The Boy and the Heron: Episodes, Story and Where to Watch
The Boy and the Heron (2023): what the anime is about, key facts and where to watch, in one evergreen guide.

The Boy and the Heron (2023) is a adventure, award winning, drama, fantasy anime produced by Studio Ghibli. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 7.6/10 from 95,023 ratings.
What is The Boy and the Heron about?
Three years into the war, Mahito Maki loses his mother in a tragic fire at the hospital. Shortly thereafter, his father marries Natsuko, the younger sister of Mahito's mother. They take Mahito out of Tokyo to seek refuge in his late mother's rural family home. There, Mahito is constantly taunted by a strange gray heron, who seems to have taken an interest in him.
Key details
The Boy and the Heron runs for 1 episodes and its status is "finished airing". Content rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older.
Where to watch The Boy and the Heron
Streaming availability changes by region. Major anime platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hidive rotate their catalogs, so check your local listings for The Boy and the Heron.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Boy and the Heron about?
Three years into the war, Mahito Maki loses his mother in a tragic fire at the hospital. Shortly thereafter, his father marries Natsuko, the younger sister of Mahito's mother. They take Mahito out of Tokyo to seek refuge in his late mother's rural fa
How many episodes does The Boy and the Heron have?
The Boy and the Heron has 1 episodes.
What is the MAL rating of The Boy and the Heron?
The Boy and the Heron is rated 7.6/10 on MyAnimeList.



