Belle (2021)
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Belle is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
What the audience says
Belle rates well above most Japanese films. It's sitting at 7.6/10 on TMDB across 919 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. The 121-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
Should you spend 2h 1m on it?
2h 1m of Japanese animation with science fiction threaded through, fine for the whole family. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- Currently 7.6/10 from 919 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- An evening with the household together
Story
Suzu is a 17-year-old high-school student living in a rural town with her father. Wounded by the loss of her mother at a young age, Suzu one day discovers the massive online world "U" and dives into this alternate reality as her avatar, Belle. Before long, all of U's eyes are fixed on Belle, when, suddenly, a mysterious, dragon-like figure appears before her.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 1m |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Science Fiction |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Mamoru Hosoda
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 29 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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