What genre is The Sky Crawlers?

The Sky Crawlers is categorised as Action, Adventure, Animation, Science Fiction, War.

Who stars in The Sky Crawlers?

Hiro Shimono, Hochu Otsuka, Naoto Takenaka, Rinko Kikuchi, Mugihito appear in the main cast.

Who directed The Sky Crawlers?

Mamoru Oshii directed The Sky Crawlers.

How long is The Sky Crawlers?

The Sky Crawlers runs for 2h 1m (121 minutes).

Is The Sky Crawlers worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 6.7/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch The Sky Crawlers?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

The Sky Crawlers (2008)

Name: The Sky Crawlers
Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation, Science Fiction, War
Released: 2008
Duration: 121 min
Cast: Hiro Shimono, Hochu Otsuka, Naoto Takenaka, Rinko Kikuchi, Mugihito

Movie 2h 1m ★ 6.7/10

Good for tonight if you want to: pure adrenaline, blow my mind, family night

Action Adventure Animation Science Fiction War

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Released in 2008, The Sky Crawlers is an action, adventure and animation movie. It is directed by Mamoru Oshii. The cast includes Hiro Shimono, Hochu Otsuka and Naoto Takenaka. The running time is 2h 1m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.7 out of 10.

Synopsis

Youngsters called Kildren, who are destined to live eternally in their adolescence. The Kildren are conscious that every day could be the last, because they fight a war as entertainment, organized and operated by adults. But as they embrace the reality they are faced with, they live their day-to-day lives to the full.

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Questions about The Sky Crawlers

What genre is The Sky Crawlers?: The Sky Crawlers is categorised as Action, Adventure, Animation, Science Fiction, War.
Who stars in The Sky Crawlers?: Hiro Shimono, Hochu Otsuka, Naoto Takenaka, Rinko Kikuchi, Mugihito appear in the main cast.
Who directed The Sky Crawlers?: Mamoru Oshii directed The Sky Crawlers.
How long is The Sky Crawlers?: The Sky Crawlers runs for 2h 1m (121 minutes).
Is The Sky Crawlers worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 6.7/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch The Sky Crawlers?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.