Hotarubi no Mori e (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 8.3
Released in 2011, Hotarubi no Mori e is a fantasy, animation and romance film directed by Takahiro Omori, running about 45 minutes.
What it’s about. One hot summer day a little girl gets lost in an enchanted forest of the mountain god where spirits reside. A young boy appears before her, but she cannot touch him for fear of making him disappear. And so a wondrous adventure awaits...
Who’s in it. Hotarubi no Mori e stars Koki Uchiyama as Gin (voice), Shinpachi Tsuji as Hotaru's Grandfather (voice), Ayane Sakura as Hotaru Takegawa (voice) and Hayato Taya as Ryouta (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Hotarubi no Mori e sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hotarubi no Mori e page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hotarubi no Mori e tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hotarubi no Mori e (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hotarubi no Mori e change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hotarubi no Mori e worth watching?
- Hotarubi no Mori e holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, animation and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hotarubi no Mori e?
- Hotarubi no Mori e stars Koki Uchiyama, Shinpachi Tsuji, Ayane Sakura, Hayato Taya and Izumi Sawada.
- When was Hotarubi no Mori e released?
- Hotarubi no Mori e was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.