The love for animes is growing exponentially as time passes. Gone are the days when animes used to focus on teens and children as their target audience. Today, the shows are made for everyone, and creators make sure that everyone in the family relates to the show and loves the content. But sometimes it gets really difficult to select the right anime show to watch with the family as there are lots of shows available in our surroundings, and some of them can’t just fit for everyone to watch. So, we have decided to help you in this regard. In this article, we will help you select the perfect anime movies to watch with your family. After reading this article, we are sure that you will end up choosing a perfect anime movie for yourself and your family.
Before moving further, we want to make sure that this article is solely based on the author’s own preferences, and we can’t guarantee the universal acceptance of this list. Some of the anime movies that you love may not be made in the ranking; however, we again want to confirm that this is not a ranked list. So, let’s get started.
7. Professor Layton and the Eternal Diva
This animated movie can be your perfect choice to chill with your family. From the storyline to the characters, everything is sweet and simplistic. The story is based on a famous singer, Janice Quatlane, who claims to be the reincarnation of her good friend, Melina. Her professor helped her to find out the real truth and her journey is truly remarkable and sweet. You will find many heartwarming moments and jokes that will surely make the moment chill and relaxing.
6. Spirited Away
This movie gets quite famous lately. Spirited Away might be based on ghosts and spirits, but it’s not something that will scare you instead, you will majorly feel it as a classical story. The story of this movie is based on Chihiro, whose parents turn into pigs, and the demons, spirits started to appear before her. Now, it is all up to Chihiro to find a way to turn her parents into humans again, but how she will do this? Well, you have to watch this to find the answers.
5. Ponyo
Ponyo is a very famous animated movie based on struggles and magic. The best part of the movie is that it shows us the perspective of a goldfish who wish to become human. Later, it was revealed that the fish is the daughter of a Wizard and the Goddess of the Sea. Later in the film, Sosuke, a major character in the film helps her to become human however her father creates a strong hurdle to oppose her wish. The movie is truly a masterpiece, and you should definitely watch this movie with your family.
4. From Up On Poppy Hill
Even though this movie was released back in 2011, the fans still love this movie, and you should definitely watch this masterpiece with your family. The story of this film is based on a 16-year-old student Umi Matsuzaki. As her mother lives out of the country(In the USA), she has to watch over her family alone, and her life is quite hectic. At a later point, another prominent character of the movie, Shun, entered the movie, and the life of Umi changed forever. The movie begins after this point, and many scenarios happen after one another. This movie is something you shouldn’t miss.
3. My Neighbor Totoro
This heartwarming and cute film is not a miss either. Based on the life of professor Tatsuo who shifted his daughters to their new home near the hospital. There, they witnessed a spirit that was friendly, so they decided to name it Totoro. Now, the anime is all about the journey of those two daughters with the spirit. What will unfold? How did their adventure finally become? The story arises so many questions for fans to find the answers, but the movie beautifully explains the adventure of those sisters and all the answers in a beautiful manner.
2. When Marnie Was There
A psychological drama film by the expert animation studio, Studio Ghibli. The movie doesn’t disappoint the fans when it comes to storyline and visuals. The story begins with Anna Sasaki, who got an asthma attack in between classes and her teacher suggested she find an open place. Later, her parents decided to spend the vacations in a rural side village where the air is fresh and clean. Later, another major character arrives in the movie, and certain events unfold. This movie is definitely a must-watch if you are looking for something great to watch this summer.
1. Howl’s Moving Castle
This movie may release in 2004, but still, its visuals look quite refreshing. The movie is based on Wizards and the magical stuff. The major protagonist of the series Howl, a professional wizard, met with a witch who transformed her into a 19 years old woman. Now, she begins her journey to find out about the break of the curse. She must find a way to turn herself into old conditions, but her journey will not be easy as it sounds. How will her adventure unfold? You will find your answer when you watch the film.
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