Chocchan Monogatari (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1996, Chocchan Monogatari is a war, family and animation film directed by Hiroko Tokita, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. In pre-World War 2 Japan, Chocchan marries a violinist despite the objection from both of their families. They live in poverty, have three children and are happy together, able to face all misfortunes with a smile. However, a new obstacle to their happiness appears when the war breaks out and Chocchan's husband must leave for the front...
Who’s in it. Chocchan Monogatari stars Sumi Shimamoto, Hideyuki Tanaka, Sakiko Tamagawa and Minami Takayama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Chocchan Monogatari 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 Chocchan Monogatari page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chocchan Monogatari tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chocchan Monogatari (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chocchan Monogatari change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chocchan Monogatari worth watching?
- Chocchan Monogatari holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Chocchan Monogatari?
- Chocchan Monogatari stars Sumi Shimamoto, Hideyuki Tanaka, Sakiko Tamagawa, Minami Takayama and Mika Kanai.
- When was Chocchan Monogatari released?
- Chocchan Monogatari was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.