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宮崎駿

Actor

宮崎駿

  • Born: 5 January 1941, Tokyo, Japan
  • Estimated net worth: 50 million USD

宮崎駿 is a renowned Japanese film director, producer, screenwriter, and co-founder of Studio Ghibli. He is best known for his animated films like 'My Neighbor Totoro', 'Spirited Away', and 'Princess Mononoke'. His unique storytelling and artistic style have…

About 宮崎駿

宮崎駿 is a renowned Japanese film director, producer, screenwriter, and co-founder of Studio Ghibli. He is best known for his animated films like 'My Neighbor Totoro', 'Spirited Away', and 'Princess Mononoke'. His unique storytelling and artistic style have earned him a legendary status in animation, often featuring strong female protagonists and environmental themes.

Born
5 January 1941, Tokyo, Japan
Known for
Directing
Height
5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
Spouses
Akemi Takada (1967-present)
Children
2 children, Ghibli Studio co-founder Toshio Suzuki and animator Katsuya Kondo
Parents
Yoshiko Miyazaki, Shinjiro Miyazaki
Estimated net worth
50 million USD

Fun facts about 宮崎駿

  • Miyazaki's film 'Spirited Away' won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2003.
  • He is known for hand-drawing all of his films, a practice that has become increasingly rare in the digital age.

Famous 宮崎駿 quotes

“You can’t sit around and wait for someone to come and rescue you.”
Castle in the Sky, 1986
“In our society, letting others find their own way is a very important thing.”
Spirited Away, 2001
“The creation of a single world comes from a huge number of fragments and chaos.”
Howl's Moving Castle, 2004

宮崎駿 filmography

Cast (54)

Show 44 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2013Miwa: A Japanese Icon MovieSelf6.3
2012Giant God Warrior Appears in Tokyo MovieGiant Robot (voice)6.6
2011Ghibli Landscapes - A Journey to Encounter Directors Isao Takahata and Hayao Miyazaki's Starting Point MovieSelf
2011A Hedgehog Came Out of the Fog MovieUnknown character
2011Poppy Hill - 300 Days of War Between Father and Son MovieSelf7.5
2011Kurosawa's Way MovieSelf5.8
2011Japanese Cinema: New Territories MovieSelf
2010Inside Ghibli's Creation: 400 Days of Clash Between Hayao Miyazaki and The New Director MovieSelf9.0
2010Ghibli's Bookshelf Movieself
2009How Ponyo Was Born: Hayao Miyazaki's Thought Process MovieSelf8.0
2009Professional Special: Director Miyazaki Hayao MovieSelf
200825th Anniversary Studio Ghibli Concert MovieSelf - Filmmaker9.3
2008NEWS ZERO Spinoff: "Ponyo on the Cliff" Close-Up! Five Genius Craftmen MovieSelf
2008Ghibli Scenery: A Journey to Japan Painted in Miyazaki’s Works MovieUnknown character
2007A Ghibli Artisan - Kazuo Oga Exhibition - The One Who Drew Totoro's Forest MovieSelf6.0
2006The Work of Toshio Suzuki Don't Believe in Myself, I Believe in People MovieSelf
2006Professional: Shigoto no ryûgi TVSelf8.0
2005Hayao Miyazaki and the Ghibli Museum MovieSelf8.0
2005Ghibli and The Miyazaki Mystery MovieSelf - Interviewee6.9
2004Hayao Miyazaki Produces a CD MovieSelf10.0
2004Yasuo Ōtsuka's Joy in Motion MovieSelf
2004Princess Mononoke: Making of a Masterpiece MovieSelf7.0
2003The Birth of Studio Ghibli MovieUnknown character
2003Lasseter-san, Thank You MovieSelf
2003The Art of 'Spirited Away' MovieSelf8.2
2002"The Ornithopter Story: Fly, Hiyodori Tengu!" MovieSelf6.5
2002Imaginary Flying Machines MovieLe cochon6.4
2002Mei and the Kittenbus MovieTotoro (voice)7.2
2002The Cat Returns - Making of MovieSelf7.8
2001The Birth of "Princess Mononoke" Part 2: Life Has Been Breathed Into It! MovieSelf10.0
2001Princess Mononoke in the U.S.A. MovieSelf9.7
2001The Birth of "Princess Mononoke" Part 3: The Day The Record Was Broken MovieSelf9.5
2001The Birth of "Princess Mononoke" Part 1: A Drama on Paper MovieSelf9.0
2001The Nippon Television Special of Spirited Away MovieSelf10.0
2000Super TV: Frontline Information 15 Months of Exclusive Coverage! The Secret Behind "My Neighbors the Yamadas" MovieUnknown character
1998The World, The Journey Of My Heart - Traveler: Animation Film Director Hayao Miyazaki MovieSelf9.0
1998How Ghibli Was Born MovieSelf6.0
1994Manga! MovieSelf7.0
1993In Love With and Living Within Movies - Akira Kurosawa and Hayao Miyazaki MovieSelf10.0
1991The Making of Only Yesterday MovieSelf10.0
TBAThe Professionals TVSelf
TBA吉卜力工作室完整特别短片合辑1992-2016 Movie导演
TBA宮崎駿 引退宣言 知られざる物語 MovieUnknown character
TBA宮崎駿スペシャル 「風立ちぬ」1000日の記録 MovieUnknown character

Crew (195)

YearTitleRoleRating
2026The Story of Yanagawa Waterways MovieExecutive Producer · Production
2024Sherlock Hound: The Movie MovieStoryboard · Writing8.0
2024Sherlock Hound: The Movie MovieDirector · Directing8.0
2024Stage 『Spirited Away』 MovieOriginal Story · Writing
2023The Boy and the Heron MovieScreenplay · Writing7.4
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YearTitleRoleRating
2023The Boy and the Heron MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.4
2023The Boy and the Heron MovieOriginal Story · Writing7.4
2023The Boy and the Heron MovieDirector · Directing7.4
2023Spirited Away: Live on Stage MovieOriginal Story · Writing8.0
2018Boro the Caterpillar MovieExecutive Producer · Production7.1
2018Boro the Caterpillar MovieWriter · Writing7.1
2018Boro the Caterpillar MovieDirector · Directing7.1
2018Boro the Caterpillar MovieOriginal Story · Writing7.1
2018Boro the Caterpillar MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.1
2017Mary and The Witch's Flower MovieThanks · Crew7.2
2015Avengers: Age of Ultron MovieThanks · Crew7.3
2014Japan Animator Expo TVTitle Designer · Art7.1
2013The Wind Rises MovieComic Book · Writing7.8
2013The Wind Rises MovieScreenplay · Writing7.8
2013The Wind Rises MovieOriginal Story · Writing7.8
2013The Wind Rises MovieDirector · Directing7.8
2012Giant God Warrior Appears in Tokyo MovieCharacter Designer · Visual Effects6.6
2012Giant God Warrior Appears in Tokyo MovieCharacters · Writing6.6
2012La luna MovieThanks · Crew7.8
2011From Up on Poppy Hill MovieScreenplay · Writing7.5
2011Treasure Hunting MovieScreenplay · Writing7.3
2011Treasure Hunting MovieDirector · Directing7.3
2010Mr. Dough and the Egg Princess MovieWriter · Writing6.9
2010Mr. Dough and the Egg Princess MovieDirector · Directing6.9
2010Arrietty MovieScreenplay · Writing7.7
2010Arrietty MovieOther · Production7.7
2010Toy Story 3 MovieThanks · Crew7.8
2010A Sumo Wrestler's Tail MovieScreenplay · Writing7.0
2008The Theory of Evolution MovieDirector of Operations · Production7.0
2008Ponyo MovieDirector · Directing7.8
2008Ponyo MovieWriter · Writing7.8
2007The Pixar Story MovieThanks · Crew7.5
2007Madaran's World MovieDirector · Directing6.5
2007Madaran's World MovieScreenplay · Writing6.5
2007Madaran's World MovieStoryboard Artist · Art6.5
2007Madaran's World MovieDirector of Operations · Production6.5
2006Tales from Earthsea MovieOriginal Story · Writing6.5
2006Mon Mon the Water Spider MovieProducer · Production7.1
2006Mon Mon the Water Spider MovieDirector · Directing7.1
2006Mon Mon the Water Spider MovieWriter · Writing7.1
2006The Day I Bought a Star MovieDirector · Directing7.8
2006The Day I Bought a Star MovieScreenplay · Writing7.8
2006House Hunting MovieWriter · Writing6.7
2006House Hunting MovieDirector · Directing6.7
2006House Hunting MovieProducer · Production6.7
2004Howl's Moving Castle MovieDirector · Directing8.4
2004Howl's Moving Castle MovieScreenplay · Writing8.4
2004Howl's Moving Castle MovieExecutive Producer · Production8.4
2002Piyopiyo Baba MovieDirector of Operations · Production7.0
2002Piyopiyo Baba MovieCharacters · Writing7.0
2002Piyopiyo Baba MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.0
2002Piyopiyo Baba MovieScreenplay · Writing7.0
2002Piyopiyo Baba MovieDirector · Directing7.0
2002Bobo-kun MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.2
2002Bobo-kun MovieScreenplay · Writing7.2
2002Bobo-kun MovieDirector of Operations · Production7.2
2002Bobo-kun MovieDirector · Directing7.2
2002Tacolator MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.5
2002Tacolator MovieDirector of Operations · Production7.5
2002Tacolator MovieScreenplay · Writing7.5
2002Tacolator MovieDirector · Directing7.5
2002The Invention of Imaginary Machines of Destruction MovieAuthor · Writing7.0
2002Imaginary Flying Machines MovieOriginal Story · Writing6.4
2002Imaginary Flying Machines MovieScreenplay · Writing6.4
2002Imaginary Flying Machines MovieDirector · Directing6.4
2002Mei and the Kittenbus MovieDirector · Directing7.2
2002Mei and the Kittenbus MovieOriginal Story · Writing7.2
2002Mei and the Kittenbus MovieWriter · Writing7.2
2002The Cat Returns MovieOriginal Concept · Writing7.1
2002The Cat Returns MovieProduction Coordinator · Production7.1
2002Koro's Big Day Out MovieDirector · Directing7.4
2002Koro's Big Day Out MovieWriter · Writing7.4
2002The Invention of Imaginary Machines of Destruction - First Storyboards, in Motion Short Director MovieOriginal Story · Writing
2001The Whale Hunt MovieWriter · Writing7.4
2001The Whale Hunt MovieDirector · Directing7.4
2001The Fish of the Fish MovieDirector of Operations · Production7.5
2001The Fish of the Fish MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.5
2001The Fish of the Fish MovieDirector · Directing7.5
2001The Fish of the Fish MovieScreenplay · Writing7.5
2001A Splendid Dance MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.5
2001A Splendid Dance MovieScreenplay · Writing7.5
2001A Splendid Dance MovieDirector · Directing7.5
2001A Splendid Dance MovieDirector of Operations · Production7.5
2001Rambutan Adventures MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.5
2001Rambutan Adventures MovieDirector of Operations · Production7.5
2001Rambutan Adventures MovieScreenplay · Writing7.5
2001Rambutan Adventures MovieDirector · Directing7.5
2001Spirited Away MovieDirector · Directing8.5
2001Spirited Away MovieOriginal Story · Writing8.5
2001Spirited Away MovieScreenplay · Writing8.5
1999Future Boy Conan II: Taiga Adventure TVWriter · Writing
1997Princess Mononoke MovieScreenplay · Writing8.3
1997Princess Mononoke MovieOriginal Story · Writing8.3
1997Princess Mononoke MovieDirector · Directing8.3
1995Whisper of the Heart MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.9
1995Whisper of the Heart MovieScreenplay · Writing7.9
1995Lupin the Third: Greatest Capers MovieDirector · Directing6.6
1995Lupin the Third: Greatest Capers MovieStoryboard Artist · Art6.6
1995Lupin the Third: Greatest Capers MovieWriter · Writing6.6
1994Pom Poko MovieExecutive Producer · Production7.2
1992Everything Ghibli Special Short Shorts TVCreator · Creator10.0
1992Porco Rosso MovieOriginal Story · Writing7.8
1992Porco Rosso MovieDirector · Directing7.8
1992Porco Rosso MovieComic Book · Writing7.8
1992Porco Rosso MovieScreenplay · Writing7.8
1991Only Yesterday MovieOther · Production7.4
1991Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story II MovieScreenplay · Writing
1991Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story II MovieStory · Writing
1991Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story I MovieStory · Writing
1991Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story I MovieScreenplay · Writing
1991Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story III MovieScreenplay · Writing
1991Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story III MovieStory · Writing
1990Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water TVScreenplay · Writing7.4
1990Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water TVStory · Writing7.4
1989Kiki's Delivery Service MovieProducer · Production7.8
1989Kiki's Delivery Service MovieDirector · Directing7.8
1989Kiki's Delivery Service MovieScreenplay · Writing7.8
1989Red Crow and the Ghost Ship MovieConceptual Design · Art7.0
1989Red Crow and the Ghost Ship MovieMechanical Designer · Visual Effects7.0
1988My Neighbor Totoro MovieDirector · Directing8.1
1988My Neighbor Totoro MovieScreenplay · Writing8.1
1988My Neighbor Totoro MovieOriginal Story · Writing8.1
1986Castle in the Sky MovieScreenplay · Writing8.0
1986Castle in the Sky MovieDirector · Directing8.0
1986Castle in the Sky MovieOriginal Story · Writing8.0
1986Sherlock Hound: Mrs. Hudson Is Taken Hostage / The White Cliffs of Dover MovieDirector · Directing10.0
1984Sherlock Hound TVDirector · Directing7.1
1984Sherlock Hound TVStoryboard Artist · Art7.1
1984Sherlock Hound TVWriter · Writing7.1
1984Warriors of the Wind MovieOriginal Story · Writing7.9
1984Warriors of the Wind MovieDirector · Directing7.9
1984Warriors of the Wind MovieCharacter Designer · Visual Effects7.9
1984Warriors of the Wind MovieScreenplay · Writing7.9
1984Sherlock Hound: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle / Treasure Under the Sea MovieDirector · Directing6.9
1984Future Boy Conan: The Big Giant Robot's Resurrection MovieCharacter Designer · Visual Effects6.1
1984Future Boy Conan: The Big Giant Robot's Resurrection MovieDirector · Directing6.1
1980The New Adventures of Gigantor TVKey Animation · Visual Effects7.2
19803000 Leagues in Search of Mother: The Movie MovieContinuity · Directing7.4
19803000 Leagues in Search of Mother: The Movie MovieLayout Supervisor · Visual Effects7.4
1979Future Boy Conan MovieMechanical Designer · Visual Effects7.6
1979Future Boy Conan MovieCharacter Designer · Visual Effects7.6
1979Future Boy Conan MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.6
1979The Castle of Cagliostro MovieDirector · Directing7.5
1979The Castle of Cagliostro MovieScreenplay · Writing7.5
1979The Castle of Cagliostro MovieStoryboard Artist · Art7.5
1979Anne of Green Gables TVOther · Art7.5
1979Anne of Green Gables TVLayout · Directing7.5
1978Future Boy Conan TVStoryboard Artist · Art8.4
1978Future Boy Conan TVCharacter Designer · Visual Effects8.4
1978Future Boy Conan TVMechanical Designer · Visual Effects8.4
1978Future Boy Conan TVSeries Director · Directing8.4
1978Future Boy Conan TVDirector · Directing8.4
1977Tenguri, Boy of the Plains MovieLayout · Directing5.5
1977Tenguri, Boy of the Plains MovieKey Animation · Visual Effects5.5
19763000 Leagues in Search of Mother TVAnimation · Visual Effects7.7
19763000 Leagues in Search of Mother TVArt Direction · Art7.7
1974Heidi: Girl of the Alps TVLayout · Directing7.4
1973Panda! Go Panda!: Rainy Day Circus MovieKey Animation · Visual Effects6.4
1973Panda! Go Panda!: Rainy Day Circus MovieScreenplay · Writing6.4
1973Panda! Go Panda!: Rainy Day Circus MovieOriginal Story · Writing6.4
1973Panda! Go Panda!: Rainy Day Circus MovieWriter · Writing6.4
1973Jungle Kurobee TVCharacter Designer · Visual Effects
1972Yuki's Sun MovieDirector · Directing5.9
1972Yuki's Sun MovieStoryboard Artist · Art5.9
1972Yuki's Sun MovieAnimation · Visual Effects5.9
1972Panda! Go Panda! MovieKey Animation · Visual Effects6.3
1972Panda! Go Panda! MovieScreenplay · Writing6.3
1972Panda! Go Panda! MovieOriginal Story · Writing6.3
1972Panda! Go Panda! MovieConcept Artist · Art7.8
1972Panda! Go Panda! MovieScreenplay · Writing7.8
1971Lupin the 3rd TVStoryboard Artist · Art8.0
1971Lupin the 3rd TVKey Animation · Visual Effects8.0
1971Lupin the 3rd TVDirector · Directing8.0
1971Lupin the 3rd TVWriter · Writing8.0
1971Lupin the 3rd TVSeries Director · Directing8.0
1971Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves MovieStoryboard Artist · Art6.1
1971Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves MovieKey Animation · Visual Effects6.1
1971Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves MovieScreenplay · Writing6.1
1971Animal Treasure Island MovieAdditional Writing · Crew6.3
1971Animal Treasure Island MovieKey Animation · Visual Effects6.3
1969Flying Phantom Ship MovieCharacter Designer · Visual Effects6.2
1969Flying Phantom Ship MovieAnimation · Visual Effects6.2
1969The Wonderful World of Puss 'n Boots MovieKey Animation · Visual Effects7.0
1968Horus: Prince of the Sun MovieAnimation · Visual Effects6.4
1966Rainbow Sentai Robin TVAnimation · Visual Effects
1965Gulliver's Travels Beyond the Moon MovieAnimation · Visual Effects6.3
1965Gulliver's Travels Beyond the Moon MovieAdditional Writing · Crew6.3
1963Doggie March MovieAnimation · Visual Effects6.5
TBAHayao Miyazaki's Unreleased Film MovieScreenplay · Writing
TBAHayao Miyazaki's Unreleased Film MovieDirector · Directing

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Questions about 宮崎駿

What are some highlights of Miyazaki's career?

Miyazaki's career highlights include directing critically acclaimed films such as 'Spirited Away', which won an Academy Award, and 'My Neighbor Totoro', which has become a cultural icon.

Has Miyazaki won any major awards?

Yes, Miyazaki has received numerous awards, including an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature for 'Spirited Away' and the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival.

What was Miyazaki's first film?

Miyazaki's first film as a director was 'The Castle of Cagliostro' in 1979, which marked the beginning of his illustrious career in animation.

Which of Miyazaki's films are the most successful?

Miyazaki's most successful films include 'Spirited Away', which grossed over $400 million worldwide, and 'Howl's Moving Castle', which also achieved significant box office success.

What is known about Miyazaki's personal life?

Miyazaki is known to keep his personal life private, but he has two sons and has been married to Akemi Takada since 1967.

What is Miyazaki's estimated net worth?

Miyazaki's estimated net worth is approximately 50 million USD, largely due to his successful career in animation and film production.

What are some milestones in Miyazaki's filmography?

Milestones in Miyazaki's filmography include founding Studio Ghibli in 1985, directing 'Princess Mononoke' in 1997, and receiving an Honorary Academy Award in 2014.

What themes are common in Miyazaki's films?

Common themes in Miyazaki's films include environmentalism, pacifism, and the exploration of childhood, often with strong female protagonists at the center of the story.