Brave Story (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.2

Brave Story poster

Released in 2006, Brave Story is a fantasy, adventure, family and mystery film directed by Koichi Chigira, running about 112 minutes.

What it’s about. Jr. High School Student Wataru and his friends like playing in an abandond building and looking for ghosts. However it seems he is not the only one. Another mysterious student Mitsuru shows Wataru that there is a magical door to another world where one can go and get the Goddess of Fortune to grant one wish! When tragedy strikes Wataru's family he decides to open the door for himself.

Who’s in it. Brave Story stars Takako Matsu as Wataru Mitsuya (voice), Eiji Wentz as Mitsuru Ashikawa (voice), Miki Imai as Goddess of Destiny (voice) and Shirô Itô as Monk Rau (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Brave Story 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 Brave Story page.

If you liked it. Fans of Brave Story 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 Brave Story (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brave Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Brave Story worth watching?
Brave Story holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, family and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Brave Story?
Brave Story stars Takako Matsu, Eiji Wentz, Miki Imai, Shirô Itô and Ayako Kawasumi.
When was Brave Story released?
Brave Story was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.