Voices of a Distant Star (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2002, Voices of a Distant Star is an animation, romance and science fiction film directed by Makoto Shinkai, running about 25 minutes. “A love story that transcends time and space...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It is 2046 when a mysterious alien force begins their annihilation of the human race. Leaving behind the one person she loves, Mikako joins the interstellar battle as a pilot. And so - while Mikako risks her life to save mankind - Noboru waits. The two lovers, worlds apart, desperately strive to remain connected as the gap between them widens at a frightening pace.
Who’s in it. Voices of a Distant Star stars Makoto Shinkai as Noboru Terao (voice), Chihiro Suzuki as Noboru Terao (voice), Mika Shinohara as Mikako Nagamine (voice) and Donna Burke as Operator of the Lysithea (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Voices of a Distant Star has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In IN you can stream it on Sony Liv and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Voices of a Distant Star page.
If you liked it. Fans of Voices of a Distant Star tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Voices of a Distant Star (2002)?
- In IN, Voices of a Distant Star is available to stream on Sony Liv and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Voices of a Distant Star worth watching?
- Voices of a Distant Star holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, romance and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Voices of a Distant Star?
- Voices of a Distant Star stars Makoto Shinkai, Chihiro Suzuki, Mika Shinohara and Donna Burke.
- When was Voices of a Distant Star released?
- Voices of a Distant Star was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.