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Warriors of the Wind (1984)

“Flee, fly, foe, fun! Here's an adventure for everyone.”

7.9/10 · 4,221 votes 1h 35m pg FantasyAdventureAnimation

#4 of 49 films from 1984 #66 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Hayao Miyazaki · Written by Hayao Miyazaki, Kazunori Ito

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Overview

After a global war, the seaside kingdom known as the Valley of the Wind remains one of the last strongholds on Earth untouched by a poisonous jungle and the powerful insects that guard it. Led by the courageous Princess Nausicaä, the people of the Valley engage in an epic struggle to restore the bond between humanity and Earth.

Cast

Sumi Shimamotoas Nausicaä (voice)
Ichiro Nagaias Mito (voice)
Gorō Nayaas Yupa (voice)
Yoji Matsudaas Asbel (voice)
Yoshiko Sakakibaraas Kushana (voice)
Iemasa Kayumias Kurotowa (voice)
Hisako Kyodaas Obaba (voice)
Mahito Tsujimuraas Jihl (voice)
Mina Tominagaas Lastel (voice)
Kohei Miyauchias Gol (voice)
Joji Yanamias Gikkuri (voice)
Minoru Yadaas Niga (voice)
Rihoko Yoshidaas Teto / Girl C (voice)
Tetsuo Mizutorias Commando (voice)

Facts

Release dateMarch 11, 1984
Runtime95 min (1h 35m) — shorter as the 1984 average of 109 min
GenresFantasy, Adventure, Animation
Original title風の谷のナウシカ
LanguageJA
Budget$1,000,000
Box office$9,016,411 (9.0× budget)
IMDbtt0087544

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Questions

How long is Warriors of the Wind?
Warriors of the Wind runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Is Warriors of the Wind worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.9/10 across 4,221 votes, which places it #4 of 49 films released in 1984 in this index (top 94%) and #66 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Warriors of the Wind?
Warriors of the Wind was directed by Hayao Miyazaki. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Spirited Away (2001), Howl's Moving Castle (2004), Princess Mononoke (1997).
Who stars in Warriors of the Wind?
Sumi Shimamoto as Nausicaä (voice); Ichiro Nagai as Mito (voice); Gorō Naya as Yupa (voice); Yoji Matsuda as Asbel (voice); Yoshiko Sakakibara as Kushana (voice); Iemasa Kayumi as Kurotowa (voice).
What is Warriors of the Wind rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Warriors of the Wind?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/24429.

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