The Smile (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2003, The Smile is an animation film directed by Makoto Shinkai, running about 2 minutes.
What it’s about. A short music video about a girl and her pet hamster.
Who’s in it. The Smile stars Hiromi Iwasaki as Singer (Voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Smile has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Smile page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Smile tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Smile (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Smile change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Smile worth watching?
- The Smile holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Smile?
- The Smile stars Hiromi Iwasaki.
- When was The Smile released?
- The Smile was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 2 minutes.