The Boy Who Saw the Wind (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 7

The Boy Who Saw the Wind poster

Released in 2000, The Boy Who Saw the Wind is a fantasy, adventure, family and animation film directed by Kazuki Ōmori, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Amon is a boy who can control the wind. Branik, ruler of the Empire of the Golden Snake, wants Amon's power to complete the ultimate weapon and sends his troops to capture the boy. Amon, using his talents, manages to runs away with Maria, one of the People of the Sea. Together, they try to stop the Empire of the Golden Snake from destroying and conquering everything.

Who’s in it. The Boy Who Saw the Wind stars Yumi Adachi as Amon (voice), Aki Maeda as Maria (voice), Keiko Toda as Lucia (voice) and Takashi Naito as Branik (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Boy Who Saw the Wind has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boy Who Saw the Wind page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Boy Who Saw the Wind 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 The Boy Who Saw the Wind (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy Who Saw the Wind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Boy Who Saw the Wind worth watching?
The Boy Who Saw the Wind holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Boy Who Saw the Wind?
The Boy Who Saw the Wind stars Yumi Adachi, Aki Maeda, Keiko Toda, Takashi Naito and Daijirō Harada.
When was The Boy Who Saw the Wind released?
The Boy Who Saw the Wind was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.