The Hayao Miyazaki animated catalog is set to rejoin the Okko online cinema library on July 1. This information was shared with socialbites.ca by Okko’s press service, confirming the streaming lineup for subscribers.
The revival will feature beloved titles such as Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, among others. In total, the catalog will include 20 Miyazaki projects, all accessible to subscribers at no extra cost. This move is designed to reintroduce Miyazaki’s distinctive storytelling and visual style to a broad audience in Russia and beyond. Source: Okko press service.
Elvira Dmitrievskaya, Okko’s content director, commented on the decision: Miyazaki’s films had vanished from major online cinemas in Russia, and the team wanted to restore access to these legendary works for Russian viewers who have long followed the director’s creative journey. The goal was to bring back the magic of Miyazaki’s animation for fans who missed it during the period of limited availability. Source: Okko press service.
Earlier in the year, reports indicated that Miyazaki’s films were pulled from several streaming platforms in Russia as studios adjusted rights deals. Studio Ghibli, which owns the rights to many of the director’s early and modern titles, elected not to renew certain licenses for distribution within Russia. This led to temporary gaps in availability, which Okko now seeks to fill for subscribers who appreciate the studio’s distinctive approach to character, environment, and emotion. Source: Okko press service.
In related news, there has been interest in new Miyazaki projects and collaborations, including expectations around recent and upcoming anime productions from the director. While public release timelines can shift, the Okko catalog expansion demonstrates continued demand for Miyazaki’s work among viewers in Russia and neighboring markets, with potential implications for regional streaming strategies. Source: Okko press service.
Additionally, the broader streaming landscape has seen mixed developments for Miyazaki titles in other regions, including Canada and the United States, where fans often rely on official platforms for reliable access. The Okko initiative aligns with a growing interest in ensuring that classic and contemporary Miyazaki films remain readily available to international audiences who cherish these stories. Source: Okko press service.
As fans prepare to revisit the expansive world of Miyazaki, Okko emphasizes the ease of access for subscribers and the value of a consolidated catalog that highlights the director’s influence on animation. The forthcoming collection underscores the enduring appeal of Miyazaki’s storytelling and his ability to blend fantasy with heartfelt human themes. Source: Okko press service.