Night on the Galactic Railroad

Lonely and awkward, Giovanni struggles with his sick mother, absent father, and an afterschool job that isolates him from his peers. But on the night of the Festival of Stars, he is magically transported onto a celestial train with his only friend, Campanella. Together, they embark on an extraordinary journey through the galaxy, encountering mysterious characters and grappling with life's deepest questions.

Release Date

Jul 13, 1985

Runtime

1h 48m

Director

Gisaburō Sugii

Original Title

銀河鉄道の夜

Country

Japan

Company

Nippon Herald Films, The Asahi Shimbun, Group TAC