Momotaro's Sea Eagles (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1943, Momotaro's Sea Eagles is an animation and fantasy film directed by Mitsuyo Seo, running about 37 minutes.
What it’s about. Considered the first animated feature film from Japan. Although it's short, it was billed as a main attraction. This government funded propaganda film features the classic folklore character Momotaro and his animal friends as they attack Pearl Harbor which is defended by characters strikingly similar to Bluto and Olive Oil from the Popeye cartoons. The animation is mixed with real video footage from the attack on Pearl Harbor supplied by the military.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Momotaro's Sea Eagles 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 Momotaro's Sea Eagles page.
If you liked it. Fans of Momotaro's Sea Eagles tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Momotaro's Sea Eagles (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Momotaro's Sea Eagles change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Momotaro's Sea Eagles worth watching?
- Momotaro's Sea Eagles holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Momotaro's Sea Eagles released?
- Momotaro's Sea Eagles was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 37 minutes.