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Wolf Children

“A human mother raises two wolf-children in rural Japan after their shape-shifting father's death.”

Wolf Children

8.56
129 rank · 864,083 viewers · 11,849 favorites
Award Winning Slice of Life Supernatural Childcare
1 episodes · 1 hr 57 min min · Studio Chizu · PG-13 - Teens 13 or older
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Synopsis

A human mother raises two wolf-children in rural Japan after their shape-shifting father's death.

Hana, a dedicated college student, finds herself drawn to a quiet, enigmatic man who occasionally appears in her classes. Their connection deepens into love, and she discovers that he harbors an extraordinary secret—he is the last of his kind, a being who walks between two worlds. Despite the challenges this presents, their bond grows stronger, leading them to build a life together. Their unique family expands with the arrival of two children who inherit their father's remarkable nature. As Hana navigates the complexities of motherhood, she faces the universal struggles of raising children who are different, all while protecting them from a world that might not understand. This leads her to make a life-changing decision to leave the city behind for the tranquility of rural life, where her family can find peace and acceptance. Wolf Children is a tender, moving tale about love, family, and the courage it takes to embrace what makes us different in a world that values conformity.

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Derived from 233 sampled reviews

8.5 /10

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94% recommend
Score distribution
median 9 mode 10 σ 1.83
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σ 1.83 · split reception

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5.9 pts

Recommenders 9.1 · others 3.2

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A Movie Production

Studio Chizu.
in association with

Madhouse · VAP

  • Format 1 × 117′ eps × min
  • Total runtime 1h 57m all episodes
  • Aired Jul 2012 – ongoing
  • Source Movie media type
  • Rated PG 13 - Teens 13 or older
  • Ref. BS-6711 catalog

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