Only A True Fan Can Get 100% On This Studio Ghibli Movies Quiz

Hayao Miyazaki and his animated film studio, Studio Ghibli, have managed to release some of the all-time great animated films of the past few decades. And when their primary competition exists of Disney Animation and the heavy-hitting Pixar animation, that’s saying quite a bit. Studio Ghibli has put out 21 films (so far) under their creative banner, and each one is as mesmerizing and inquisitive as the former. Studio Ghibli is able to capture a magic that most studios dream of coming within ear-shot of, and they manage to capture that magic in a bottle almost yearly. It’s pretty much a guarantee that when Studio Ghibli announces a new animated project, that everyone's going to want to set that premiere date aside, just to make sure their butt is in the seat on opening night.

The studio has acquired some genuine acclaim and adoration over the years, and the name is synonymous with incredible animated adventures, and in a shaky Hollywood climate, it’s impressive that they’re able to deliver quality content so frequently, while still being shockingly original. Test that knowledge of Miyazaki and his many incredible creations, and see who can muster the courage to ace this semi-difficult Ghibli-centric quiz. Not every picture will reveal the answer.

Question 1

Name This Ghibli Classic

This film is (probably) Miyazaki’s finest work, and it seems to pretty much encapsulate all of the elements that make Ghibli films so special. The film centers around a young girl that ends up leaving her own semi-sane real-world, and steps into the decrepit and odd spiritual world. She sees her parents turned into large pigs early on, and if that isn’t terrifying enough, this young girl has to deal with an evil witch, and conniving young man/dragon, and an adventure that tests her every last will.

Question 2

What Is This Ghibli Film About A Castle?

This is another touchstone Miyazaki flick, a classic that managed to once again find equal footing with all types of audiences, regardless of geographical location. The film also manages to blend magic with technology, like the Miyazaki films that came before, and managed to also illuminate the importance of relationships, the planet, and fending for oneself (all Miyazaki films manage to cover most, if not all, of these bases). This film also centers on a war between two neighboring kingdoms.

Question 3

What Two Real-Life Sisters Voice The Sisters In My Neighbor Totoro?

This is going to probably be the toughest question on the quiz, and it’s going to take a little background knowledge on both the movie, and the actresses themselves. The two of them are pretty prolific these days in Hollywood, starring in tons of popular modern films respectively, including Live By Night, Neon Demon, the Twilight films, and even starring in the popular TNT drama, The Alienist. There aren’t too many siblings in Hollywood with this kind of tenure, and they show off their skills in this film big-time.

Question 4

What Is The Name Of The Flaming Creature In Howl’s Moving Castle?

As talked about before, Howl’s Moving Castle is filled with all sort of fantastical creatures. One of the best elements of Miyazaki films is that many different creatures and beings are always living together, and while there is usually some heated conflict between kingdoms or nations in the films, that conflict is usually resolved when the people find something bigger than their conflict to agree on. This creature is one of the best and most creative creatures in all of Miyazaki’s films, and he was originally a shooting star that was captured by Howl.

Question 5

What Is Kiki’s Cat Named In Kiki’s Delivery Service?

Kiki’s Delivery Service is definitely one of the best movies in the Ghibli library, and most of that greatness comes from the incredible characters (like most Ghibli films). And this cat is a particular highlight of this film, and a fan favorite from the movie. The cat is always traveling with Kiki, and never seems to leave her side. She accompanies her friend, a witch in training, who has to spend an entire year abroad in a new and unfamiliar city.

Question 6

What Natural Disaster Occurs In Ponyo?

Miyazaki doesn’t shy away from travesties occurring in the diverse and intriguing fictional worlds. Miyazaki has a tendency to focus on the importance of preserving the environment, it’s one of the key elements that shows up frequently through all the films. Ponyo also focuses on the importance of respecting and caring for the Earth, and that includes the natural disasters that occur on the planet’s surface. And this particular natural disaster is especially terrifying, considering traveling through the water is a major part of the film.

Question 7

Where Did Ashitaka’s Infection Originate On His Body?

Princess Mononoke might just be the most brutal and gritty film in the Ghibli stable of films (though that’s not saying too much). Most of the Miyazaki films are aimed towards children, but some of them manage to be truly terrifying, like with Spirited Away. Princess Mononoke is a brutal, war film that also manages to tell a story about conversation, and the importance of respecting the animal creatures around you. When our main hero is infected by a dark and deadly curse, it begins to spread throughout hisWha entire body.

Question 8

What Color Did Nausicaa’s Dress Change To In Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Wind?

Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind is one of the more subdued pre-Miyazaki films. There isn’t a ton of action, there are few characters of note, and the dialogue is kept to a minimum. It’s a film about atmosphere, and it’s a film about the environment and listening and learning about the importance of conservation. Nausicaa is one of the best characters in any Ghibli film, she’s strong-willed and independent, and always quick to hop on her glider when things start to take a turn for the worse. She’s a true hero.

Question 9

What Item Did Sheeta Have To Keep Safe In Laputa: Castle In The Sky?

There is usually a mcguffin thrown into Miyazaki films as a sort of final destination type item. The items are generally not of extreme importance, and usually at the end the audience realizes that the journey was the real treasure. This is also the case in this wonderful, and visually pleasing film. This item is definitely a bit more treasured than some others throughout Ghibli films, but the relationships and the lessons learned along the way to protecting it are what truly stand out at the end.

Question 10

What Makes The Sootballs Retreat In My Neighbor Totoro?

Miyazaki has a real knack for creating strange monsters that end up being far more haunting than the terrifying things we encounter in the real world. There are thematic beats of horror in many of his films, and sometimes just bare-knuckle tension that really keeps the audience on its feet up until the very end. These sootballs create quite the commotion in this film, and it’s up to Mei, Satsuki, and their father to banish them away for good, once-and-for-all.

Question 11

What Film Stars A Mining Apprentice?

There are many different characters with an array of different skills in Miyazaki’s films, and they tend to be pretty obscure. Most of the characters in the films don’t have to worry about working every day, usually because they have bigger things to deal with, like war. When characters do have occupations, they’re usually not royalty or upper-class, and the films tend to focus on everyday characters dealing with extraordinary circumstances. Luckily, this character rises to the occasion, and he ends up being a hero after all.

Question 12

What Film Is This Screenshot From?

This film has some truly terrifying elements in it, mainly in the beginning. This film is absolutely magical, and surprisingly beautiful, but downright haunting at the same time. The show plays out like a horror movie in the beginning, with a terrifying sequence showcasing her parents getting turned into pigs in front of her eyes. The film is pretty dour throughout the first half, with the girl being forced to work in an enormous bathhouse after she realized she didn’t have anywhere else to go.

Question 13

What Film Is This Screenshot From?

So this film is not actually (technically) a Miyazaki film, but it still seems to be counted amongst the others. And this film might actually be his masterpiece, and it’s definitely a masterclass in building an interesting and involved narrative without having to rely on needless amounts of dialogue. The film is absolutely gorgeous too (as you can see in the screenshot). It’s insane that a movie this spectacular was able to come out as the first (semi) Ghibli product, and it helped to define the staples of the films.

Question 14

What Film Is This Screenshot From?

This film is probably the most hectic and violent of the Ghibli films, and it has a real terrifying sense of dread and anticipation that lasts practically throughout the entire runtime. The American dub of this film highlights some particularly noteworthy voices (like most Ghibli films) including Billy Crudup and Billy Bob Thornton. This film, like many from the studio has a strong emphasis on the importance of preserving our Earth and our environment, and making sure that we’re all working together towards a unified goal.

Question 15

What Film Is This Screenshot From?

This film starts off unlike any other Ghibli Miyazaki film, as it slowly introduces us to the characters, and has their storylines start off in different locations, only to get together later in the movie. This scene is a particularly wonderful one, as an elderly lady helps out a scarecrow that had a curse placed on it. The film really starts to pick up after this point, and visually and narratively, the film begins to get much darker and darker.

Question 16

Who Is The Last Prince Of The Emishi Tribe In Princess Mononoke?

Princess Mononoke is a film that perfectly balances the quiet and more traumatic moments throughout its runtime. This is going to be one of the tougher questions on this quiz, and you’re going to have to know the Ghibli films pretty well in order to remember this cherished prince. This character was cursed when he came into contact with a demon boar, as he was taking it down so it wouldn’t terrorize the town or his treasured elk friend, Yakul.

Question 17

What Are The Names Of The Little Creatures Working In The Boiler Room In Spirited Away?

The little creatures that work in the boiler room in Spirited Away are constantly in motion, and are the hardest workers in the whole film. The poor little creatures are continually blown around because of how lightweight they are, but Chichiro is amazed by them all the same. These little workers are pretty adorable, and they work tirelessly to make sure the boiler room is clean, which is pretty ironic given the nature of what they are. They only appear briefly in the film.

Question 18

In Ponyo, What Color Bucket Did They Keep Ponyo In?

Ponyo is a mesmerizing and transfixing film, and like most of Ghibli’s work, it’s unmistakably beautiful. The film pops with color and the specific art style used in the film guarantees that it will never fade or become tried in the future. Ghibli is a master of his craft, and Ponyo demonstrates that in a big way. It’s not easy to remember a specific color in a film so vibrant, but the bucket is seen frequently throughout the film, and it holds Ponyo for an extended period of time.

Question 19

What Type Of Animals Raise San?

San is one of the most badass heroines in Ghibli’s stable of films, she’s strong, fiercely independent, and she’s a more-than-capable fighter. She proves her might time and time again throughout the film, but her character really shines in the moments when she needs to analyze a situation and find a way to succeed without relying on her strength. Princess Mononoke is one of Ghibli’s finer films, and it actually feels like a culmination of all his best and most popular work.

Question 20

What Did Haku Tell Chichiro To Do While Crossing The Bridge?

Haku is a reliable hero in Spirited Away. Even though he can sometimes be after his best interests, he does care about Chichiro and genuinely wants her to get back to her own world and help her parents. When they’re crossing the bridge to get out of the Bath House area, he reminds her to do a technique that will help her calm down so that she’s not recognized by any civilians, and so that she won’t be snatched up by the witch and sent back to work.

Question 21

In Pom Poko, What Art Are The Raccoons Studying?

Pom Poko is one of the weirder Ghibli films. The movie is far more symbolic and conceptual compared to some of his classics, and it feels like a genuine children’s movie at times (isn’t super serious, or weighty plot wise). The racoons in the film are pretty rambunctious, but they’re also highly intelligent, and they study a specific art form that they which to perfect to put into practice when the time calls for it. What are form are they studying?

Question 22

What Animal Did Sophie Think Howl Was Disguised As?

Howl’s Moving Castle is a revolutionary film, not just for animated pictures, but for motion pictures in general. The film is a moving tapestry that never ceases to amaze, and the characters and their surrounding world are so rich, it’s hard not to get completely sucked in. Howl is a hero, without a doubt, but he’s also a bit of a trickster, always subverting the expectations of Sophie, and the audience, as he can change his form and shape to whatever he chooses.

Question 23

How Did The Witch Of The Waste Describe Sophie’s Hat?

The witch of the waste, as her name implies, is not the most kindhearted individual in Howl’s Moving Castle. In fact, she’s pretty terrible to the people around her, including Sophie. It’s hard to imagine anyone being cruel to such an innocent, soft-spoken young woman, but the witch finds a way to do it, and to attack her where it hurts. Sophie designs hats for her occupation, so this diss ultimately hits harder than most would. She doesn’t have the moniker of witch for nothing.

Question 24

What Film Features The Catbus?

The catbus, next to one of the main characters of this specific film, is one of the single most iconic images in Ghibli’s body of work. If Ghibli merchandise is being sold, one would be hard pressed to find a location that doesn’t sell some sort of variant of the catbus. The catbus is an ingenious idea, because it’s not only a mode of transportation, but a sentient one at that. There’s nothing better than talking to the vehicle moving you from place to place, and that vehicle being a cat makes it that much better.

Question 25

What Language Does The Word Ghibli Come From?

So this question is going to deal more with general knowledge around Ghibli, rather than just a basic knowledge of the films themselves. Not to worry, this trend isn’t going to continue for the remainder of the list or anything. The filmmaking team was very specific when they chose the name for their studio, and the language that their title derives from might actually surprise even the most die-hard fans. Is this going to be the question that ultimately trips up the Ghibli elite?

Question 26

What Two Films Does The Fox Squirrel Appear In?

This is an interesting question on this quiz, mainly because it almost confirms the theory that a continuity exists within the plethora of Ghibli films. Though this is a small and albeit insignificant character in the Ghibli filmography, the fact that it exists in two different films means that Ghibli might be a lot more connected than anyone surmised previously. This character is also a wonderful little creature to appear in multiple films, as it’s unassuming but also adorable, and it’s easy to see a creature like this having an interesting backstory (maybe one of the films is the backstory).

Question 27

How Does The Big Baby Describe Chichiro in Spirited Away?

The big baby is a confused and ultimately scared Ghibli creature, and it’s not entirely its own fault that it’s so angry and misguided, that fault belongs to his caretaker, the witch. The baby is not a fan of Chichiro immediately, when he meets her, and he acts out of fear and is terrible to her. It’s hard to not feel bad for the baby, as it’s clear to the audience that it never received the discipline necessary to feel empathy and be compassionate to this new stranger that enters his home.

Question 28

What Is The First Line No Face Says In Spirited Away?

No face is, plain and simple, a terrifying creature (even for Studio Ghibli). The misunderstood creature is definitely scary, especially when it starts to devour the people around him. It’s hard to completely understand where this creature was coming from, or what its motivations were, but it caused an insane amount of havoc in the bathhouse, which is pretty frowned upon by the employees and the management itself. The customer seems to always be right in the bathhouse, but this particular customer has to be shut down before it creates too much chaos.

Question 29

In The English Version Of Princess Mononoke, Who Does The Voice Of San?

The English cast for Princess Mononoke is one of the most impressive dub casts for Ghibli’s films, and it has some big actors and actresses attached to it. It’s impressive when a film can be just as powerful in multiple languages, and that speaks to the character development at play when Ghibli and co. are crafting these gigantic, varied worlds. San is an engrossing character, and she demanded a voice that was just as powerful and charismatic as the warrior herself.

Question 30

How Many Ghibli Films Are There?

This is going to be yet another general knowledge question, but any true Ghibli fan should be able to answer this pretty handily. The Ghibli films are all essential and compelling, and every one of them is as masterfully crafted as the last. It’s easy enough to remember some of the more popular Ghibli films, Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle, Ponyo, but it’s much more difficult to remember some of the more obscure Ghibli films that even the biggest fans might have only seen once.

Question 31

What Is The Highest Grossing Ghibli Film In Japan?

So this might just be the easiest question on this entire quiz, because most Ghibli fans will be able to deduce what the most popular film of his filmography is. There are so many massively popular films in their filmmaking stable, but this film almost transcends the rest, and it matches the popularity of films like Pixar. This film is definitely the Toy Story of the Ghibli films, but Ghibli made it a point to never produce a sequel to its films.

Question 32

What Fairy Tale Inspired Ponyo?

This may seem like a pretty difficult question, but the answer definitely makes sense here. Ponyo is a charming tale about a goldfish princess that makes an unlikely friend on the surface. It’s a true fish out of water story, but Ghibli’s innate charm is on full display as he gives the fish enough whit and emotional resonance to pull in audiences. The film isn’t as serious as some of the other Ghibli masterpieces, i.e. Princess Mononoke, but it still manages to earnestly tell a compelling story about an unlikely friendship.

Question 33

What Was Ghibli’s Second Oscar Nominated Film?

Surprisingly, the Ghibli studio does not have an entire room filled with Academy Awards. Though the studio has been consistently putting out top-notch content since its inception, the American Oscar ceremonies didn’t begin to really take notice until years into Ghibli’s animation dominance. It’s surprising that the list of nominations for the studio is so short, seeing as they manage to rival Pixar on a consistent basis, and Pixar is considered the gold standard for animation, especially over in the States.

Question 34

Was Princess Mononoke The First Mature Ghibli Film?

Princess Mononoke is a dire and at times dour film, but it may not actually be the first Ghibli film to showcase these traits. The real question is whether or not Ghibli dipped into more mature and serious content before they went full throttle with Mononoke. The studio has a coveted history (something that has been covered ad nauseum so far in this quiz) but it’s up to you to figure out if that history was all sunshine and rainbows until Ghibli’s epic story of a curse that infected an entire nation.

Question 35

Where Are Chichiro And Her Parents Headed In The Beginning Of Spirited Away?

This should be another fairly simple question for those familiar with the more popular Ghibli films. Though this particular film doesn’t really get interesting until Chichiro’s parents get transformed into pigs, there is still a lot to gleam from the opening of the film (especially when considering that it loops back to the beginning towards the end). When the film opens, Chichiro is seen in the back of her parent’s car, and they’re headed in the direction of a tunnel (one that would eventually become an entirely different world to them).

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