# Where to Watch Arrietty

**Arrietty makes an ordinary country house feel immense by showing it from the viewpoint of a hidden family living beneath it. Netflix and Max carry the movie, although the catalog you find it in depends on your region. This finished 2010 Studio Ghibli film suits viewers who prefer intimate fantasy to a story built around frequent battles. Its tension comes from scale and secrecy: a harmless household object can become useful equipment, while a human glance can threaten the family's home. The 94-minute runtime lets the friendship develop at an unhurried pace without asking for a season-long commitment. Choose it when you want a gentle adventure with a persistent thread of danger and a strong interest in how tiny people might survive alongside humans.**

## Where to Watch

- [Max](https://www.max.com/movies/97782fe5-a4ab-43b2-bf05-179688ec483c)
- [Max](https://www.max.com/movies/4c3cc9c5-86e1-454c-a43e-1e884c05fe5c)
- [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/70216227)

Search both Netflix and Max in your local catalog. Regional rights determine which of those services lists Arrietty where you live.

## Synopsis

A tiny family has made a concealed home under a country house, gathering overlooked items from the people above to meet their daily needs. Their daughter is ready to take on this careful work, but a boy staying in the house catches sight of her. He approaches the discovery with kindness, yet his attention breaks the rule that has protected her family from human notice. She is drawn to the possibility of friendship even as that connection places everything familiar at risk. Arrietty follows her attempt to understand the larger world without losing sight of the consequences for those hiding with her.

## Fast Facts

- **Format:** MOVIE
- **Episodes:** 1
- **Premiered:** 2010
- **Studio:** Studio Ghibli
- **Score:** 7.7

## If You Liked This

- **[Ponyo](https://hozuna.com/anime/ponyo)**: Ponyo fits viewers who enjoyed seeing a tender friendship cross the boundary between two very different ways of life. It shares Arrietty's childlike sense of discovery.
- **[When Marnie Was There](https://hozuna.com/anime/when-marnie-was-there)**: When Marnie Was There is a strong follow-up for anyone moved by the quiet atmosphere and the bond formed by an isolated child. Its emotional focus should feel familiar after Arrietty.
- **[Kiki's Delivery Service](https://hozuna.com/anime/kiki-s-delivery-service)**: Kiki's Delivery Service also gives growing independence and practical daily problems much of the spotlight. Pick it if Arrietty's warmth mattered more to you than large-scale conflict.
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- **[Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood](https://hozuna.com/anime/fullmetal-alchemist-brotherhood)**: 
- **[Re:Zero Season 4](https://hozuna.com/anime/re-zero-season-4)**: 
- **[Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2](https://hozuna.com/anime/frieren-beyond-journey-s-end-season-2)**: 
- **[One Piece](https://hozuna.com/anime/one-piece)**: 

## FAQ

### Where can I legally watch Arrietty?

Check Netflix and Max for Arrietty. Availability differs by region, so confirm that the film appears in your local catalog before choosing a subscription.

### Is Arrietty suitable for younger children?

Arrietty is among Studio Ghibli's gentler movies and is approachable for younger viewers. Its hidden family does face danger after being discovered, so children sensitive to suspense may find those moments tense.

### Do I need to watch anything before Arrietty?

No earlier viewing is required. Arrietty tells a self-contained story and supplies all the context needed from the beginning.

### How many episodes does Arrietty have?

Arrietty is a movie with an episode count of 1, not an episodic series. The complete film runs for 94 minutes.

### Is Arrietty finished?

Yes, Arrietty is finished. The 2010 movie presents its story as a single complete film, with no season split or ongoing release schedule.