Violet Evergarden: The Movie is the emotional finale to one of anime’s most beautiful series — and the answer to the question fans waited years for.
Quick Info
- Japanese title: Gekijōban Violet Evergarden
- Release: 2020
- Director: Taichi Ishidate
- Studio: Kyoto Animation
- Runtime: 140 minutes
- Genre: Romance, Drama
Violet Evergarden: The Movie — Official Trailer
Story (Spoiler-Free)
Violet, a former child soldier who now writes letters for others as an “Auto Memory Doll”, still holds onto the last words of Major Gilbert: “I love you.” Years after the war, a mysterious letter appears that may change everything she believes about the man she lost.
Main Characters
- Violet Evergarden — an Auto Memory Doll learning what love means
- Gilbert Bougainvillea — the major who raised her
- Claudia Hodgins — Violet’s boss and guardian
Why This Love Story Hits So Hard
- Kyoto Animation’s most detailed artwork
- A powerful ending to Violet’s journey
- Letters, love and healing after war
Fun Facts
- Best watched after the TV series and the Eternity side movie
- Released after the 2019 Kyoto Animation tragedy, with deep meaning for fans
- Music by Evan Call
Our Verdict
9.3
A masterpiece of emotion and art. Fans call it one of the best anime films ever.
Where to Watch Violet Evergarden: The Movie Legally
Violet Evergarden: The Movie is on Netflix in many regions. Streaming catalogs change by country — use the Where to Watch button above to see every legal option in your region.
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