---
title: "Warriors of the Wind"
year: 1984
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/warriors-of-the-wind-1984"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 81
imdb_id: "tt0087544"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 4122
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Warriors of the Wind (1984) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/warriors-of-the-wind-1984

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Warriors of the Wind" is an animated adventure. Set in a post-war world, it takes place in the Valley of the Wind, a seaside kingdom that remains one of the last strongholds on Earth. The Valley's inhabitants engage in a struggle to restore the bond between humanity and the Earth. Led by a courageous princess, the people of the Valley face challenges in this effort. The film is a work of fantasy and adventure, set in a world where a poisonous jungle and powerful insects pose a threat.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A courageous princess leads her kingdom to heal Earth after a global war."

### Why Watch
- Stunning animated visuals
- Heroic protagonist defending nature
- Epic adventure with hopeful tone

### Caveats & Content Note
- Animation style reflects its 1980s era
- Pacing may feel deliberate for modern viewers
- Tone & Suitability: Rated PG, it’s suitable for most audiences though it addresses war aftermath and ecological themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, fantasy, hopeful, environmental

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Hayao Miyazaki
- **Networks / Studios**: Topcraft, Tokuma Shoten, Hakuhodo

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sumi Shimamoto** as *Nausicaä (voice)*
- **Ichiro Nagai** as *Mito (voice)*
- **Gorō Naya** as *Yupa (voice)*
- **Yoji Matsuda** as *Asbel (voice)*
- **Yoshiko Sakakibara** as *Kushana (voice)*
- **Iemasa Kayumi** as *Kurotowa (voice)*
- **Hisako Kyoda** as *Obaba (voice)*
- **Mahito Tsujimura** as *Jihl (voice)*
- **Mina Tominaga** as *Lastel (voice)*
- **Kohei Miyauchi** as *Gol (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the setting of the film?
It takes place in the seaside kingdom called the Valley of the Wind, one of the last untouched strongholds after a global war.

### Q: Who leads the people in the story?
Princess Nausicaä, described as courageous, leads the kingdom’s effort to restore the bond with Earth.

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

### Q: When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on June 14, 1985 in the US.

### Q: What is the film’s rating?
The film carries a PG rating.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Warriors of the Wind — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/81)

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