Shelter (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2016, Shelter is a fantasy, animation and music film directed by Toshifumi Akai, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Shelter tells the story of Rin, a 17-year-old girl who lives her life inside of a futuristic simulation completely by herself in infinite, beautiful loneliness. Each day, Rin awakens in virtual reality and uses a tablet which controls the simulation to create a new, different, beautiful world for herself. Until one day, everything changes, and Rin comes to learn the true origins behind her life inside a simulation.
Who’s in it. Shelter stars Sachika Misawa as Rin (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Shelter 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 Shelter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shelter 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 Shelter (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shelter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shelter worth watching?
- Shelter holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, animation and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Shelter?
- Shelter stars Sachika Misawa.
- When was Shelter released?
- Shelter was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.