Princess Arete (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2001, Princess Arete is a fantasy, adventure, mystery and animation film directed by Sunao Katabuchi, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Imprisoned by a sorcerer who fears she will rob him of eternal life, guileless young Princess Arete befriends a villager who helps her plan an escape.
Who’s in it. Princess Arete stars Houko Kuwashima as Princess Arete (voice), Tsuyoshi Koyama as Boax (voice), Yusuke Numata as Grovel (voice) and Minami Takayama as Ample (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Princess Arete has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Princess Arete page.
If you liked it. Fans of Princess Arete tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Princess Arete (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Princess Arete change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Princess Arete worth watching?
- Princess Arete holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, mystery and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Princess Arete?
- Princess Arete stars Houko Kuwashima, Tsuyoshi Koyama, Yusuke Numata, Minami Takayama and Satomi Korogi.
- When was Princess Arete released?
- Princess Arete was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.