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8.4/10Animation · Drama · Romance
A Silent Voice: The Movie
“Sometimes the answer is as simple as learning to listen.”
- 2016
- 2h 09m
- NR
- JA
- Released
The story
What A Silent Voice: The Movie is about
Shouya Ishida starts bullying the new girl in class, Shouko Nishimiya, because she is deaf. But as the teasing continues, the rest of the class starts to turn on Shouya for his lack of compassion. When they leave elementary school, Shouko and Shouya do not speak to each other again... until an older, wiser Shouya, tormented by his past behaviour, decides he must see Shouko once more. He wants to atone for his sins, but is it already too late...?
A Silent Voice: The Movie is an animation, drama and romance film from 2016, directed by Naoko Yamada. It runs 2h 09m and is rated NR in the US. It was produced by Kyoto Animation, ABC Animation and Kodansha, with production in Japan.
The main cast is led by Miyu Irino, Saori Hayami, Aoi Yuki, Kensho Ono. The screenplay was written by Reiko Yoshida. Reported worldwide gross stands at $30.8M.
Why it matters: A Silent Voice: The Movie currently holds 8.4/10 from 4762 TMDB user ratings and has taken $30.8M worldwide against a undisclosed budget. Figures move as more ratings and box-office updates arrive.
Editor’s note
Should you watch A Silent Voice: The Movie?
A Silent Voice: The Movie is best suited to a family evening. At 2h 09m, it is a standard feature length. The draw is Miyu Irino and Saori Hayami, directed by Naoko Yamada.
4,762 TMDB users have rated it 8.4/10. That is a solid sample, though scores can still move as more people watch.
TMDB tags the film with themes including high school, friendship, suicide and suicide attempt.
The US certification is NR: not rated in the US, so check the content before watching with children.
If you like this, try Your Name., Forrest Gump or A Beautiful Mind.
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Who is in it
A Silent Voice: The Movie cast
Miyu IrinoShouya Ishida (voice)
Saori HayamiShouko Nishimiya (voice)
Aoi YukiYuzuru Nishimiya (voice)
Kensho OnoTomohiro Nagatsuka (voice)
Yuki KanekoNaoka Ueno (voice)
Yui IshikawaMiyoko Sahara (voice)
Megumi HanMiki Kawai (voice)
Toshiyuki ToyonagaSatoshi Mashiba (voice)
Mayu MatsuokaShouya Ishida as an Elementary School Boy (voice)
Sachiko KojimaKazuki Shimada as an Elementary School Boy (voice)
Hana TakedaKeisuke Hirose as an Elementary School Boy (voice)
Fuminori KomatsuTakeuchi-sensei (voice)Character names follow the film's credits. Open a name to see that person's other work on MovieState.
Behind the camera
Direction and crew
DirectorNaoko Yamada
WritersReiko Yoshida
ProducersToshio Iizuka, Shinichi Nakamura
MusicKensuke Ushio
CinematographyKazuya Takao
EditingKengo Shigemura
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
8.4/104762 ratings
A Silent Voice: The Movie sits at 8.4 out of 10 from 4762 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is $30.8M.
Scores show TMDB user ratings at the time of publishing and shift as new votes arrive.
A Silent Voice: The Movie (2016) is an absolute gem! 🌟 This beautifully crafted anime film takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, touching your heart and leaving you with a sense of hope and understanding. The characters are so well-developed, and the animation is simply breathtaking. Prepare to be moved and inspired…
The facts
A Silent Voice: The Movie key details
| Original title | A Silent Voice: The Movie |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | July 3, 2017 |
| Runtime | 2h 09m |
| Certification | NR in United States, 12 in United Kingdom |
| Original language | JA |
| Spoken languages | Japanese |
| Country | Japan |
| Budget | Not disclosed |
| Worldwide gross | $30.8M |
| Studios | Kyoto Animation, ABC Animation, Kodansha, Pony Canyon |
| Also known as | The Shape of Voice, 聲之形, 聲之形 |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Jul 3, 2017 | NR |
| United Kingdom | Oct 22, 2016 | 12 |
| Canada | Nov 10, 2017 | NR |
| Australia | Apr 6, 2017 | M |
| Austria | Sep 26, 2017 | 6 |
| Brazil | Jun 5, 2019 | 14 |
| China | Sep 8, 2017 | NR |
| France | May 10, 2017 | U |
| Germany | Sep 26, 2017 | 6 |
| Hong Kong | Apr 6, 2017 | IIA |
Official trailer for A Silent Voice: The Movie, via GKIDS Films. Open on YouTube
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed A Silent Voice: The Movie?
A Silent Voice: The Movie was directed by Naoko Yamada.
Who is in the cast of A Silent Voice: The Movie?
The main cast includes Miyu Irino, Saori Hayami, Aoi Yuki, Kensho Ono, Yuki Kaneko.
How long is A Silent Voice: The Movie?
A Silent Voice: The Movie runs 2h 09m.
When was A Silent Voice: The Movie released?
It was released in the United States on July 3, 2017. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is A Silent Voice: The Movie rated?
Certification depends on the country: NR in United States, 12 in United Kingdom. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch A Silent Voice: The Movie online?
Availability changes by region and by week. The table above lists the streaming, rental and purchase services reported for major markets. Check the provider page for today's price and quality.
Can I watch A Silent Voice: The Movie in HD or 4K?
Most digital stores offer A Silent Voice: The Movie in HD, and newer releases are often available in 4K. Check the quality label on the provider's page before you pay.
How much did A Silent Voice: The Movie earn?
Reported worldwide gross is $30.8M against a budget of . Box office figures update over time.
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At a glance: A Silent Voice: The Movie runs 2h 09m, opened in US cinemas on July 3, 2017, has 34 licensed options across 5 regions tracked here.