---
title: "The Secret World of Arrietty"
year: 2010
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-secret-world-of-arrietty-2010"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 51739
imdb_id: "tt1568921"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 7.7
vote_count: 3219
content_rating: "G"
---

# The Secret World of Arrietty (2010) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-secret-world-of-arrietty-2010

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film The Secret World of Arrietty is a story that revolves around a family living in a unique situation. The Clock family, which includes 14-year-old Arrietty, has made a home for themselves using items they have borrowed from the human inhabitants of a house. They have managed to maintain a peaceful and anonymous existence. However, their life takes a turn when a human boy discovers Arrietty, which leads to a change in the Clocks' circumstances. The discovery sets off a chain of events that affects the Clock family's way of life. The film explores the consequences of this encounter and its impact on the Clocks. The story is centered around the Clock family's experiences and their interactions with the human world. The film presents a unique perspective on the relationship between the Clocks and the humans they coexist with.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A tiny girl and her family survive by borrowing from humans until a curious boy discovers them."

### Why Watch
- Animated fantasy suitable for families
- Story about hidden tiny people and friendship
- Gentle tone described as sweet

### Caveats & Content Note
- The runtime is 1 hour 34 minutes, which is relatively short
- Tone & Suitability: Its sweet, family‑friendly tone makes it suitable for children and adults alike.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: fantasy, family, gentle, whimsical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Kids, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Kids, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Fetch TV, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Hiromasa Yonebayashi
- **Networks / Studios**: Studio Ghibli, Hakuhodo DY Media Partners, Mitsubishi Shoji

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mirai Shida** as *Arrietty (voice)*
- **Ryunosuke Kamiki** as *Sho (voice)*
- **Tomokazu Miura** as *Pod (voice)*
- **Keiko Takeshita** as *Sadako Maki (voice)*
- **Kirin Kiki** as *Haru (voice)*
- **Shinobu Otake** as *Homily (voice)*
- **Tatsuya Fujiwara** as *Spiller (voice)*
- **Shin'ichi Hatori** as *Postman (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is The Secret World of Arrietty an animated film?
Yes, it is an animated fantasy film released in 2010.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The film runs for 1 hour 34 minutes.

### Q: Who voices the human boy in the English version?
Luke Allen‑Gale provides the voice for the character Spiller, the human boy.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as fantasy, animation, and family.

### Q: How would you describe the film’s tone?
Reviews describe it as sweet, likened to spun sugar.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*