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Highest-grossing anime to date - Spirited Away
Spirited Away (2001) is a Japanese animated feature film, written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli. The film follows the adventures of 10-year-old Chihiro Ogino as she stumbles into a supernatural world of spirits and goblins after her parents are turned into pigs. Chihiro must find a way to overcome the challenges and find her parents. Spirited Away received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. The film combines elements of fairy, mystery and deep message about maturity and family love. Beautiful visuals, great music and a rich storyline make for a memorable cinematic. In terms of revenue, Spirited Away has grossed over $395 million worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing anime series of all time. The film's success lies not only in its revenue but also in creating an iconic work of art and having a profound impact on the anime industry.
Revenue: Spirited Away, released in 2001, has grossed approximately $395 million worldwide.
Directed by: Hayao Miyazaki
Screenplay: Hayao Miyazaki
Release year: Spirited Away was released in 2001.