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Spirited Away Review (2001) — 92% Celluloid Score

Directed by Hayao Miyazaki · 2001 ·

Short answer

Is Spirited Away worth watching?

Yes. Spirited Away (2001) earns a 92% Celluloid Score. That makes it a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

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96% Editorial Rating
96% Audience snapshot · excluded
96 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.4
8.6 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 5m
Age rating
PG (US) · PG (UK) · PG (Australia) · ALL (South Korea) · G (Japan)
Cast
Rumi Hiiragi , Miyu Irino , Mari Natsuki
Streaming
HBO Max
Country
Japan
Language
Japanese

Also known as 千と千尋の神隠し स्पिरिटेड अवे El viaje de Chihiro Le Voyage de Chihiro Chihiros Reise ins Zauberland A Viagem de Chihiro 센과 치히로의 행방불명 千与千寻

🏆 2 award wins — Won Best Animated Feature, Academy Awards 2003

Where to watch

  • HBO Max

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Spirited Away by country

Country Streaming on
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Indonesia Netflix
Malaysia Netflix
Nigeria Netflix
Pakistan Netflix
Philippines Netflix
South Africa Netflix
South Korea Netflix
Thailand Netflix
Turkey Netflix
United Arab Emirates Netflix
United Kingdom Netflix
United States HBO Max

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (96/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (96%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (96/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.4/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.6/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded animation, fantasy pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Spirited Away worth watching?

    Yes — Spirited Away earns a 92% Celluloid Score. That makes it a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded animation, fantasy pick. Read our full review (5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Miyazaki's masterpiece won the Oscar for animation and remains Japan's most beloved export.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Spirited Away about?

    A sullen girl wanders into a spirit world where she must work in a bathhouse for witches to rescue her parents and find her courage.

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    Critic Reviews

    In-depth 5 min read English Spirited Away

    Spirited Away (2001) Review: Finding Courage in a Strange World

    Hayao Miyazaki's fantasy turns bewilderment, work and small acts of kindness into an extraordinary adventure. A spoiler-free review of its animation, world-building and emotional logic.

    An exceptional animated fantasy for viewers who enjoy strange worlds and patient discovery. Spirited Away combines dazzling invention with an ordinary child's courage; younger viewers may find its transformations and threats frightening.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Spirited Away: frequently asked questions

    Is Spirited Away worth watching?

    Yes. Spirited Away (2001) has a Celluloid Score of 92%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That is a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Spirited Away?

    In the United States, Spirited Away streams on HBO Max with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Netflix in Malaysia; Netflix in Nigeria. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Spirited Away?

    Spirited Away runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).

    What is Spirited Away rated?

    Spirited Away is rated PG in the United States, PG in the UK, PG in Australia, ALL in South Korea and G in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Spirited Away?

    Spirited Away is directed by Hayao Miyazaki and stars Rumi Hiiragi, Miyu Irino, Mari Natsuki.

    What is the Metascore for Spirited Away?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Spirited Away is 96 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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