Ponyo

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Ponyo

G

Released Aug 14, 2009

1h 40m

Adventure

Fantasy

Anime

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During a forbidden excursion to see the surface world, a goldfish princess encounters a human boy named Sosuke, who gives her the name Ponyo. Ponyo longs to become human, and as her friendship with Sosuke grows, she becomes more humanlike. Ponyo's father brings her back to their ocean kingdom, but so strong is Ponyo's wish to live on the surface that she breaks free, and in the process, spills a collection of magical elixirs that endanger Sosuke's village.

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Critics Consensus

While not Miyazaki's best film, Ponyo is a visually stunning fairy tale that's a sweetly poetic treat for children of all ages.

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Rafer Guzman

Newsday

Even when the film feels murky, Miyazaki's painterly eye keeps things afloat

Jul 6, 2010

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Nick De Semlyen

Empire Magazine

Miyazaki's back, and still a force of nature. A weird, wonderful aquatic romp, Ponyo is also a meditation on the state of this blue planet. Catch it.

Rated: 4/5

Feb 16, 2010

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David Jenkins

Time Out

We're drawn under the waves of the sea to a hidden enclave of neon-hued aqualife more vibrant, surreal and enchanting than any of the floating 3D whatsits in 'Avatar'.

Rated: 4/5

Feb 16, 2010

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Grant Watson

Fiction Machine

A thing of seemingly unending delight.

Rated: 9/10

Sep 28, 2024

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Michael Leader

Den of Geek

Ponyo, for the most part, is a beautiful, heartwarming piece that should bring a smile to anyone’s face, regardless of age.

Rated: 4/5

May 7, 2024

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Miyazaki represents the last animator still wholly dedicated to an art form that is slowly dying. Relish animated films like this while you can.

Rated: 4/4

Sep 4, 2023

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Marissa

This is such a wholesome movie. It’s relaxing and adorable. It’s great to see a film that incorporates all generations - kids, adults, and elders. It’s something we don’t see much of in the USA.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/26/25

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Anthony

Childhood favorite is a must-see on the big screen!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/25/25

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Alejandro

Like every Studio Ghibli film, it was fantastic to see it on the big screen the way it was supposed to be viewed.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

08/25/25

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lou

very beautiful movie! so much fun seeing it on the big screen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/25/25

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Rob

Such a fun and happy movie. One of Ghibli's best!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/25/25

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Jonathan

It's another fun Studio Ghibli effort with some serious undertones tucked away underneath. Kids could watch and enjoy, and so can their parents.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/25/25

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Synopsis

During a forbidden excursion to see the surface world, a goldfish princess encounters a human boy named Sosuke, who gives her the name Ponyo. Ponyo longs to become human, and as her friendship with Sosuke grows, she becomes more humanlike. Ponyo's father brings her back to their ocean kingdom, but so strong is Ponyo's wish to live on the surface that she breaks free, and in the process, spills a collection of magical elixirs that endanger Sosuke's village.

Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Producer: Toshio Suzuki
Screenwriter: Melissa Mathison, Hayao Miyazaki
Distributor: Walt Disney Pictures
Production Co: Studio Ghibli, Walt Disney Studios
Rating: G
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Anime
Original Language: Japanese
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 14, 2009, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Aug 3, 2024
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 16, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $15.1M
Runtime: 1h 40m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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