Luca
A little courage. A whole summer.
PGPICK SELECTION20
BIG ADVENTURES · BIG FEELINGS
Poupelle of Chimney Town.
Look beyond the smoke.
In a town where smoke hides the sky, a boy befriends a strange creature made of discarded objects. Their search for the stars challenges rules that keep the community fearful of what might lie beyond its boundaries.
View film informationWhy it’s a little special
A richly detailed fantasy about curiosity and refusing to dismiss an idea simply because everyone around you has stopped asking questions.
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Know the story.
Know your little people.
Bereavement, bullying, threatening authorities, fire, and intense fantasy danger. Original Japanese voices are listed; English editions use a different cast.
Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.
BEHIND THE SCENES
The little details.
- Directed by
- Yusuke Hirota
- Starring
- Masataka Kubota, Mana Ashida, Shinosuke Tatekawa, Eiko Koike, Shingo Fujimori, Toru Nomaguchi, Sairi Itoh, Seiji Miyane, Jun Kunimura
Original Japanese voice cast. English-language editions use a different cast. - Release date
- December 30, 2021
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Genre
- Animation, Fantasy, Adventure
- Studio
- STUDIO4ºC
- Language
- Japanese
LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.
Where to watch.
Find a spot on the sofa. Pick your service.
United States · Checked via JustWatch. Availability and plans can change. Channels may require an extra subscription; ad-supported plans may have restrictions.
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Film facts: Apple TV US film listing · additional source . Checked 2026-10-18. Parent notes and recommendations by PG Pick. Artwork belongs to its respective studio.