Mole's Adventure (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1958, Mole's Adventure is an animation film directed by Hiroshi Washizumi, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. The short film is the earliest surviving Japanese anime broadcast on television. Originally airing on July 14, 1958, on NTV and again on October 15, 1958, the nine-minute animation was the first televised Japanese animation and the first example of a full color broadcast.
Who’s in it. Mole's Adventure stars Sonomi Nakajima.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Mole's Adventure has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mole's Adventure page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mole's Adventure tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mole's Adventure (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mole's Adventure change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mole's Adventure worth watching?
- Mole's Adventure holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mole's Adventure?
- Mole's Adventure stars Sonomi Nakajima.
- When was Mole's Adventure released?
- Mole's Adventure was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.