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Hayao Miyazaki’s Studio Ghibli feels like a warm hug to its viewers. Whether one is fond of watching anime or not, they can never say that they are not into Ghibli movies. With a meaningful plot, bewitching animation, and lovable characters that leave a lasting impression on its viewers, his work makes people want to live in fictional worlds.
Over the years, several titles have been released, likePrincess Mononoke, Porco Rosso, My Neighbor Totoro,and so many more. Though the films are targeted towards a young audience, they have deeply resonated with adults, as the meaningful themes tend to resonate with viewers not just in Japan but around the world.
Thus, making Ghibli widely popular around the world. Part of the studio’s success goes to the celebrities who have dubbed the characters. One such instance would be how one A-list actress voiced one of the saddest characters in the Ghibli film universe.
Kirsten Dunst has dubbed an iconic yet forgotten Studio Ghibli character
Hayao Miyazaki is well-known for his fantasy worlds, relatable characters, and layered plots, consisting of several complex themes neatly sewn together with supernatural elements. Though there are many films, the perfect example would beKiki’s Delivery Service.Released back in 1989, the film has directly added to the allure of the Godfather of Anime Films.
Despiteself-sabotaging his work in the United Statesandbeing on bad terms with Harvey Weinstein, Miyazaki-Sensei is quite popular in the West. Thanks to his meaningful works and the dubbed versions of his films that have constantly reinforced his reputation among his fans in the West.
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The Walt Disney-dubbed version ofKiki’s Delivery Servicewas released in 1998, 9 years after the release of the original version.The film narrates the tale of a 13-year-old Kiki, a witch who opens a broomstick delivery service, attempting to have a better life, but soon she learned how challenging her new-found entrepreneurship could be.
The flick was a massive hit, grossing a total of $10.4 million at the worldwide box office market, viaBox Office Mojo. There were two reasons behind the project’s success: firstly, adeceptively simple ideabehind his dubs. Secondly, hiring an A-listed actress to dub his film.
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Kirsten Dunstis renowned for portraying the role of Mary Jane in Sam Raimi’sSpider-Mantrilogy. However, many do not know how she has lent her mellifluous voice behind the camera as she voiced the character of Kiki. The role brought her immense success, but it became a forgotten one because of her illustrious career, which showcases her diverse range as an actress in Tinsel Town.
Tatsuya Endo pays his homage toKiki’s Delivery Service
Hayao Miyazaki’s 1989 movie was based on the novel by Eiki Kadono of the same name. The first version of the work was published on June 09, 2025, followed by five sequels published between 1993 and 2009. The original novel series’ covers were illustrated by Akiko Hayashi, with Takako Hirono illustrating the second volume’s cover, while Miho Satake illustrated the remaining covers.
According to the reports fromPR Times, the novel celebrates its 40th anniversary, where Tasuya Endo, the author ofSpy x Family,illustrated an original cover of the first novel that will be available for a limited period of time. The film’s adaptation has added to the allure of the original work, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 1989.
The novel’s original story has a wholesome story that has survived the test of time, where the fans tend to return to watch the film, teaching its viewers the themes of maturity and adolescent problems and closely examining the concept of vulnerability.
Kiki’s Delivery Servicecan be streamed on Max.
Tushar Auddy
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Tushar Auddy is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, primarily covering WWE. He has contributed to anime, MCU, DCU, animation, and TV Series, giving sharp insights and coming up with his own unique theories, which take the fandom by storm.
