Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Original title: 火垂るの墓
Grave of the Fireflies is a 1988 Japanese-language animation movie directed by Isao Takahata, with a running time of 1h 29m.
In the final months of World War II, 14-year-old Seita and his sister Setsuko are orphaned when their mother is killed during an air raid in Kobe, Japan. After a falling out with their aunt, they move into an abandoned bomb shelter. With no surviving relatives and their emergency rations depleted, Seita and Setsuko struggle to survive.
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What is Grave of the Fireflies about?
In the final months of World War II, 14-year-old Seita and his sister Setsuko are orphaned when their mother is killed during an air raid in Kobe, Japan. After a falling out with their aunt, they move into an abandoned bomb shelter. With no surviving relatives and their emergency rations depleted, Seita and Setsuko struggle to survive.
When was Grave of the Fireflies released?
Grave of the Fireflies was released on 16 April 1988.
How long is Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies runs 1h 29m.
Who made Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies was directed by Isao Takahata.
Where can I watch Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies is available on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Grave of the Fireflies
Stream: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
Rent: Amazon Video
Buy: Amazon Video