fight against Var Syndrome, a strange phenomenon spreading across the galaxy. They join forces with the Aerial Knights, a Valkyrie fighter team from the Kingdom of Wind, to combat this threat. The film combines scenes from the original anime with new footage to present a revised narrative.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 88
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: The Battle of UnatoMovie · 2019 · 82m · Animation, Drama, ActionDuring a time of rapid industrial change, the inhabitants of Hinomoto battle waves of undead beings called Kabane, utilizing heavily armored trains as their primary defense. Six months after previous events, the protagonists of the Iron Fortress launch an effort to recapture Unato Castle.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.1 - 89
My Hero Academia: Heroes RisingMovie · 2019 · 104m · Animation, Action, FantasyClass 1-A travels to Nabu Island for a training exercise, expecting a relaxing break. However, their peace is shattered when they are attacked by a villain with a mysterious and powerful Quirk. The villain's abilities bear an unsettling resemblance to those of Shigaraki, suggesting his involvement in the attack. With All Might retired and the islanders in danger, Deku and his classmates must step up as the next generation of heroes and become Nabu Island's only defense.IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.1 - 90
PERSONA3 THE MOVIE #2 Midsummer Knight's DreamMovie · 2014 · 98m · Adventure, Action, AnimationHaving rediscovered the value of life and the importance of his friends, Makoto finds happiness again and grows closer to his comrades. He hopes this newfound peace will last. But gradually, the stability of Makoto's happy new life begins to unravel.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2 - 91
My Hero Academia: World Heroes' MissionMovie · 2021 · 105m · Animation, Action, AdventureA secretive organization known as Humarize is convinced that the increasing mixing of superpowers – called quirks – across generations will lead to humanity's destruction. To avert this disaster, Pro Heroes worldwide enlist the help of aspiring heroes from UA Academy, forming an elite team. These young heroes must now face the most perilous crisis yet in My Hero Academia, tasked with saving the world and the future of heroism.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.6 - 92
WAVE!! Surfing Yappe!! - Chapter 1Movie · 2020 · 83mIMDb 7.0 - 93
Yes, No, or Maybe?Movie · 2020 · 53m · Animation, Drama, RomanceA successful news anchor keeps a carefully constructed public image, but his life becomes complicated when he connects with a kind-hearted artist. As they develop feelings for each other, the deception threatens to unravel everything.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.0 - 94
Macross Frontier: The False SongstressMovie · 2009 · 120m · Drama, Romance, AnimationThis story blends elements of the original Frontier series with a new narrative. When singer Sheryl Nome joins the colonial fleet for a concert, conspiracies emerge within the Frontier government, and she is quickly suspected of being a spy for Galaxy. Meanwhile, childhood friends Alto Saotome and Ranka Lee pursue their ambitions as the conflict between Frontier and the Vajra intensifies.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 95
Fruits Basket -prelude-Movie · 2022 · 88mKyoko, disillusioned and isolated, encounters Katsuya Honda, a newly assigned teaching trainee. Initially at his mercy due to his blunt manner and strong personality, she finds herself gradually drawn to him. This happens after she is disowned by her parents following a problem caused by a friend – a punishment they impose freely. Katsuya then unexpectedly enters Kyoko's life, just as she is grappling with this.IMDb 7.7TMDB 6.9 - 96
ColorfulMovie · 2010 · 127m · Animation, Drama, FamilyAt the train station to die, a disheartened man is told he's been granted a second chance. He's reborn as 14-year-old Kobayashi Makoto, who recently died by suicide. Guided by a spirit named Purapura, the soul must uncover his biggest regret from his past life before his time in Makoto's body expires. He also has other tasks: understanding why Makoto took his own life and learning to appreciate this new life.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 97
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 - 98
5 Centimeters per SecondMovie · 2007 · 63m · Animation, Romance, DramaThe film explores three key periods in Takaki's life: his relationship with Akari and their painful separation; his close friendship with Kanae, who harbors a secret love for him; and the pressures and disillusionment of adulthood, leading to a bleak existence in a distant city.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3
