Chibi Maruko-chan (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1990, Chibi Maruko-chan is a comedy, family and animation film directed by Yumiko Suda, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Chibi Maruko chan is the nickname of a sweetly obnoxious 9-year-old girl. She tricks her grandfather, ponders for hours over how to spend her allowance, and hates sitting next to ugly boys. She talks, feels and lives just as real kids do. As the second term commences, Maruko and her classmates return to their small groups. Maruko’s group includes two naughty boys and Maruko is forced to be one of their subordinates. She seems to face a lot of pressure at school.
Who’s in it. Chibi Maruko-chan stars TARAKO as Momoko Sakura (voice), Teiyu Ichiryusai as Sumire Sakura (voice), Teiyuu Ichiryuusai as Sumire Sakura (voice) and Kei Tomiyama as Tomozou Sakura (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Chibi Maruko-chan 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 Chibi Maruko-chan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chibi Maruko-chan tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chibi Maruko-chan (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chibi Maruko-chan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chibi Maruko-chan worth watching?
- Chibi Maruko-chan holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Chibi Maruko-chan?
- Chibi Maruko-chan stars TARAKO, Teiyu Ichiryusai, Teiyuu Ichiryuusai, Kei Tomiyama and Yuko Sasaki.
- When was Chibi Maruko-chan released?
- Chibi Maruko-chan was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.