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20052h 28m7.9(115)

Grave of the Fireflies

火垂るの墓

Drama
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2005-11-01
2h 28m
JA
Released
Nippon Television Network Corporation

About

Hisako loses her home in Tokyo to Allied bombing. With her husband fighting somewhere in Asia, she and her two children evacuate to a suburb of Kobe, where they share a house with Hisako's cousin, Kyoko. Kobe is bombed and Kyoko is killed. Hisako is forced to take care of Kyoko's two children in addition to her own, but there is not enough food for everyone.

#world war ii#single mother#brother sister #starvation#fire bombing#children in wartime#brother and sister

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Where does Grave of the Fireflies rank today?

Grave of the Fireflies is #4555 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.

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Stream Grave of the Fireflies online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 2005, it's earned a solid 7.9/10 from 115 viewers worldwide.

About Grave of the Fireflies

Hisako loses her home in Tokyo to Allied bombing. With her husband fighting somewhere in Asia, she and her two children evacuate to a suburb of Kobe, where they share a house with Hisako's cousin, Kyoko. Kobe is bombed and Kyoko is killed. Hisako is forced to take care of Kyoko's two children in addition to her own, but there is not enough food for everyone. Running 148 minutes.

Grave of the Fireflies Cast and Characters

The cast features Hoshi Ishida (as Yokokawa Seita), Mao Sasaki (as Setsuko), Ikki Sawamura (as Kiyoshi), Yui Natsukawa (as Kyoko), and Nanako Matsushima (as Hisako). Their performances are a major reason Grave of the Fireflies has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Grave of the Fireflies

There's a reason Grave of the Fireflies keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Grave of the Fireflies online for free?

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How long is Grave of the Fireflies?

Grave of the Fireflies runs for 148 minutes (about 2.5 hours).

Is Grave of the Fireflies good? What's the rating?

Grave of the Fireflies holds a 7.9/10 rating based on 115 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of Grave of the Fireflies?

The main cast includes Hoshi Ishida, Mao Sasaki, Ikki Sawamura, and Yui Natsukawa, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Grave of the Fireflies available in Japanese?

Yes — Grave of the Fireflies was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Grave of the Fireflies released?

Grave of the Fireflies was released in 2005.

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Where can I watch Grave of the Fireflies for free?

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What is Grave of the Fireflies about?

Grave of the Fireflies is a Drama film. Hisako loses her home in Tokyo to Allied bombing. With her husband fighting somewhere in Asia, she and her two children evacuate to a suburb of Kobe, where they share a house with Hisako's cousin, Kyoko. Kobe is bombed and Kyoko is killed. Hisako is forced to take care of Kyoko's two children in addition to her own, but there is not enough food for everyone.

When was Grave of the Fireflies released?

Grave of the Fireflies was released on November 1, 2005. It has a runtime of 2h 28m. The film was produced by Nippon Television Network Corporation.

Who stars in Grave of the Fireflies?

Grave of the Fireflies stars Hoshi Ishida, Mao Sasaki, Ikki Sawamura and Yui Natsukawa. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Grave of the Fireflies available in HD?

Yes, Grave of the Fireflies is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.

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