The Nippon Television Special of Spirited Away

During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl named Chihiro wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches, and spirits. She must work in a bathhouse for these creatures to find a way to free herself and her parents and return to the human world.

Spirited Away was met with universal acclaim from critics and audiences alike, praised for its stunning animation, imaginative storytelling, and profound themes. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest animated films ever made.

• Visually breathtaking and incredibly imaginative.
• A deeply moving and universally resonant fairy tale.
• Miyazaki's masterpiece is a profound exploration of identity and courage.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly praise Spirited Away for its enchanting animation, compelling story, and the emotional journey of its young protagonist. Many highlight its rewatchability and its ability to captivate viewers of all ages.

Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival, numerous other awards.

The film's success in Japan was so immense that it briefly caused a national shortage of the Japanese currency yen due to people hoarding it as souvenirs.