Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Two siblings cling to each other amidst wartime devastation, finding fleeting warmth in a world turned cold.
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.
How intense is Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies has light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch.
What Grave of the Fireflies feels like
- Tone
- bleakmelancholyheartwarming
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
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Is Grave of the Fireflies scary?
No. Grave of the Fireflies is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Grave of the Fireflies gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is Grave of the Fireflies sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
How long is Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies runs 1h 29m.
Where can I stream Grave of the Fireflies?
Grave of the Fireflies is streaming on Netflix.
Does Grave of the Fireflies have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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