A Whisker Away (2020)
Kernel Score: 88% · 1,472 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Animation, Drama, Romance, Fantasy
Released: 2020-06-18
Runtime: 104 minutes
Where to watch A Whisker Away
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A peculiar girl transforms into a cat to catch her crush's attention. But before she realizes it, the line between human and animal starts to blur.
A Whisker Away parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that A Whisker Away is a PG anime fantasy-romance about a girl who magically transforms into a cat to get closer to her crush, dealing with themes of loneliness and bullying.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Some bullying and mild peril are depicted within a fantasy school setting.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Tomotaka Shibayama
Cast
- Mirai Shida as Miyo Sasaki / Taro (voice)
- Natsuki Hanae as Kento Hinode (voice)
- Koichi Yamadera as Mask Seller (voice)
- Hiroaki Ogi as Kusugi (voice)
- Minako Kotobuki as Yoriko Fukase (voice)
- Kensho Ono as Masamichi Isami (voice)
- Susumu Chiba as Yoji Sasaki (voice)
- Ayako Kawasumi as Kaoru Mizutani (voice)
- Sayaka Ohara as Miki Saito (voice)
- Daisuke Namikawa as Tomoya Sakaguchi (voice)
A Whisker Away FAQ
Is A Whisker Away good?
A Whisker Away has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,472 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Whisker Away?
In the US you can stream A Whisker Away on Netflix.
Is A Whisker Away OK for kids?
A Whisker Away is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that A Whisker Away is a PG anime fantasy-romance about a girl who magically transforms into a cat to get closer to her crush, dealing with themes of loneliness and bullying.
What movies are like A Whisker Away?
If you liked A Whisker Away, try The Cat Returns, Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl, Your Name. and The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.