Howl's Moving Castle
A whimsical animated fantasy where a cursed young woman's journey intertwines with a flamboyant wizard, their shared castle a visual metaphor for their growing, chaotic, yet heartfelt bond.
Howl's Moving Castle
Howl's Moving Castle

ハウルの動く城

"The two lived there."

09 September 2004 Japan 119 min ⭐ 8.4 (10,549)
Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Cast: Chieko Baisho, Takuya Kimura, Akihiro Miwa, Tatsuya Gashûin, Ryunosuke Kamiki
Animation Fantasy Adventure
The Destructive Nature of War Self-Acceptance and Inner Beauty The Power of Love and Compassion The Concept of a Found Family
Budget: $24,000,000
Box Office: $236,049,757

Howl's Moving Castle - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details

Easter Eggs

A small plaque with the Studio Ghibli logo can be seen on the side of a ship in 'From Up on Poppy Hill' and a clock in 'Whisper of the Heart' is engraved with 'Porco Rosso'. While not a direct Easter egg within 'Howl's Moving Castle', this demonstrates a tradition of inter-film references in Studio Ghibli's works.

These kinds of references serve as fun nods for dedicated fans of Studio Ghibli's filmography, creating a sense of a shared universe and acknowledging the studio's rich history of storytelling.