My Neighbors the Yamadas (2000): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
My Neighbors the Yamadas is a 2000 animated comedy directed by Isao Takahata, starring Akiko Yano, Hayato Isohata and Chôchô Miyako. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes and earned $22,261 worldwide. Critics gave it 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 44m (104 min)
- Director
- Isao Takahata
- Original language
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Japanese - Studio
- Shochiku
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is My Neighbors the Yamadas About?
The premise of My Neighbors the Yamadas without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This animated film portrays the everyday life of the Yamada family, offering a humorous and affectionate look at their relatable struggles and triumphs. The story follows their experiences with school, work, and neighborhood interactions, showcasing the joys and frustrations of family life. Through charming animation, the film explores the enduring bonds of love and support within the Yamada household, highlighting both their quirky mishaps and tender moments.
My Neighbors the Yamadas Cast
Akiko Yano leads the cast, with Hayato Isohata and Chôchô Miyako. Directed by Isao Takahata; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Isao Takahata
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My Neighbors the Yamadas Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave My Neighbors the Yamadas 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 78% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 75%
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Metacritic 75 Metascore
User score 7.5
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My Neighbors the Yamadas Plot Summary
What happens in My Neighbors the Yamadas from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film unfolds through a captivating series of vignettes that depict the everyday lives of the Yamada family, which includes father Takashi and mother Matsuko, as well as Matsuko’s mother Shige, their teenage son Noboru, their young daughter Nonoko, and their beloved dog, Pochi.
Each vignette is introduced with a distinct title, such as “Father as Role Model,” “A Family Torn Apart,” or “Patriarchal Supremacy Restored.” These segments explore a variety of poignant themes, including the heart-wrenching experience of losing a child in a department store, the nuanced dynamics between fathers and sons, and the complexities of marital relationships. The film also touches on the wisdom that comes with age, the excitement of meeting a first girlfriend, among many other relatable moments.
Full summary
The whole story of My Neighbors the Yamadas, scene by scene
My Neighbors the Yamadas Box Office
My Neighbors the Yamadas grossed $22,261 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$22.3K
- International
- $22.2K
How Well Do You Know My Neighbors the Yamadas?
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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My Neighbors the Yamadas Also Known As
34 alternative titles, including “Mes voisins les Yamada” and “Houhokekyo tonari no Yamada-kun”.
- Also known as
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- Mes voisins les Yamada
- Houhokekyo tonari no Yamada-kun
- My Neighbours the Yamadas
- 이웃집 야마다군
- Mis Vecinos los Yamada
- Hôhokekyo tonari no Yamada-kun
- Hoohokekyo Tonari no Yamada-kun
- 이웃의 야마다군
- 我的邻居山田君
- Rodzinka Yamadów
- Meus Vizinhos
- Os Yamadas
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- A Família Yamada
- Мои соседи Ямада
- A Yamada család
- Моите съседи Ямада
- ยามาดะ ครอบครัวนี้ไม่ธรรมดา
- Mina grannar Yamadas
- 隔壁的山田君
- Mine naboer Yamadaerne
- Meine Nachbarn die Yamadas
- ホーホケキョとなりの山田くん
- Наши соседи Ямада
- Naapurini Yamadat
- משפחת יאמאדה
- I miei vicini Yamada
- Naši sousedé Jamadovi
- En Sevdiğim Komşularım
- Моје комшије Јамаде
- جيراني من عائلة يامادا
- همسایه من، خانواده یامادا
- Мої сусіди Ямада
- Gia Đình Nhà Yamada
- Mūsų kaimynai Jamados
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My Neighbors the Yamadas FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of My Neighbors the Yamadas, each answered in a sentence.
How long is My Neighbors the Yamadas?
My Neighbors the Yamadas runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
When was My Neighbors the Yamadas released?
My Neighbors the Yamadas was released on December 22, 2000.
Who directed My Neighbors the Yamadas?
My Neighbors the Yamadas was directed by Isao Takahata.
More films by Isao Takahata Who is in the cast of My Neighbors the Yamadas?
My Neighbors the Yamadas stars Akiko Yano, Hayato Isohata and Chôchô Miyako, among 10 credited actors.
How much did My Neighbors the Yamadas make at the box office?
My Neighbors the Yamadas grossed $22,261 worldwide.
How is My Neighbors the Yamadas rated?
My Neighbors the Yamadas has 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic.
Does My Neighbors the Yamadas have a post-credit scene?
No. My Neighbors the Yamadas has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is My Neighbors the Yamadas in?
The original language of My Neighbors the Yamadas is Japanese.
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