Blazing Alpenrose (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1986, Blazing Alpenrose is an animation, drama and romance film directed by Hidehito Ueda, running about 160 minutes.

What it’s about. Two-part OVA that sumarizes the entire Alpen Rose TV series featuring a new dubbing and reworked scenes. While walking through the Swiss countryside, Randy finds a small girl who seems to be the only surviving person from an airplane crash. The little girl doesn't remember anything, so Randy decides to take care of her and names her Judy. Both of them go through their childhood together. A few years later, Judy, now 16 years old, wants to discover her past. With the help of Randy, she leaves to search for her origins. Her single clue is a song that she keeps hearing in her head, a song called Alpine Rose. In this time World War, these two young people will have to overcome many obstacles to reach their goal, while having only each other for comfort and support.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Blazing Alpenrose has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blazing Alpenrose page.

If you liked it. Fans of Blazing Alpenrose tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blazing Alpenrose (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blazing Alpenrose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blazing Alpenrose worth watching?
Blazing Alpenrose holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Blazing Alpenrose released?
Blazing Alpenrose was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.