Your Name.
Separated by distance, connected by fate.
2016 • 106 min • Animation · Romance · Drama
Synopsis
High schoolers Mitsuha and Taki are complete strangers living separate lives. But one night, they suddenly switch places. Mitsuha wakes up in Taki’s body, and he in hers. This bizarre occurrence continues to happen randomly, and the two must adjust their lives around each other.
Our family guide
Best from age 10- 88 Reviewers · 8 · 75%
- 85 Audience · 12795 · 25%
Two high schoolers, Mitsuha and Taki, inexplicably begin swapping bodies, experiencing each other's lives. They navigate the challenges of their intertwined fates while uncovering a deeper mystery that links them across time and space. It’s a beautifully animated tale of connection and destiny.
- Violence & peril
- 3/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 0/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 4/10
Heads up
- Disaster theme may be intense for some viewers
- Mild body-swapping humor
- Some moments of sadness and loss
What it models well
- Empathy and understanding
- Resilience and determination
- Connecting across differences
- Importance of memory
Talk about it after
- How connection can transcend time and distance
- The impact of natural disasters and community response
- The power of dreams and intuition
- Finding your purpose and destiny
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Top billed cast
Director: Makoto Shinkai • Crew: Makoto Shinkai
Ryunosuke Kamiki
Taki Tachibana (voice)
Mone Kamishiraishi
Mitsuha Miyamizu (voice)
Ryo Narita
Katsuhiko Teshigawara (voice)
Aoi Yuuki
Sayaka Natori (voice)
Nobunaga Shimazaki
Tsukasa Fujii (voice)
Kaito Ishikawa
Shinta Takagi (voice)
Kanon Tani
Yotsuha Miyamizu (voice)
Masaki Terasoma
Toshiki Miyamizu (voice)
Sayaka Ohara
Futaha Miyamizu (voice)
Kazuhiko Inoue
Taki's Father (voice)
Trailers & clips
Official Trailer [Subtitled]
How to be an anime voice actor, with Your Name stars Stephanie Sheh and Michael Sinterniklaas | BFI
Trailer (Dubbed)
Trailer [English Subtitled]
Reviewer notes
RecommendedIf we look at it as a movie; The script and frame connections are great. Their music is considered good. He explained what he wanted to say, the idea of panentheism, that everything in the universe is connected to each other, can change, can be broken and repeats. If we look at it as anime; The visuals are satisfying and the animations are very good. It made me experience those feelings while watching it.
Recommended"Your Name" weaves a delightful tale of two high schoolers, Mitsuha and Taki, whose lives take an unexpected turn when they start swapping bodies. The unique and captivating plot keeps you on the edge of your seat, as you follow their incredible journey of self-discovery and connection. With a perfect blend of romance, humor, and emotion, this movie is a must-watch for anyone looking to experience a magical and to...
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersYour Name is a film that captivates its audience from beginning to end with its superb and incredibly unique storyline. The body swap genre is one that has been explored in various films, but the way it was intertwined with a love story in Your Name is brilliant. What sets this film apart is its refusal to hold the audience's hand. The first act is dedicated to determining what exactly is going on, and this ambigu...
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersThe most romantic movies I have been seen. This is a must watched movie in lifetime!
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersAn absolutely stunning film! There is nothing to even marginally dislike about <em>'Your Name'</em>. The animation is sensational, breathtaking in fact. The amount of detail, particularly in Tokyo, is insane. It's utterly gorgeous to watch. Then you have the magnificent story, which is filled to the brim with feeling and meaning. I felt everything that it intended me to. It's also paced to perfection and is ...
RecommendedTrusted family reviewers**They're no strangers, yet they've never met.** Probably the most anticipated anime since the final film of Mr. Miyazaki. Because people know what these guys are capable of. This is one per cent sci-fi and 99 per cent fantasy. The concept is not new for us. From 'Freaky Friday' to 'The Lake House', even the recent American television film 'The Swap', you will remember a handful of names once you read this film...
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersIt has beautiful animation and beautiful characters. It is a funny, sweet and emotional roller coaster of a crowd-pleaser that manages to win your heart.
Not recommendedI would never take it away from anyone, but I was underwhelmed. _Final rating:★★ - Definitely not for me, but I sort of get the appeal._
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