Ponyo
Welcome to a world where anything is possible.
Overview
When Sosuke, a young boy who lives on a clifftop overlooking the sea, rescues a stranded goldfish named Ponyo, he discovers more than he bargained for. Ponyo is a curious, energetic young creature who yearns to be human, but even as she causes chaos around the house, her father, a powerful sorcerer, schemes to return Ponyo to the sea.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Based on a Japanese fairy tale called 'The Fish-Dragon's Palace', Ponyo is deeply rooted in Japanese folklore. The movie also features references to Shintoism, a native Japanese religion.
- Stunning animation by Studio Ghibli, known for their detailed and visually captivating work.
- A heartwarming story about friendship between a human boy and a magical fish-girl, Ponyo.
- Explores themes of love, responsibility, and the relationship between humans and nature in a unique and imaginative way.
- Containes humor and adventure suitable for both children and adults.
Fun Facts
- Hayao Miyazaki, the director of Ponyo, based Ponyo on his real-life granddaughter.
- The character Fujimoto is voiced by Liam Neeson in the English dub, but was originally voiced by Toshio Suzuki, the president of Studio Ghibli, in the Japanese version.
- In one scene, Ponyo's transformation into a human involves her gaining multiple limbs and eyes in rapid succession, which is reminiscent of a popular meme 'Ponyo with Too Many Limbs'.
Available Languages
English
US
Title: Ponyo
"Welcome to a world where anything is possible."
Deutsch
DE
Title: Ponyo - Das große Abenteuer am Meer
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日本語
JP
Title:
"生まれてきてよかった。"
Dansk
DK
Title: Ponyo på klippen ved havet
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Italiano
IT
Title: Ponyo sulla scogliera
"Benvenuto in un mondo dove tutto è possibile."
Français
FR
Title: Ponyo sur la falaise
"Bienvenue dans un monde où tout est possible."
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Media
Trailer
15th Anniversary Trailer
Teaser
15th Anniversary Spot
Clip
Ponyo and Sōsuke Eat Ramen