Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- film
- Runtime
- 19 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- December 12, 1971
- Source
- Other source
- Director
- Kazuhiko Watanabe
- Original creator
- Hans Christian Andersen
- Music
- Hikaru Hayashi
- Age rating
- G — All Ages
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 51/100
Tags & Tropes
The Little Match Girl
Synopsis
A little girl tries to sell matches on a cold December night with no luck. To keep from freezing she lights one match and sees a wondrous vision... This theatrical release was based on a Hans Christian Andersen's story. The movie was completed in July 1967, but the release was delayed until the 1971 “Toho Champion Matsuri” film festival.
Should you watch The Little Match Girl?
The Little Match Girl has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 51/100 — 12% of 204 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
Of the 353 AniList users who started it, 8.2% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 308 have finished it.
As a 19-minute film, it fits in a single evening.
Best for viewers who enjoy Drama — especially fairy tale.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Hans Christian Andersen
- Director
- Kazuhiko Watanabe
- Music
- Hikaru Hayashi
If you like The Little Match Girl
The Little Match Girl FAQ
How long is The Little Match Girl?
The Little Match Girl runs 19 minutes (19 minutes).
Is The Little Match Girl finished?
Yes. The Little Match Girl has finished airing — the final episode aired December 12, 1971.
Is The Little Match Girl based on a other source?
Yes. The Little Match Girl adapts the other source by Hans Christian Andersen.