My Neighbors the Yamadas

1h 44m · 1999 · Directed by Isao Takahata · 3.6 / 5 on Letterboxd

My Neighbors the Yamadas (1999) runs 1h 44m, directed by Isao Takahata. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

The Yamadas are a typical middle class Japanese family in urban Tokyo and this film shows us a variety of episodes of their lives. With tales that range from the humorous to the heartbreaking, we see this family cope with life's little conflicts, problems, and joys in their own way.

Genres: Animation, Comedy, Family

Where to watch: HBO Max (US, checked 9 July 2026)