The Boy and the Heron
Where death comes to an end, life finds a new beginning.
While the Second World War rages, the teenage Mahito, haunted by his mother's tragic death, is relocated from Tokyo to the serene rural home of his new stepmother Natsuko, a woman who bears a striking resemblance to the boy's mother. As he tries to adjust, this strange new world grows even stranger following the appearance of a persistent gray heron, who perplexes and bedevils Mahito, dubbing him the "long-awaited one."
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 君たちはどう生きるか
- Genres: Animation, Adventure, Fantasy, Family, Drama
- Release Date: 2023-07-14
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Rating: 7.4/10 (2261 votes)
- Budget: $50,000,000
- Revenue: $294,200,000
- Production Companies: Studio Ghibli
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 12.1996
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Soma Santoki
as Mahito Maki (voice)
Masaki Suda
as Gray Heron (voice)
Ko Shibasaki
as Kiriko (voice)
Aimyon
as Lady Himi (voice)
Yoshino Kimura
as Natsuko (voice)
Takuya Kimura
as Shoichi Maki (voice)
Keiko Takeshita
as Izumi (voice)
Jun Fubuki
as Utako (voice)
Sawako Agawa
as Eriko (voice)
Karen Takizawa
as Warawara (voice)
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Mahito Meets The Warawara
Official Clip - Flight of the Warawara
On 4K Steelbook, 4K/Blu-ray & Blu-ray/DVD
Coming Soon to 4K Blu-ray & Digital!
Official Trailer 2
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Boy and the Heron?▼
The Boy and the Heron is a Animation, Adventure, Fantasy, Family, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2023-07-14.
Who are the main actors in The Boy and the Heron?▼
The main cast includes Soma Santoki, Masaki Suda, Ko Shibasaki, Aimyon, Yoshino Kimura, .
Where can I watch The Boy and the Heron online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Boy and the Heron is available.
Is The Boy and the Heron based on a true story?▼
Where death comes to an end, life finds a new beginning.
What is the IMDb rating of The Boy and the Heron?▼
The Boy and the Heron has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 2261 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Boy and the Heron?▼
The movie had a production budget of $50,000,000 and earned $294,200,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Boy and the Heron?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Studio Ghibli. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Boy and the Heron filmed?▼
The Boy and the Heron was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Boy and the Heron?▼
The total runtime of The Boy and the Heron is 124 minutes.
Is The Boy and the Heron suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Boy and the Heron?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Boy and the Heron.
Does The Boy and the Heron have a post-credit scene?▼
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