Gake no ue no Ponyo

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🟢 15/100
Total warning time: 2m 12s
Sex/Nudity: 🟢 10/100 (7s)
  • 🟢 10/100 [00:45:23 - 00:45:30] Brief scene with Ponyo in a nude, childlike form, non-sexualized.
Drug Use: 🟢 0/100 (0s)
Violence: 🟢 20/100 (2m 5s)
  • 🟢 10/100 [00:12:10 - 00:12:45] Mild peril as Ponyo is trapped in a jar.
  • 🟡 30/100 [01:05:30 - 01:07:00] Storm and waves scene with some intense moments, but no harm comes to characters.
Strong Language: 🟢 0/100 (0s)
Gake no ue no Ponyo
Year: 2008
Certificate: U
Runtime: 101 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
IMDB: 7.7
Meta Score: 86
Votes: 125317
Gross: 15,090,400
Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Stars: Cate Blanchett, Matt Damon, Liam Neeson, Tomoko Yamaguchi
Overview: A five-year-old boy develops a relationship with Ponyo, a young goldfish princess who longs to become a human after falling in love with him.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' (2008)?
A: 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' (2008), also known as 'Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea,' is a Japanese animated fantasy film directed by Hayao Miyazaki. The story follows a goldfish named Ponyo who desires to become human after forming a bond with a young boy named Sōsuke. The film explores themes of love, friendship, and the balance between nature and humanity.
Q: Who are the English voice actors in 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' (2008)?
A: The English dub of 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' (2008) features notable actors including Cate Blanchett as Granmamare, Matt Damon as Kōichi, Liam Neeson as Fujimoto, and Tomoko Yamaguchi as Lisa in the original Japanese version. The English version also includes Noah Cyrus as Ponyo and Frankie Jonas as Sōsuke.
Q: Is 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' (2008) suitable for children?
A: Yes, 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' (2008) is a family-friendly film suitable for children. It is rated G (General Audiences) and features a heartwarming story with vibrant animation, making it enjoyable for viewers of all ages.
Q: What is the significance of the title 'Gake no ue no Ponyo'?
A: The title 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' translates to 'Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea,' which refers to the setting where Sōsuke and Ponyo's story unfolds. The cliff symbolizes the boundary between the human world and the sea, highlighting the film's central theme of connection between different realms.
Q: Did 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' (2008) receive any awards or nominations?
A: Yes, 'Gake no ue no Ponyo' (2008) received several awards and nominations, including the Japan Academy Prize for Animation of the Year and the Animation Film Award at the Mainichi Film Awards. It was also nominated for the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.