For four decades, Studio Ghibli has enchanted global audiences with its exquisite hand-drawn animation and enchanting storytelling. Founded by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki, this Japanese studio has crafted a remarkable filmography spanning nearly two dozen movies, ranging from the surreal and supernatural to the heartfelt and reflective. If you're eager to dive into or revisit the best Studio Ghibli films, our comprehensive guide will show you how to watch every one of them 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 serves as the primary streaming hub for Studio Ghibli films in North America, while they are available on Netflix in other regions. The notable exception is "Grave of the Fireflies" from 1988, which has recently become available on Netflix after being hard to find online. This list encompasses 24 Studio Ghibli movies, including all theatrical releases, two TV movies, and two films created by the Ghibli team before the studio's official establishment.
Below, we provide streaming links to each film, along with alternative viewing options for those without a Max subscription. Movies directed by Hayao Miyazaki are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Stream: Netflix
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Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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Castle in the Sky (1986)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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My Neighbor Totoro (1988)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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Only Yesterday (1991)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Porco Rosso (1992)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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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
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My Neighbors the Yamadas (1999)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Spirited Away (2001)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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The Cat Returns (2002)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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Howl's Moving Castle (2004)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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Tales from Earthsea (2006)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
Ponyo (2008)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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The Secret World of Arrietty (2010)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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From Up on Poppy Hill (2011)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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The Wind Rises (2013)*
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013)
Stream: Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video or YouTube
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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 physical copies of these timeless animated classics or wish to expand their collection, GKIDS has partnered with home video distributor Shout! Factory to release Blu-ray steelbooks of Studio Ghibli's catalog.
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The Boy and the Heron
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Spirited Away
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My Neighbor Totoro
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Howl's Moving Castle
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Princess Mononoke
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Kiki's Delivery Service
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Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind
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Ponyo
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Future Studio Ghibli Films
Despite rumors that "The Boy and the Heron" would be Hayao Miyazaki's final film, as of October 2023, he continues to work on a new project for Studio Ghibli. Producer Toshio Suzuki revealed, “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 additional details about the upcoming project have been disclosed yet.
