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Studio Ghibli is the most recognizable name in the anime industry, with their movies occupying a special spot in the experience of nearly every anime lover, casual or hardcore. Ghibli films are famous for their breathtaking art, beautiful animation, whimsical stories, and personal themes of love, loss, self-discovery, friendship, and growing up.

However, anime films of a similar nature do exist outside of Hayao Miyazaki's esteemed studio. From CoMix Wave Films to Studio Colorido, there are several producers outside of Ghibli who are responsible for making captivating productions that gift audiences with the same dream-like wonder and sense of fulfillment as seen in beloved Ghibli classics like Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro. Whether it's in the art, animation, themes, or characters, plenty of non-Ghibli films offer something that creates a memorable experience in the same way Studio Ghibli has done for so many.