“I love this movie but it’s such a tearjerker”: Studio Ghibli’s Classic Based on Orphaned Siblings Surviving a Devastating War is Soon Coming to Netflix
- Studio Ghibli’s 'Grave of the Fireflies' arrives on Netflix this September.
- The film, set in post-war Japan, portrays siblings' struggle and survival.
- Fans who missed the film can catch it on Netflix next month.
Did you know that Studio Ghibli’s Grave of the Fireflies is regarded as one of the most tear-jerking animated movies ever? If you haven’t watched it yet, no worries because it’s coming to Netflix this September.
Directed by the late Isao Takahata, the film shows the tough times faced by orphaned siblings Seita and Setsuko in post-war Japan. Now that it’s coming to Netflix, people everywhere can watch this touching story of their struggle and family bond.
Studio Ghibli Classic Grave of the Fireflies Arrives on Netflix
Grave of the Fireflies is a top-notch example of great storytelling and animation. It’s set after World War II and follows two siblings, Seita and Setsuko, as they try to get by in war-ravaged Japan.
Based on Akiyuki Nosaka’s 1976 autobiographical story, the movie is famous for its deep emotions and realistic look at how war affects ordinary people. Nosaka’s real-life loss of his younger sister during the war inspired the story, turning it into a heartfelt tribute to her.
On September 16, 2024, this heart-wrenching classic will hit Netflix in over 190 countries—except the U.S. and Japan. As it joins Netflix’s anime lineup, it’s set to touch new viewers’ hearts with its emotiona but hopeful story. Now on a major streaming service, more people can watch and savor all the feels they might have missed before!
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Adding Grave of the Fireflies to Netflix shows they’re all in on great and varied Studio Ghibli creations. Right now, Netflix has 22 Studio Ghibli films around the world (but not in the U.S. or Japan). You can catch hits like Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Princess Mononoke there.
Netflix to Add More Anime Besides Studio Studio Ghibli
Later this year, Netflix will add more anime to its collection. Besides Studio Ghibli films, they will include The First Slam Dunk and Suzume. Makoto Shinkai’s Suzume is a big winner, making over $316 million worldwide (via The Numbers). It’s now the fourth highest-grossing Japanese movie ever. Plus, it got a Golden Globe nomination and seven Annie Award nods.
The First Slam Dunk will be available on Netflix worldwide this month. It’ll be available to stream from August 25th, 2024, in 75 countries, including the U.S.
Grave of the Fireflies will be available to watch on Netflix from September 16, 2024.
