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Lonely Castle in the Mirror

2022Movie1 h 56 minPG

AnimationDrama
62
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Metacritic–6.8Rotten Tomatoes50%91%

A gripping, wondrous animated movie about fantasy and mystery, with standout world-building.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

You don't have to be alone anymore.

Shy outcast Kokoro has been avoiding school for weeks when she discovers a portal in her bedroom mirror. She reaches through and finds herself transported to an enchanting castle where she is joined by six other students. When a girl in a wolf mask explains that they have been invited to play a game, the teens must work together to uncover the mysterious connection that unites them. However, anyone who breaks the rules will be eaten by a wolf.

Feels like

  • Anime
  • Magical Realism
  • Mystery Adventure
  • Coming-of-Age
  • School Drama
  • Psychological Drama
  • Friendship & Connection
  • Hopeful Narrative
  • Emotional Journey
  • Fantastical World

Cast

24 of 27

Crew

Directed by
Keiichi Hara
Written by
Miho Maruo, Mizuki Tsujimura
Produced by
Kei Kushiyama, Hirotaka Aragaki
Music by
Harumi Fuuki

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Facts

December 23, 2022 · 1 h 56 min · PG

Released
December 23, 2022
Runtime
1 h 56 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Animation, Drama, Mystery, Fantasy
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
31 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

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Questions about Lonely Castle in the Mirror

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Where can I stream Lonely Castle in the Mirror?

HBO Max

In the United States, Lonely Castle in the Mirror streams on HBO Max. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. It also streams in 23 other countries.

Is Lonely Castle in the Mirror worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). Audiences rate it higher (76 out of 100) than critics (50).

Is Lonely Castle in the Mirror okay for kids?

PGDisturbing imagery

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States for disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will I feel good after watching Lonely Castle in the Mirror?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.

Is Lonely Castle in the Mirror in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.