Princess Mononoke (1997) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings

Last updated: 2026-03-30 3 min read

Quick Facts

IMDb8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic78/100
DirectorHayao Miyazaki
GenreAdventure, Fantasy, Animation
Runtime134 min
RatedPG-13
CastYoji Matsuda, Yuriko Ishida, Yuko Tanaka, Kaoru Kobayashi, Masahiko Nishimura

"The fate of the world rests on the courage of one warrior."

Should You Watch Princess Mononoke?

With an IMDb score of 8.3, Princess Mononoke is widely considered one of the best films in its genre. Critics and audiences agree this is essential viewing. The 93% Rotten Tomatoes score signals near-universal critical acclaim.

Ashitaka, a prince of the disappearing Emishi people, is cursed by a demonized boar god and must journey to the west to find a cure. Along the way, he encounters San, a young human woman fighting to protect the forest, and Lady Eboshi, who is trying to destroy it. Ashitaka must find a way to bring balance to this conflict.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Princess Mononoke's IMDb rating?

Princess Mononoke (1997) has an IMDb rating of 8.3 out of 10 based on 8,866 user votes.

Is Princess Mononoke worth watching?

With an IMDb score of 8.3 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 93%, Princess Mononoke is generally well-regarded and worth your time.

How long is Princess Mononoke?

Princess Mononoke has a runtime of 134 min. It is rated PG-13.

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