Visual craft
Spirited Away showcases animation at a level that defines why anime has a global audience.
Spirited Away (2001) is a young girl, Chihiro, becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits.
At a Glance
Full titleSpirited Away
DirectorHayao Miyazaki
CountryJP
LanguageJapanese
StudioStudio Ghibli
GenreAnimation · Family · Fantasy
Why Spirited Away is essential anime
Hayao Miyazaki's Oscar-winning journey through a world of spirits and wonder
Spirited Away (2001) is a young girl, Chihiro, becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits.
Spirited Away builds toward an emotional climax that stays with viewers long after the credits.
Whether you are new to anime or a longtime fan, Spirited Away delivers the kind of storytelling and craft that keeps the medium thriving worldwide.
A young girl, Chihiro, becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits.
Emotional depth
Beyond spectacle, the film invests in characters and themes that resonate across cultures.
Cultural impact
Spirited Away is widely cited in anime recommendations and remains a reference point for the genre.
Rewatch value
Fans return for details, foreshadowing, and moments that land differently on a second viewing.
Story
Hayao Miyazaki's Oscar-winning journey through a world of spirits and wonder
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Story and setting
A young girl, Chihiro, becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits. When her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, she must call upon the courage she never knew she had to free her family.
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Characters and themes
Spirited Away invests in emotional arcs and visual storytelling that define modern anime at its best.
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Why it endures
With Hayao Miyazaki at the helm, Spirited Away remains essential viewing for anime fans and newcomers drawn to animation and family storytelling.
Cast
Main characters and performers
Behind the Scenes
Runtime: 2h 5m.
Directed by Hayao Miyazaki.
Genres: Animation, Family, Fantasy.
Highly rated among anime fans on TMDB.
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FAQ
How long is Spirited Away?
Spirited Away runs 2h 5m.
What is Spirited Away about?
A young girl, Chihiro, becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits. When her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, she must call upon the courage she never knew she had to free her family.
Who directed Spirited Away?
Spirited Away was directed by Hayao Miyazaki.
Where can I watch Spirited Away?
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