Updated February 18, 2023 by Ernie
Studio Ghibli’smovies always seem to warm your heart. The movies are so aesthetically pleasing that you get hooked on them! The whole storyline itself along with theyummy foodthat they present is just worth appreciating. And I am sure that these movies will melt your hearts in winter and will refreshen your souls in the summer!
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On a fine day, one would love to watch thesetop moviesand just vibe. Studio Ghibli’s movies were made toofficiallychange theanimationstyle. YES! That’s right, we all know that their animation isdifferentfrom the original anime we see. Anyway, if you want to watch some of the BEST Studio Ghibli Movies, you can continue scrolling for someawesome recommendations!
THE BEST STUDIO GHIBLI THERE IS
Studio Ghibli Info
Romanized Name:
Kabushiki Gaisha Sutajio Jiburi
Native name: 株式会社スタジオジブリ
Industry: Motion Pictures, Video games, TV commercials
Type: Kabushiki Gaisha
Predecessors: Topcraft
Founders: Hayao Miyazaki, Toshio Suzuki, Isao Takahata
Headquarters: Koganei, Tokyo, Japan
Website: Studio Ghibli
25. My Neighbors The Yamadas (1999)
Looking for a family-friendly movie? Then let me cover that up for ya!
The Story Revolves around the Daily Life of the Yamada family. this movie will lead you to appreciate its unique way of depicting the typical Japanese household! Common arguments such as fighting against TV, and what to eat! Despite their never-ending cycle of quarrels, the Yamada family will embrace you into a comedic feat! So get comfy! Grab that popcorn cuz we’re watching!
24. The Red Turtle (2016)
A storm stirred, a man in its midst, lost and uncertain, stranded, and struggling for survival. He tries to escape the island but fate does not favor him, for in every attempt he fails! Yet it was not due to any natural cause, he was stopped by a mysterious being. Then he encountered it… an enormous red turtle. The mysterious sea creature changes the man’s life, making him content, and happy until the end. Otaku’s let me tell you one thing, pluck out that hanky of yours cuz tears will shed!
23. Tales From Earthsea (2006)
Big fan of swords and dragons? How about spells and wizards? Unsheathe thy blade warrior for we shall partake in a quest!
Plague sweeping upon the land, and dragons clashing above the clouds! An archmage settles to uncover the mystery! There he met a fugitive young lad haunted by a dark image. Together they embarked on a journey, filled with battle and magic!
22. Pom Pokko (1994)
Ancient creatures known asTanukiare the heroes in Pom Poko. They are believed to bringfortuneto the world with theirshape-changingabilities. I mean such cute creatures also bringsmilesandhappinessto your face!
In Pom Poko, their foresthomeis threatened byurban development. And tosavetheir forest home, they have to use all kinds of supernatural abilities. Now, how wholesome is that! Imagine these small creatures doing their best to save their hometown. Humans just have to mess up the lives ofpeacefulliving creatures, right?
21. The Cat Returns (2002)
Imagine living in a magical world where you become a cat! The Cat Returns’ story revolves around a high-school girl namedHaruwho rescues acatfrom gettingknockedout by a truck. Later on, she finds out that the cat is actually a prince namedLune.
Now, Lune’s father theKing,wants Haru to get married to him. In this way, Haru is brought to thecat worldwhere she gets feline (cat-like) features. Magically she turns into a cat and getsmarriedto theprinceand lives happily ever after.
20. Porco Rosso (1992)
In the early 1930s, the sky pirates in their biplanes started to terrorize cruise ships through the Adriatic Sea. There was only one brave pilot who could fight them, his name wasPorco Rosso.
Porco Rosso is a formerWorld War 1FlyingAcewho somehow turned into apigduring the war. With the help of a funky mechanic girl,Fio Piccolohe enlists in the war and becomes life-long friends with her. I’m sure you guys will consider petting Pigs after watching this movie.
19. Earwig and the Witch (2020)
Another children’s film by Ghibli will introduce you to a 10-year-old orphan named Aya. Despite her situation, she is content in life even if it means not having a normal family. Well, she has everyone in the orphanage. But all changed when she was adopted by a weird couple, Mandrake and Bella Yaga.
She discovered that they were witches and she was simply adopted to be their assistant. She is tasked to follow them at all times and most importantly to never disturb the mandrake. Her task might be difficult for her age, but Aya is up to the challenge.
Follow the story of Aya and the witches that adopted her. Will she be able to have a real family? You’ll find out if you watch this movie!
18. Mary and the witch’s flower
When it comes to introducing the magical world with animals,Studio Ghiblinever fails to surprise us. Mary and the Witch’s Flower revolves around a girl named Mary who follows a mysterious cat. She finds out a broomstick and a strange flower.That flower basically blooms after everyseven years.
The flower and the broomstick both carry Mary to a magical school calledEndor College.However, at this school run by the headmistressMumblechookandDoctor Dee, strange things keep happening. Mary risks her life with every lie she tells! The story is so interesting and unique that you will not get bored after watching this aesthetically pleasing movie!
17. Ocean Waves (1993)
Ocean Waves is a story full ofemotionsandmemories. It revolves around Taku Morisaki and his memories from his old high school. It focuses solely on hislove trianglewith two of his friends.
One fact about Ocean Waves is that it doesn’t have adubbedversion. But due to its happy ending and a good storyline, everyone loves it equally. It’s a kind ofslice of lifewhich is adored in Japanese anime.
16. From Up On A Poppy Hill (2011)
From up on Poppy Hill revolves around modernizationafter world war painful memories. It shows thehappy future ahead, eternal peace, and festivals! It’s a beautiful story! It also tells us about the comingTokyo Olympics. The Japanese people afterburyingthepainful memories, just work hard and build up Japan in a way that surprises everyone!
15. Only Yesterday (1991)
Taeko Okajima is acareer womanwho takes her first trip outside Tokyo. When she travels to rural Yamagata during the annual Safflower harvest, she daydreams about herpre-adolescent self.
Then like any other of us, she thinks that if her childhood self wanted her adult self to be exhausted andtiredofoverworking. As her vacation progresses, she getsstressedand frustrated and wishes to become a child again.
14. The Secret World of Arrietty (2010)
Arrietty is a tiny teenager living in therecessesof asuburbanhome with her parents. Without knowing the housekeepers, she along with her family remains hidden from the human hosts. However, she has to getsugar cubesand small things like that from them so she has to gobackandforthtoo. A friendship bond forms between Arrietty and a 12 years oldShawnbut this friendship could endanger her and her parent’s life too.
13. The Wind Rises (2013)
The story of The Wind Rises revolves around a young man,Jirowho wants to become a pilot but can’t because of his poor eyesight. One night, he reads about a famous Italian aircraftGiovanniand even dreams about him.
Giovanni tells him thatbuildingplanes are better thanflyingthem. So, he decides to become an aeronautical engineer. One day, on his way to study, he finds a girl named Naokowhose maid gets hurt because of the earthquake. He helps the maid and that’s where the story begins! Curious to find out what happens next? WatchThe Wind Risesfor more!
12. The Tale of Princess Kaguya (2013)
This tale might be one of the mostunique talesof all time. It revolves around amysteriouscreature that grows inside abamboostick and asks you to do nearlyimpossibletasks to prove yourlovefor them! Sounds crazy right? I think we all should take notes here!
11. When Marnie Was There (2014)
A young girl is sent to the country forhealthissues where she meets an unlikely friend in form ofMarnie. Marnie has flowing beautifulblondehair and her friendship bond with the protagonist grows and keepsgrowing.
10. Whisper Of The Heart (1995)
Shizuku is anenthusiasticgirl who iscuriousabout almost everything. She wants to become a good writer too and one day, she finds out that her books have beenmovedout of thelibrarybya large cat namedSeiji Amasawawho might be her soulmate.
9. Ponyo (2008)
Ponyois an underwaterprincesswho befriends a human namedSosuke.Sosuke names her Ponyo and as theirfriendshipgrows, Ponyo wishes to become morehuman–likeand wishes to live on the surface rather than underwater. Ponyo’s father takes her back to where she belongs but she still breaks free and endangersSosuke’s neighborhood.
8. Nausicaa Valley Of The Wind (1984)
Far in the future after theapocalyptic conflicthas left a deepimpacton the ecosystem of humans. The remaining humans live in a bad environment more like a toxic jungle.
Our main character Nausicaa lives in an aridvalleyand cancommunicatewith giant insects that live in the toxic jungle. Under the guidance ofLord Yupa, Nausicaa helps to bring peace, harmony, and ahealthy environmentto the ecosystem.
7. My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
Satsukeand her younger sister, Mei shift into anold country housewith their father and ill mother. As both sisters wait for their mother to recover from the illness near an area, they befriend aplayful cutespirit in their home. That spirit is known asTotorowho helps these kids adapt to newenvironmentsand even during toughtimes. The overall story is so wholesome that it will warm up your heart! Trust me.
6. Princess Mononoke (1997)
The story is set in theMuromachiperiod in Japan, it also includes somefantasyelements.The story revolves around a youngEmishi Princewho struggles between gods and humans consumingforests‘resources.
5. Laputa: Castle In The Sky (1986)
Castle in the Sky revolves around the young orphan,Sheeta,and her kidnapperCol. Musaka.As they are flying to the military prison they are attacked by a gang of air pirates. Sheeta wears a crystal around her neck and while she was escaping the mid-air collision, she meets another orphan boy,Pazu,and joins forces with him. In this way, both orphans fly throughout this magical city.
4. Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Grave of the Fireflies is a movie that helps usrealizetheworthof those who aredearto us. The story revolves around two siblings that are surviving thefirebombingof America duringWorld War II.We can see both these siblings relying on each other during the toughest times and it’s just so heartbreaking.
3. Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989)
The story of Kiki’s Delivery Service revolves around a young girl who has to become a full-timewitch.She flies around the city and delivers different types of things with her black catJiji.Kiki provides excellent services of delivering things on time as she finds her place in the world.
2. Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)
Who wouldn’t like a handsome prince hanging out with them? Our Main Character from Howl’s Moving Castle is living our dream life!
Sophiehas an unexciting life and works at her late father’shatshop. But her unexciting life changes as she meets a wizardHowlwhose castle moves in thesky.
However, the witch of waste,Laurenhas some issues with their friendship and casts a spell onyoungSophie. The spell leads her to become old and wrinkly but that doesn’t stop theirfriendship.
1. Spirited Away (2001)
Chihirois a 10-year-old girl who stumbles upon anabandoned amusem*ntpark with her parents. Her parents suddenly turn into giantpigs.Chihiro meets themysteriousHaku who explains that thecreatureshere need some time from therealmof earth and how Chihiro has to work there in order to free her parents and herself.
Conclusion
These were some of the BEST Studio Ghibli Movies (Ranked), I hope you guys enjoyed reading this blog. And these movies will honestly melt your heart in winter and refresh your brain in summer! Do not miss out on such aesthetically pleasing movies! Do let us know in the comments about your favorite Studio Ghibli movie! And we also have a list for anime movies released recently! Better check them out too!
