Night on the Galactic Railroad(1985)
Japan's most beloved children's book is now a hauntingly beautiful feature film.
Giovanni currently lives a dreary life of near non-stop work. At school, his peers ridicule him incessantly, and his employer at work is distant and cold. As his isolation from society becomes unbearable, he suddenly finds himself on a train heading far away from his miserable home. Accompanied by Campanella, an acquaintance from school, Giovanni embarks on a journey that will define the rest of his life.
Movie: Night on the Galactic Railroad
Top 10 Billed Cast
Giovanni (voice)
Campanella (voice)
Zanelli (voice)
Giovanni's Mother (voice)
Birdcatcher (voice)
Video Trailer Night on the Galactic Railroad
Video: 銀河鉄道の夜 / Night on the Galactic Railroad
銀河鉄道の夜 / Night on the Galactic Railroad
Night on the Galactic Railroad - The Flame of Scorpio (The Scorpion Fire)
Night on the Galactic Railroad (1985) - Titanic Scene
Night on the Galactic Railroad (English Dub)
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銀河鉄道の夜 / Night on the Galactic Railroad - Trailer
Night on the Galactic Railroad - The Flame of Scorpio (The Scorpion Fire) - Clip
Night on the Galactic Railroad (1985) - Titanic Scene - Clip
Night on the Galactic Railroad (English Dub) - Featurette
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