Movies like Pompo the Cinephile: 20 to watch next
If you loved Pompo the Cinephile (2021) — a animation, comedy and drama film directed by Takayuki Hirao — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Pompo the Cinephile most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like work, slice of life and based on manga. 6 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Summer Ghost 2021★ 7.3
Shares: Animation, Drama
An urban legend says that lighting fireworks at an abandoned airfield will beckon the "summer ghost," a spirit that can answer any question. Three teenagers, Tomoya, Aoi, and Ryo, each have their own reason to show up one day. When a ghost named Ayane appears, she reveals she is only visible to those "who are about to touch their death." Compelled by the ghost and her message, Tomoya begins regularly visiting the airfield to uncover the true purpose of her visits.
Stream in India on Anime Times Amazon Channel
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Hanasaku Iroha the Movie: Home Sweet Home 2013★ 6.3
Shares: Animation, Drama, Comedy
While sorting through a mess of books in the staff room, Ohana happens upon one of Denroku's log books from long ago. Within it, it recounts a story of Ohana's mom when she was the same age as her.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions! Take On Me 2018★ 7.8
Shares: Animation, Comedy
Yuuta and Rikka are in their third year of high school. One day in Spring, Touka declares that she will take Rikka to Italy with her, as her job has stabilized there and thinks they should migrate together as a family. Touka is also worried about Rikka not being competent enough to advance to universities in Japan. The gangs from the club suggested Yuuta, who doesn't want to be separated, to elope with Rikka!! A runaway drama throughout Japan begins.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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High☆Speed!: Free! Starting Days 2015★ 6.9
Shares: Animation, Drama, Comedy
Middle school freshmen Haruka and Makoto join the school swim team, and have to join forces with their new teammates to win.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Fortune Favors Lady Nikuko 2021★ 7.0
Shares: Animation, Drama, Comedy
Brash single mother Nikuko is well-known for her bold spirit, much to the embarrassment of Kikuko, her pensive yet imaginative daughter. In contrast to her mother, Kikuko wants nothing more than to fit in as she navigates the everyday social dramas of middle school. Life in the harbor is peaceful until a shocking revelation from the past threatens to uproot the pair's tender relationship.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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On-Gaku: Our Sound 2020★ 7.2
Shares: Animation, Comedy, Drama
A bored trio of high school delinquents start a rock 'n' roll band together. They have no skill, money, or even a full set of drums, but are determined to jam out and impress their only friend.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Taste of Tea 2004★ 7.5
Shares: Comedy, Drama
A spell of time in the life of the five-piece Haruno family in rural Tochigi Prefecture. Yoshiko is not an ordinary housewife, instead working on an animated film project. Uncle Ayano, a successful music producer, is looking to get his head together after living in Tokyo. Meanwhile, Sachiko is concerned with why she seems to be followed by a giant version of herself. As the lazy days pass by, each member of the family is followed in a series of episodic vignettes.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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A Boy Named Charlie Brown 1969★ 7.0
Shares: Animation, Comedy, Drama
Poor Charlie Brown. He can't fly a kite, and he always loses in baseball. Having his faults projected onto a screen by Lucy doesn't help him much either. Against the sage advice and taunting of the girls in his class, he volunteers for the class spelling bee.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Lupin the Third: Tokyo Crisis 1998★ 6.5
Shares: Animation, Comedy, Drama
Lupin's plans to intercept two old glass photographic plates from being delivered to a mysterious art dealer named Mr. Suzuki misfires, and it doesn't help matters that Goemon and Jigen are suffering from... efficiency problems. Meanwhile, Inspector Zenigata has a new tag-along in the Lupin chase: the beautiful young reporter Maria. But what is Maria's connection to the mysterious Mr. Suzuki?
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Minions & More Volume 2 2022★ 7.4
Shares: Comedy, Animation
This collection of 11 short films produced by Illumination includes: From the "Despicable Me" franchise: Mower Minions (2016); Yellow Is the New Black (2018); Competition (2015); Cro Minion (2015); Binky Nelson Unpacified (2015); Panic in the Mailroom (2013). From the "Secret Life of Pets" franchise: Super Gidget (2019). From the "Sing" franchise: Eddie's Life Coach (2017); Gunter Babysits (2017). From the "Lorax" franchise: Serenade (2012); Wagon Ho! (2012).
Stream in India on Netflix
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The Colors Within 2024★ 6.9
Shares: Animation, Drama
Totsuko is a high school student with the ability to see the 'colors' of others. Colors of bliss, excitement, and serenity, plus a color she treasures as her favorite. Kimi, a classmate at her school, gives off the most beautiful color of all. Although she doesn't play an instrument, Totsuko forms a band with Kimi and Rui, a quiet music enthusiast they meet at a used bookstore in a far corner of town. As they practice at an old church on a remote island, music brings them together, forming friendships and stirring affections.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll 2019★ 8.1
Shares: Drama, Animation
Violet Evergarden, a former soldier returned from war, comes to teach at a women's academy and changes a young girl's life.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Chie the Brat 1981★ 6.8
Shares: Animation, Comedy, Drama
Chie Takemoto is a dependable girl who struggles to help her troublesome father run a small tavern in Osaka. Unbeknown to her dad, she occasionally visits her mother who left him not too long ago. She plans on trying to reunite them, but not until her father gets a job.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Tamako in Moratorium 2013★ 6.0
Shares: Comedy, Drama
Tamako graduated from a university in Tokyo, but she now lives with her father back in Kofu. Tamako doesn't help her father or tries to get a job. She spends her time just eating and sleeping throughout the four seasons of the year.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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SPY x FAMILY CODE: White 2023★ 7.2
Shares: Animation, Comedy
While under the guise of taking his family on a weekend winter getaway, Loid's attempt to make progress on his current mission Operation Strix proves difficult when Anya mistakenly gets involved and triggers events that threaten world peace.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Seven Days War 2019★ 6.5
Shares: Animation, Drama
In the town of Saima, when summer is about to begin, a group of six high school students intend to live a secret adventure by spending seven carefree days in a ruined mining facility.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- 2024★ 7.6
Shares: Animation, Drama
When apathetic gamer Nagi agrees to join his rich classmate Mikage in soccer, their partnership leads to the famous Blue Lock program — and to changes.
Stream in India on Anime Times Amazon Channel
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Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin 2024★ 7.7
Shares: Animation, Comedy
Franklin is new to town and hoping to make friends, but his usual tactics don't work on the Peanuts gang. When the Soap Box Derby arrives, he's sure it's a chance to impress new pals and teams up with the only other unpartnered kid: Charlie Brown.
Stream in India on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
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Crayon Shinchan the Movie: The Storm Called: The Jungle 2000★ 7.6
Shares: Animation, Comedy
The Noharas go on an Action Mask-themed cruise, where all the grown-ups get kidnapped by a gang of monkeys. It's up to the kids to rescue them!
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Mai Mai Miracle 2009★ 7.1
Shares: Animation, Drama
Inspired by her grandfather's stories, young Shinko embarks on wild flights of fancy about the history of the little town she lives in. But dreams can't fend off the realities of growing up.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now