Imaginary Flying Machines (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5.7

Released in 2002, Imaginary Flying Machines is an animation film directed by Hayao Miyazaki, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Kuso no Sora Tobu Kikaitachi (Imaginary Flying Machines) is a 2002 Japanese animated short film produced by Studio Ghibli for their near exclusive use in the Ghibli Museum. It features director Hayao Miyazaki as the narrator, in the form of a humanoid pig, reminiscent of Porco from Porco Rosso, telling the story of flight and the many machines imagined to achieve it.
Who’s in it. Imaginary Flying Machines stars Hayao Miyazaki as Le cochon.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Imaginary Flying Machines has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Imaginary Flying Machines page.
If you liked it. Fans of Imaginary Flying Machines tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Imaginary Flying Machines (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Imaginary Flying Machines change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Imaginary Flying Machines worth watching?
- Imaginary Flying Machines holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Imaginary Flying Machines?
- Imaginary Flying Machines stars Hayao Miyazaki.
- When was Imaginary Flying Machines released?
- Imaginary Flying Machines was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.
