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8.5/10Animation · Family · Fantasy
Spirited Away
“Prepare to be spirited away.”
- 2001
- 2h 05m
- PG
- JA
- Released
The story
What Spirited Away is 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.
Spirited Away is an animation, family and fantasy film from 2001, directed by Hayao Miyazaki. It runs 2h 05m and is rated PG in the US. It was produced by Studio Ghibli, Tokuma Shoten and Nippon Television Network Corporation, with production in Japan.
The main cast is led by Rumi Hiiragi, Miyu Irino, Mari Natsuki, Takashi Naito. The screenplay was written by Hayao Miyazaki. Reported worldwide gross stands at $274.9M.
Why it matters: Spirited Away currently holds 8.5/10 from 19171 TMDB user ratings and has taken $274.9M worldwide against a $19.0M budget. Figures move as more ratings and box-office updates arrive.
Editor’s note
Should you watch Spirited Away?
Spirited Away is best suited to a family evening. At 2h 05m, it is a standard feature length. The draw is Rumi Hiiragi and Miyu Irino, directed by Hayao Miyazaki.
With 19,171 TMDB ratings averaging 8.5/10, this is one of the most widely seen titles in our library, so the score is a reliable signal.
TMDB tags the film with themes including witch, parent child relationship, darkness and bath house.
The US certification is PG: suitable for most viewers, with some parental guidance for younger children.
If you like this, try The Nightmare Before Christmas, Coraline or Swapped.
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Who is in it
Spirited Away cast
Rumi HiiragiChihiro (voice)
Miyu IrinoHaku (voice)
Mari NatsukiYubaba / Zeniba (voice)
Takashi NaitoFather (voice)
Yasuko SawaguchiMother (voice)
Tatsuya GashuinAogaeru (voice)
Ryunosuke KamikiBoh (voice)
Yumi TamaiRin (voice)
Yo OizumiBandai Frog (voice)
Koba HayashiRiver Spirit (voice)
Tsunehiko KamijôChichiyaku (voice)
Takehiko OnoAniyaku (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
DirectorHayao Miyazaki
WritersHayao Miyazaki
ProducersToshio Suzuki
MusicJoe Hisaishi
CinematographyAtsushi Okui
EditingTakeshi Seyama
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
8.5/1019171 ratings
Spirited Away sits at 8.5 out of 10 from 19171 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is $274.9M.
Scores show TMDB user ratings at the time of publishing and shift as new votes arrive.
I quite liked the look of the new house that "Chihiro" and her parents were to move to, but she isn't so keen, and being ten had the weight of the world on her shoulders. En route to meet the removal men, her dad takes a wrong turning and soon, together with her mum, end up at the end of a tunnel. What would you do? Go…
The facts
Spirited Away key details
| Original title | Spirited Away |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | April 2, 2002 |
| Runtime | 2h 05m |
| Certification | PG in United States, PG in United Kingdom |
| Original language | JA |
| Spoken languages | Japanese |
| Country | Japan |
| Budget | $19.0M |
| Worldwide gross | $274.9M |
| Studios | Studio Ghibli, Tokuma Shoten, Nippon Television Network Corporation, Mitsubishi |
| Also known as | Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi, Unesenniye prizrakami, Chihiro ilmmiid gaskkas |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Apr 2, 2002 | PG |
| United Kingdom | Sep 12, 2003 | PG |
| India | Mar 1, 2020 | NR |
| Canada | Sep 20, 2002 | NR |
| Australia | Dec 12, 2002 | PG |
| Argentina | Jul 17, 2003 | NR |
| Austria | Jun 20, 2003 | 0 |
| Belgium | Apr 2, 2003 | NR |
| Brazil | Jul 18, 2003 | L |
| Chile | Sep 18, 2003 | NR |
Official trailer for Spirited Away, via GKIDS Films. Open on YouTube
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed Spirited Away?
Spirited Away was directed by Hayao Miyazaki.
Who is in the cast of Spirited Away?
The main cast includes Rumi Hiiragi, Miyu Irino, Mari Natsuki, Takashi Naito, Yasuko Sawaguchi.
How long is Spirited Away?
Spirited Away runs 2h 05m.
When was Spirited Away released?
It was released in the United States on April 2, 2002. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is Spirited Away rated?
Certification depends on the country: PG in United States, PG in United Kingdom. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch Spirited Away 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 Spirited Away in HD or 4K?
Most digital stores offer Spirited Away 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 Spirited Away earn?
Reported worldwide gross is $274.9M against a budget of $19.0M. Box office figures update over time.
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At a glance: Spirited Away runs 2h 05m, opened in US cinemas on April 2, 2002, has 30 licensed options across 5 regions tracked here.