Studio Ghibli’s mystic and amazing artistic storytelling is a magic that has reached a worldwide audience. The 2D style is a unique and lively animation that brings whimsical environments with familiar yet otherworldly characteristics. One of those spectacular films was called Ponyo, and it bridged a magical connection between us and the sea in 2008. Ponyo is once again about to make a splash, not in theaters, but as an honored guest in a museum exhibit.
Ponyo The Movie
Ponyo is a 2D animated film from the wonderful artists of Studio Ghibli that was released to all audiences in 2008. Written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, the film tells the story of a fish by the name of Ponyo, an energetic and strong-willed sea princess. Rescued by a young boy named Sosuke, she falls in love with him and is determined to become human to pursue her love. With her wit and magic, she must evade her father and his sea creatures from transforming her back into a fish.
Ponyo The Gallery
Get ready for a deep dive into the breathtaking aquatic world! From February 14th, 2026, to January 10th, 2027, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles will be featuring the Ponyo exhibition. Everything from the hand-painted scenes to the story development will be on display for all who walk the halls of the museum. All items being shown were hand-picked by the Studio Ghibli staff themselves and were donated to the exhibit to give the public a genuine experience of making the films we all adore.
Plan Ahead!
If you want to have this experience, you’d better plan. Rewatch the film and reimmerse yourself in that Ghibli experience to recapture its essence and joy. Then, check out the academy’s website and reserve your spot and tickets. The makers who gave us Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Howl’s Moving Castle will be granting us a once-in-a-lifetime peek behind the curtain. Just like princess herself, she won’t hesitate to jump into an exciting adventure.
