Mar 30, 2025

Letterboxd's Top 10 Studio Ghibli Films to Watch

Kuhu Verma

1. Whisper of the Heart (1995)

This 5 star Letterboxd film is a wholesome blend of reality and art and taps straight into you emotions.

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2. The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013)

A visually stunning adaptation of the Japanese folktale, this hand-drawn masterpiece follows the mysterious origins of Princess Kaguya.

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3. Spirited Away (2001)

A young girl, Chihiro, is trapped in a mysterious world of spirits and must navigate an eerie bathhouse to save her parents.

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4. The Boy and the Heron (2023)

This recent movie from Studio Ghibli has a 5 star rating as users claim it to be Miyazaki's next best after Spirited Away after 22 years.

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5. Kiki's Delivery Service

Kiki, a young witch, moves to a new city to prove herself, learning about independence, self-confidence, and perseverance.

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6. Only Yesterday

Rated 4.5 stars. this film uses lyrical switches between the present and the past as Taeko contemplates the arc of her life

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7. Grave of the Fireflies

A devastating yet beautiful war drama about two orphaned siblings struggling to survive in World War II-era Japan.

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8. Princess Mononoke (1997)

A gripping tale of war between humans and nature, this epic fantasy explores nature with breathtaking animation and powerful storytelling.

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9. When Marnie was There (2014)

Receiving 3.5 stars from Letterboxd reviews, this film is a beautifully emotional tale of friendship and self-discovery.

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10. My Neighbor Totoro

A heartwarming tale about two sisters who discover magical forest spirits, including the adorable Totoro.

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