Grave of the Fireflies Plot Summary
Grave of the Fireflies was released on August 12, 2018. 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.
Grave of the Fireflies Cast and Characters
Confirmed cast for Grave of the Fireflies includes Tsutomu Tatsumi, Ayano Shiraishi, Yoshiko Shinohara, Akemi Yamaguchi, and Masayo Sakai.
Where to Watch Grave of the Fireflies
Grave of the Fireflies is currently listed on Amazon Video, Netflix, and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability may vary by region and subscription tier.
Grave of the Fireflies Tone, Style, and Direction
As a Animation, Drama, War film, Grave of the Fireflies keeps the tone focused on the conflict introduced in the premise.
Is Grave of the Fireflies Safe to Watch? (Age Rating Guide)
Official age rating not available.
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| Director | Isao Takahata |
|---|---|
| Main Cast | Tsutomu Tatsumi, Ayano Shiraishi, Yoshiko Shinohara, Akemi Yamaguchi, Masayo Sakai |
| Release Year | 2018 |
| Genre | Animation, Drama, War |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Grave of the Fireflies released?
Grave of the Fireflies was released on August 12, 2018.
Who directed Grave of the Fireflies?
Isao Takahata directed Grave of the Fireflies.
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.
Where can I watch Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies is available on Amazon Video, Netflix, and Netflix Standard with Ads.
