Pom Poko (1994)
Kernel Score: 81% · 1,173 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Fantasy
Released: 1994-07-16
Runtime: 119 minutes
Where to watch Pom Poko
- Stream: HBO Max
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
The Raccoons of the Tama Hills are being forced from their homes by the rapid development of houses and shopping malls. As it becomes harder to find food and shelter, they decide to band together and fight back. The Raccoons practice and perfect the ancient art of transformation until they are even able to appear as humans in hilarious circumstances.
Pom Poko parents' guide: ages 5+
Parents need to know that this Studio Ghibli animated tale features raccoons using trickery to resist development, with some odd and mildly suggestive shapeshifting humor.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Mild fantasy peril as the raccoons battle human development; no real violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Makoto Nonomura as Shoukichi (voice)
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Pom Poko FAQ
Is Pom Poko good?
Pom Poko has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,173 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Pom Poko?
In the US you can stream Pom Poko on HBO Max and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Pom Poko OK for kids?
Pom Poko is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that this Studio Ghibli animated tale features raccoons using trickery to resist development, with some odd and mildly suggestive shapeshifting humor.
What movies are like Pom Poko?
If you liked Pom Poko, try Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender, Princess Mononoke, Hotarubi no Mori e and Spirited Away.