1. Spirited Away (2001)
In 2001, Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away was released and it quickly became one of the most popular and acclaimed anime films of all time. It tells the story of Chihiro, a 10-year-old girl who is whisked away to a magical world and forced to work in a bathhouse for spirits. Along the way, she meets a variety of strange and wonderful creatures and learns valuable lessons about courage and friendship. The film is visually stunning and emotionally captivating, and it has won multiple awards, including an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. If you haven’t seen it yet, now is the perfect time to check it out.
2. Your Name (2016)
Your Name is a 2016 anime movie written and directed by Makoto Shinkai. The movie tells the story of two teenagers, Mitsuha and Taki, who inexplicably swap bodies. It’s a charming, heartwarming story with a great message about the power of connection and the importance of living life to the fullest. The animation is gorgeous and the soundtrack is beautiful, making it a must-watch for any anime fan. Your Name is one of the highest-grossing anime films of all time and has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award nomination.
3. Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)
Howl’s Moving Castle is another classic anime movie directed by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki. It tells the story of Sophie, a young girl who is transformed into an old woman by a witch’s spell. She meets a mysterious wizard named Howl, who lives in a moving castle, and they embark on a journey filled with adventure and danger. The movie is visually stunning and the characters are likable and memorable. Howl’s Moving Castle is an excellent movie for all ages and it won an Academy Award nomination for Best Animated Feature.
4. Your Lie in April (2014)
Your Lie in April is a 2014 anime movie based on the popular manga series of the same name. The movie tells the story of Kousei, a talented but emotionally-stunted pianist who falls in love with Kaori, a violinist with a bubbly personality. The movie follows their relationship as Kousei learns to overcome his emotional trauma and embrace life. The movie is filled with music, romance, and drama, and it’s sure to leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. Your Lie in April is an excellent movie for all ages.
5. Princess Mononoke (1997)
Princess Mononoke is a 1997 anime movie directed by Hayao Miyazaki. The movie tells the story of Ashitaka, a young warrior who is cursed after a battle with a demonic boar god. He sets out on a quest to find a cure and encounters a variety of strange and wonderful creatures, including the titular Princess Mononoke, a human-like wolf princess. The movie is visually stunning and it has an important message about the importance of protecting the environment. Princess Mononoke is an excellent movie for all ages and it won multiple awards, including an Academy Award nomination.
6. Akira (1988)
Akira is a classic anime movie from 1988 that is widely considered one of the best anime films of all time. The movie takes place in a post-apocalyptic Tokyo and follows a group of biker gang members who get caught up in a government conspiracy. The movie is filled with action, adventure, and suspense, and it has an important message about power and responsibility. Akira is an excellent movie for all ages and it has won multiple awards, including an Academy Award nomination.
7. Ghost in the Shell (1995)
Ghost in the Shell is a 1995 anime movie based on the popular manga series of the same name. The movie follows Major Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg who is tasked with tracking down a mysterious hacker known as the Puppet Master. The movie is filled with action, suspense, and thought-provoking ideas about the nature of identity and technology. Ghost in the Shell is an excellent movie for all ages and it won multiple awards, including an Academy Award nomination.
8. Your Name (2016)
Your Name is a 2016 anime movie written and directed by Makoto Shinkai. The movie tells the story of two teenagers, Mitsuha and Taki, who inexplicably swap bodies. It’s a charming, heartwarming story with a great message about the power of connection and the importance of living life to the fullest. The animation is gorgeous and the soundtrack is beautiful, making it a must-watch for any anime fan. Your Name is one of the highest-grossing anime films of all time and has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award nomination.
9. Wolf Children (2012)
Wolf Children is a 2012 anime movie directed by Mamoru Hosoda. The movie tells the story of Hana, a young woman who falls in love with a wolf-man and has two children with him. When he dies, she is left to raise the children on her own and must protect them from the dangers of the outside world. The movie is a heartwarming story about family and love, and it has an important message about the importance of protecting the environment. Wolf Children is an excellent movie for all ages.
10. The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006)
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time is a 2006 anime movie written and directed by Mamoru Hosoda. The movie tells the story of Makoto, a teenage girl who discovers she has the ability to time travel. She uses her newfound power to try and fix her mistakes and make her life better, but she soon discovers that her actions have unintended consequences. The movie is a charming and heartwarming story about growing up and taking responsibility for your actions. The Girl Who Leapt Through Time is an excellent movie for all ages.
