When was Spirited Away released in Japan?
Spirited Away was released theatrically in Japan on the 20th of July 2001 by distributor Toho. It grossed 1.6 billion yen in its first three days, breaking the record previously held by Princess Mononoke.
Questions about Spirited Away
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Did Spirited Away win an Academy Award?
Spirited Away won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature at the 75th Academy Awards in 2003. It was the first hand-drawn, non-English-language animated film to win the award.
Who directed and wrote Spirited Away?
Spirited Away was written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Toshio Suzuki. The film was animated by Studio Ghibli and distributed in Japan by Toho.
What was the budget for Spirited Away?
Production of Spirited Away began in February 2000 with a budget of approximately fifteen million US dollars. Disney contributed ten percent of the budget in exchange for the right of first refusal on North American distribution.
How long was Spirited Away the highest-grossing film in Japanese history?
Spirited Away held the record as the highest-grossing film in Japanese history for nineteen years. It was surpassed by Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Mugen Train in 2020.
Who composed the music for Spirited Away?
The film score was composed and conducted by Joe Hisaishi and performed by the New Japan Philharmonic. The closing song was written and performed by Youmi Kimura, a composer and lyre player from Osaka, with lyrics by her friend Wakako Kaku.