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For four decades, Studio Ghibli has enchanted audiences worldwide with its exquisite hand-drawn animation and enchanting storytelling. Under the creative leadership of the legendary Hayao Miyazaki, the Japanese studio has built a remarkable filmography of nearly two dozen movies that span genres from the surreal and supernatural to the deeply emotional and reflective. Whether you're a first-time viewer or a long-time fan looking to revisit these masterpieces, our comprehensive guide will show you how to watch every Studio Ghibli movie right now.
The Best Studio Ghibli Movies
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Where to Watch Studio Ghibli Movies Online
Max Streaming Service
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Max is the primary streaming platform for Studio Ghibli movies in North America, while they are available on Netflix in other regions. The notable exception is the 1988 film Grave of the Fireflies, which, after being elusive online for years, is now available on Netflix. Our list includes 24 Studio Ghibli movies, encompassing all theatrical releases, two TV movies, and two films created by the Ghibli team before the studio's official establishment.
Below, you'll find streaming links for each movie, along with alternative options for those without a Max subscription. Films directed by Hayao Miyazaki are marked with an asterisk (*).
Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Stream: Netflix
IGN's Review
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
Castle in the Sky (1986)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
My Neighbor Totoro (1988)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
Only Yesterday (1991)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Porco Rosso (1992)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
Ocean Waves (1993)
Stream: Max (Japanese audio)
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube (Japanese audio)
Pom Poko (1994)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Whisper of the Heart (1995)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Princess Mononoke (1997)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
My Neighbors the Yamadas (1999)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Spirited Away (2001)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Cat Returns (2002)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
Howl's Moving Castle (2004)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
Tales from Earthsea (2006)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Ponyo (2008)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Secret World of Arrietty (2010)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
From Up on Poppy Hill (2011)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Wind Rises (2013)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
When Marnie Was There (2014)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Earwig and the Witch (2020)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
The Boy and the Heron (2023)*
Stream: Max
Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
IGN's Review
*Directed by Hayao Miyazaki
Other Ways to Watch Studio Ghibli Movies
Physical Releases
For those who prefer to own a tangible piece of Studio Ghibli's legacy, or want to ensure they always have access to these animated treasures, GKIDS and Shout! Factory have collaborated to release Blu-ray steelbooks of Studio Ghibli's catalog.
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The Boy and the Heron
See it at Amazon.
Spirited Away
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My Neighbor Totoro
See it at Amazon.
Howl's Moving Castle
See it at Amazon.
Princess Mononoke
See it at Amazon.
Kiki's Delivery Service
See it at Amazon.
Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind
See it at Amazon.
Ponyo
See it at Amazon.
Future Studio Ghibli Films
Despite rumors that The Boy and the Heron would be Hayao Miyazaki's final film, as of October 2023, Miyazaki has been actively working on a new project for Studio Ghibli. Producer Toshio Suzuki stated, “He's thinking about this next project every day, and I can't stop him — in fact, I've given up. I no longer try to dissuade him, even if he were to make a failed film. In life, it's only the work that delights him.” No further details about this upcoming project have been announced, leaving fans eagerly awaiting more news from the studio.
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