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7.6
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7.9

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tasha3
Critic Tasha Robinson
rated 9

...older kids and even adults are unlikely to get bored, thanks to the story’s unforced sweetness, giddy highs, and stunningly beautiful visuals. Even in the unspoiled Devonian, real life never looked this good.

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Per Steen Møller
rated 8

Ponyo is a beautiful anime for the entire family.Like a Japanese version of the little mermaid, Ponyo captures your heart in an engaging and heartwarming story.

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Cast & Crew

Hayao Miyazaki
Director
Tomoko Naraoka
As Yoshie (voice)
Yuki Amami
As Gran Mamare (voice)
Kazuko Yoshiyuki
As Toki (voice)
Tokie Hidari
As Kayo (voice)
Shirou Saitou
As (voice)
Akiko Yano
As Ponyo's Sister (voice)

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Ponyo, a curious and energetic young goldfish, yearns to be human and live on land with her friend Sosuke. When her father, a powerful sorcerer, tries to return her to the sea, Ponyo uses magic to become human and chaos ensues. A test is set for Sosuke to pass in order for Ponyo to remain human and restore balance to nature. Along the way, they encounter marine life from the Late Devonian period and people on boats. Will Sosuke pass the test and save Ponyo?

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Ponyo include Ratatouille, How to Train Your Dragon, Shrek Forever After, Coraline, Pinocchio, Puss 'N Boots.

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Ponyo was released in theaters on August 14, 2009.

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Ponyo was released for streaming on September 16, 2022.