The Cat Returns (2002)
- DirectorHiroyuki Morita
- Runtime75 min
- RatedG
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Is The Cat Returns worth watching?
Yes. The Cat Returns scores 75.2/100 on our composite rating, which makes it worth a look, especially if you like adventure. It is ranked #87 of 132 anime movies on Read Manga, and #35 of 50 in adventure. Critics like it more than audiences do (79 vs 73 out of 100). Its strongest score is on Rotten Tomatoes (88%) and its weakest on Metacritic (70/100).
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Synopsis
Haru returns home after an uninspiring day at school, feeling bored with her everyday routine. However, life is full of surprises; when Haru rescues a peculiar cat, her world turns upside down in ways she never imagined. Soon, things take an even more unexpected turn when, later that evening, Haru has an eye-opening encounter with pure fantasy in front of her doorstep. Now showered with undeserved gifts and embarrassing gratitude, Haru must learn to have faith in herself and appreciate the little things in life to change her destiny. But first things first. Is Haru ready to meet her Prince Charming? Can she handle the wonders of a strange, magical realm hidden right under her nose?
Awards: 1 nomination total
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