Grave of the Fireflies
火垂るの墓
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.
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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video.
Trailers and promos
Ghibli Fest 2025 Trailer [Subtitled]
Official Netflix Trailer
Studio Ghibli Fest 2018 Trailer
When they lost everything, all they kept was each other. [Subtitled]
Clip: “You’re rich!” [Subtitled]
Setsuko eats fruit drops. [Subtitled]
Isao Takahata on Grave of The Fireflies (English Subtitled)
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Frequently asked questions about Grave of the Fireflies
Where can I watch Grave of the Fireflies in the United States?
Grave of the Fireflies is available to stream on Netflix in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Grave of the Fireflies on Netflix?
Yes. Grave of the Fireflies is streaming on Netflix in the United States.
Can I watch Grave of the Fireflies for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Grave of the Fireflies needs a subscription to Netflix, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
What are the ratings for Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies scores 8.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies stars Tsutomu Tatsumi, Ayano Shiraishi, Yoshiko Shinohara, Akemi Yamaguchi, and Masayo Sakai. Isao Takahata is the director.
How long is Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies runs 1h 29m (89 minutes).
When did Grave of the Fireflies come out?
Grave of the Fireflies was released on April 16, 1988.
Which studio made Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies was produced by Studio Ghibli in Japan.
What was the budget for Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies was made on a budget of $3,700,000.
How much did Grave of the Fireflies make at the box office?
Grave of the Fireflies grossed $842,132 worldwide, against a budget of $3,700,000.
What language is Grave of the Fireflies in?
Grave of the Fireflies is in Japanese, and its original title is 火垂るの墓.
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