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I Want to Eat Your Pancreas (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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I Want to Eat Your Pancreas is a 2019 animated drama directed by Shin'ichirô Ushijima, starring Lynn as Yamauchi Sakura, Kira Buckland and Yuma Uchida. It is based on I Want to Eat Your Pancreas by Yoru Sumino. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes and earned $33.7 million worldwide. Critics gave it 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 8.1/10.

IMDb rating
8.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
93%
worldwide gross
$33.7M
Echo Score
85
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I Want to Eat Your Pancreas (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 48m (108 min)
Genres
Drama , Romance , Animation
Original language
Japanese
Studio
Aniplex
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is I Want to Eat Your Pancreas About?

The premise of I Want to Eat Your Pancreas without spoilers, adapted from I Want to Eat Your Pancreas by Yoru Sumino. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

A quiet high school student discovers a girl's diary while waiting at a hospital. The diary details the experiences of a cheerful classmate facing a terminal pancreatic illness. As they spend time together, an unexpected friendship develops, allowing them to explore themes of life, death, and the importance of human connection in the face of adversity.

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas Themes & Keywords

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  • dying girl
  • friendship
  • hospital
  • fireworks
  • anime animation
  • anime
  • cherry blossom
  • high school
  • teenage boy
  • teenage girl
  • bucket list
  • narrated by lead character
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  • anime remake of live action
  • coming of age drama
  • live action adaptation
  • based on web novel
  • terminal illness
  • pancreas
  • months to live
  • diary
  • tragedy
  • school
  • bookworm
  • illness
  • japanese teenage girl
  • short skirt uniform
  • teenager
  • maiden
  • japanese teenager
  • lass
  • girl
  • east asian girl
  • girl wearing a short skirt
  • japanese school
  • black knee high socks
  • slice of life anime animation
  • based on novel
  • miniskirt
  • girl wears a miniskirt
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Cast & crew

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas Cast & Characters

Lynn leads the cast as Yamauchi Sakura, with Kira Buckland as Kyoko and Yuma Uchida as Takahiro. Directed by Shin'ichirô Ushijima; 10 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave I Want to Eat Your Pancreas 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 8.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 85/100, strongest in character & emotion (90) and weakest in art & craft (75).

85 /100

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas Echo Score Breakdown

The film’s greatest strength lies in its emotional resonance and poignant coming-of-age narrative. Critics highlight its gut-punch story and touching portrayal of youth confronting mortality. Viewers acknowledge minor pacing concerns and occasional animation stiffness but agree these do not diminish its moving core. The evocative soundtrack and measured production design further reinforce the film’s tone. Overall, it remains a compelling and memorable experience that balances technical imperfections with powerful storytelling.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 75

    In terms of art and craft, the animation and production design present a blend of detailed backgrounds and occasional stylistic filters. Reviewers note moments of wooden character movement and an overuse of visual effects in some scenes. Nonetheless, the editing maintains a coherent visual rhythm. Overall, the film’s art direction effectively supports the narrative despite sporadic technical missteps.

  • Character & Emotion 90

    When it comes to character depth and emotional resonance, performances deliver a compelling portrayal of two contrasting protagonists. Critics and viewers describe nuanced interactions that forge authentic chemistry. The narrative arc enables each character to evolve through moments of levity and sorrow, fostering genuine attachment. In sum, the film’s character work remains the core of its moving impact.

  • Story & Flow 80

    In terms of story and flow, the narrative employs a non-linear structure that occasionally feels disjointed. Some observers point to a familiar premise and intermittent pacing slowdowns, yet the emotional stakes keep audiences engaged. The plot’s blend of romance and mortality resonates strongly despite its tropes. Overall, it sustains interest with measured tension and heartfelt beats.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    When it comes to the sensory experience, the soundtrack offers evocative themes that heighten emotional scenes, and the score’s variations lock in the tonal shifts. Sound design remains clear but unremarkable, while visual style uses a restrained palette punctuated by vivid moments. In conclusion, the sensory elements reinforce the drama without overshadowing the core story.

  • Rewatch Factor 85

    In terms of rewatch value, many viewers report strong appeal on subsequent viewings thanks to thematic depth and emotional layers. The film’s meaningful dialogue and nuanced relationship development invite repeated reflection. While minor pacing issues may lessen initial impact, the lasting resonance of its characters and themes ensures enduring appeal for returning audiences.

Plot

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in I Want to Eat Your Pancreas from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film opens with Haruki, who visits the hospital to get his stitches removed. During this visit, his attention is drawn to a diary left nearby. Upon opening it, he discovers it’s Sakura’s diary titled Living with the Dead, which reveals her struggle with a terminal pancreatic illness. Just as Sakura arrives and notices him with the diary, Haruki feels the weight of her situation but doesn’t have anyone to share this truth with, rendering it somewhat inconsequential for him. After returning the diary, he witnesses Sakura’s smile, which leaves a lasting impression.

Full summary

The whole story of I Want to Eat Your Pancreas, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas Box Office

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas grossed $33.7 million worldwide. $277,019 came from the US and Canada and $33.5 million (99%) from the rest of the world.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$33.7M

US & Canada
$277K
International
$33.5M
US & Canada 1% Rest of the world 99%
Videos

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Trailer #1 [Subtitled]
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Quiz

How Well Do You Know I Want to Eat Your Pancreas?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas Also Known As

26 alternative titles, including “Kimi no Suizou wo Tabetai” and “Let Me Eat Your Pancreas”.

Also known as
  • Kimi no Suizou wo Tabetai
  • Let Me Eat Your Pancreas
  • Kimi no Suizô wo Tabetai
  • KimiSui
  • Kimi no Suizô o Tabetai
  • Kimi no Suizou o Tabetai
  • 動畫電影版 我想吃掉你的胰臟
  • Quiero comerme tu páncreas
  • 劇場アニメ「君の膵臓をたべたい」
  • Хочу съесть твою поджелудочную железу
  • 너의 췌장을 먹고 싶어
  • 我想吃掉你的胰脏
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  • 君の膵臓を食べたい
  • キミスイ
  • Voglio mangiare il tuo pancreas
  • Eu Quero Comer seu Pâncreas
  • Je veux manger ton pancréas
  • Я хочу з’їсти твою підшлункову
  • Quero Comer o teu Pâncreas
  • 我想吃掉你的胰臟
  • Vull menjar-me el teu pàncrees
  • เพราะหัวใจใกล้ตับอ่อน
  • Tôi Muốn Ăn Tụy Của Cậu
  • Pankreasını Yemek İstiyorum
  • أريد أن آكل بنكرياسك
  • אני רוצה לאכול את הלבלב שלך

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FAQ

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of I Want to Eat Your Pancreas, each answered in a sentence.

How long is I Want to Eat Your Pancreas?

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

When was I Want to Eat Your Pancreas released?

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas was released on February 7, 2019.

Who directed I Want to Eat Your Pancreas?

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas was directed by Shin'ichirô Ushijima.

Who is in the cast of I Want to Eat Your Pancreas?

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas stars Lynn as Yamauchi Sakura, Kira Buckland as Kyoko and Yuma Uchida as Takahiro, among 10 credited actors.

How much did I Want to Eat Your Pancreas make at the box office?

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas grossed $33.7 million worldwide ($277,019 domestic, $33.5 million international).

How is I Want to Eat Your Pancreas rated?

I Want to Eat Your Pancreas has 8.1/10 on IMDb, 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, 82% on TMDB and 3.9/5 on Letterboxd.

Is I Want to Eat Your Pancreas based on a book?

Yes. I Want to Eat Your Pancreas is adapted from I Want to Eat Your Pancreas by Yoru Sumino.

Does I Want to Eat Your Pancreas have a post-credit scene?

Yes. I Want to Eat Your Pancreas has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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