HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE
Miss Sophie,
I've closed up the shop.
You should come too, Sophie.
I'll just finish this. Go have some fun.
All right, then, I'm off.
I'm going.
Look, it's Howl's castle.
What? Howl? Where, where?
Look how close it is.
Oh, no!
I wonder if Howl's in town.
It took off.
No, just hiding from all the soldiers.
Say, did you hear? Remember Martha, from South Haven?
They say Howl tore her heart out.
How scary...
Don't worry, he's not going to want yours.
Hurry up.
Really?
Oh, cut it out...
Hey there little mouse, lost your way?
Oh, no... I'm fine.
Then how about a cup of tea? Care to join me?
- No thank you, I'm busy - She sure is a cute little mouse.
Say, how old are you? You live around here?
Let me pass!
See, it's those whiskers of yours.
She's even cuter when she's mad.
Hey, there, I'm sorry.
Where've you been?
- Who are you? - I'm with her.
Why don't you two take a little walk?
Don't hold it against them.
They're harmless.
Where to? I'll be your escort.
No, really, I'm only going to Cesari's.
Act normal. I'm being followed.
Just walk.
Sorry, I got you involved.
This way.
Hold on.
Drop your legs, keep walking.
That's right, don't be frightened.
Very nice.
I'll draw them off.
Wait here until the coast is clear.
Yes.
That's my girl.
- Any chocolate Letties? - Look this way, Lettie.
- Hey, make room. - Let's go for a walk, Lettie.
My sister?
Come back soon, Lettie.
Sophie?
How did you land on the veranda like that?
Have you become an angel? It feels like I'm in a dream...
Lettie, why not use the office?
Thanks, but I should really be working.
What? You sure he wasn't a wizard?
He was so kind...
He rescued me...
Don't tell me he's stolen your heart.
If that was the wizard Howl, he'd have eaten it right up.
Don't worry, Howl's only after beauties.
There you go again.
Listen to me, we live in dangerous times.
They say even the Witch of the Waste. Is back on the prowl.
Sophie?
Oh, you...
Lettie, the Madeleines are done.
Okay, be right there.
All right.
I'm going home.
It's a relief to know you're doing well.
Hello, Lettie.
Nice to see you.
Listen, are you going to spend your whole life in that shop?
It meant so much to Papa.
Besides, I'm the eldest.
That's not what I meant.
Are you sure you want to be a hatter?
Well, I...
- Bye, Lettie! - Come by the shop next time.
Sure.
I'll be on my way.
Sophie, you've got to look out for yourself.
Sorry, the shop's closed.
I thought I'd locked the door.
What a cheap shop,
full of cheap little hats.
And you're quite cheap-looking yourself.
This is just a simple hat shop.
I think you had better leave.
You're very brave, taking on the Witch of the Waste.
The Witch of the Waste?
You won't be able to tell anyone about that spell.
My regards to Howl.
Is this really me!
I've got to stay calm.
I've got to calm down.
It's no use panicking, Sophie.
I'll be fine, I'll be fine.
I've got to calm down.
I'm back!
Welcome home, Ma'am!
How do you like it? It's all the rage in Kingsbury.
- Amazing! - It suits you.
Don't you think it's wonderful? Sophie!
Mrs. Hatter, Sophie hasn't come down to work yet
I wonder what's the matter?
Sophie!
Don't come in!
I've got an awful cold!
I don't want you to catch it.
You sound just awful...
Like some 90 year-old woman.
I'll stay in bed today.
You sure? All right, then.
Here we go...
You'll be fine, old lady.
You're still healthy, and these clothes finally suit you.
But I can't stay here.
Ouch, ouch!
It's not easy being old.
They're saying this war is going to be terrible...
Like a hand, granny?
Such a gentleman, but I'll manage.
Sure, old lady, but where are you off to?
Just a bit farther than where you're going.
I don't recommend it, granny.
Nothing but witches and wizards ahead.
Thank you.
Going to the Folding Valley, at this hour?
Says her youngest sister's there.
I've hardly made any progress at all.
Thank goodness I've still got my teeth.
That'll make a good cane.
Up we go.
Might be a bit too thick.
Ouch, ouch!
What a stubborn branch.
Never underestimate Grandma Sophie.
Heave!
A scarecrow, eh?
I thought you were working for the Witch.
But how do you stand by yourself?
Your head's a turnip.
I've always hated turnips.
At least you're not upside down anymore.
So long.
It's so cold.
The town's still so close.
Don't follow me!
You don't owe me a thing.
You must be a magical whatever-you-are.
I've had enough of witches and spells!
Just go stand wherever you like!
This is a perfect cane Thank you kindly
While you're at it, could you bring me a house to sleep in?
Seems you get more cunning with age.
What a huge battleship.
I never realized how weak you feel when you get old.
I smell smoke.
Maybe there's a cabin.
Turnip-head, isn't that Howl's Castle?
This is hardly what I meant when I asked for shelter!
What is this?
You call this a castle?
Is that the way in?
Just wait up there!
Hey, there!
Are you going to let me on, or not!
My shawl!
It seems warm enough inside, Turnip. I'm going in.
Thank you.
Even Howl wouldn't want an ancient heart like mine.
This time, it's really goodbye.
You may be a turnip, but you're a good turnip
May you find happiness.
What is this place?
Just looks like a dilapidated heap.
Well, one nice thing about getting old is that nothing surprises you anymore
That's some spell you're under.
It won't be easy to break.
The fire talked!
And you can't even tell anyone about it.
You're Howl?
Wrong. I'm the fire demon, Calcifer!
Well, then, Calcifer, can you break the spell I'm under?
Easy
If you break the spell that chains me to this place,
I'll break your spell in a flash.
In other words, bargain with a demon.
You sure you can keep that promise?
Demons don't make promises.
I suggest you look elsewhere.
But I'm an exploited demon!
I'm chained here by a contract with Howl, who works me to death.
I'm the one who keeps this castle moving.
My, you've got it rough.
If you figure out the secret contract, the spell will break.
If you do that, I'll break your spell, too.
All right. A bargain, eh?
Granny!
Boy... I've got my doubts about her.
Hey, who's this?
Porthaven!
When did she get in?
Stand by!
Why, Mayor, sir!
The sun is already high. Is Master Jenkins at home?
The Master is out.
I answer in his stead.
An invitation from His Majesty.
It has come to war.
His Majesty desires every wizard
and magician, even the witches, to aid our homeland.
His presence is imperative. That is all.
War, how awful.
And who might you be?
Calcifer let me in.
Don't look at me. She wandered in from the Wastes.
The Wastes?
That's strange. You're not a witch, are you?
A witch could never get in.
Porthaven, again!
A customer?
Stand by.
State your purpose.
Mama sent me.
The usual spell?
Behave yourself, now.
It's not the Wastes.
Granny, are you a witch, too?
That's right, I'm the scariest witch in the land.
Sprinkle this powder on your ship and the winds will favor it.
Sure.
Many thanks.
I can't have you making up things.
You should give up that disguise.
It's not a disguise, it's magic.
The Kingsbury door.
Stand by.
Is this the residence of Wizard Pendragon?
It is, indeed.
I bear an invitation from His Majesty.
Please inform Master Pendragon that he is required at the Palace.
Our thanks to you.
A city fit for a king
Get back in or you'll lose your nose.
Stop wandering around!
That's enough! I'm going to get really mad.
This is a magic house, isn't it?
Oh, boy!
- Where does the black one lead? - Only Master Howl knows.
I'm having my breakfast.
But you've got bacon and eggs.
We can't use the fire when Master Howl's away.
I'll cook for you.
But you can't.
Calcifer only obeys Master Howl.
That's right, I won't cook for you.
Oh, here's my hat.
All right, Calcifer. Be a good fire, now.
Forget it, I'm a demon!
I answer to no one.
You'll do as I say, or I'll pour water on you.
Or would you rather I told Howl about our bargain?
Hey! Hey! I never should've let this old lady in.
So, what'll it be?
That's right, there's a good fire.
Hey! Hey! I'll burn the bacon.
Calcifer's doing what she says.
I'd like some tea, too. Have you got a kettle?
Sure!
Welcome home, Master Howl.
You have letters from the king.
To Jenkins and to Pendragon.
Calcifer, you're so obedient.
She bullied me.
Not an easy thing to do.
Who exactly are you?
I'm Grandma Sophie.
You see, I'm your new cleaning lady.
Give me that.
Pass me two more bacon slices and six more eggs.
And who hired you to clean?
Why, I hired myself.
I've never seen such a filthy house.
Markl, plates.
You're all ganging up on me!
Please join us, Sophie.
Sit over here.
Pick one.
Everything else is dirty.
I've got my work cut out for me.
Markl.
Yes.
Sophie.
Thank you.
Brethren, let us partake of our daily bread.
Our daily bread. Haven't had a real breakfast in a long while.
So many manners to teach...
So, what's that in your pocket?
I wonder what it is.
Let me.
It's scorched into the table! Master Howl, this is...
Ancient sorcery.
And powerful, too.
The Witch of the Waste?
"He who catches a falling star, oh heartless man.
Your heart shall be mine."
Well, so much for the tab. Le
Wow, it's gone!
The scorch mark has vanished, but not the spell.
Brethren, continue your meal.
Calcifer, move the castle 100 kilometers.
- And send hot water to the bath. - Not that, too!
Do you work for the Witch of the Waste?
Don't be stupid! The witch...
Actually... the witch... I...
Damn that Witch of the Waste! Wait 'til I get my hands on her!
Let me finish eating this.
Bugs, you'd better scurry away or I'll sweep you out!
Every last one of you, mocking me!
There's a spell I need.
Later.
A witch rages within.
Sophie!
Sophie! I'm going out.
I'll die without some fresh wood!
What, what are you doing?
I'll fall, I'll fall! I'm in peril!
I'm sweeping the ashes.
Won't be a minute.
I'm in danger!
I'm in danger...
I'll go out!
Oh, no!
I'm slipping...
Hurry, Sophie!
Try not to torment my friend.
Master Howl, are you going out?
Markl, tell our cleaning lady not to get
too carried away.
What'd you do, Sophie?
She abused me!
If I die, Howl goes with me.
I'm the cleaning lady.
It's my job to clean.
No, not the 2nd floor!
If I were you, I'd put your precious things away in a hurry.
Save my room for later.
My little outburst gave me back my strength.
What a strange house!
Amazing!
Calcifer, Calcifer!
Are you moving the castle?
What a lot of fuss! Of course I am.
You're incredible, Calcifer!
Your magic's first class. I misjudged you completely!
You think so?
You really think so!
Oh, no, not yet!
How beautiful.
It's called Star Lake.
Something's stuck in there.
Oh, dear. Lend me a hand, Markl.
Sure.
And up!
A scarecrow!
He's called Turnip, the Turnip-head.
You sure like being upside down.
The odd creature seems to have taken a liking to me.
He followed me here.
Are you sure you're not a witch, Sophie?
That's right, I'm the cleanest witch in the land.
Turnip, don't pull it so tight.
Seems like he likes doing the wash.
They'll dry in no time.
Turnip must belong to the demons.
Calcifer doesn't seem to mind him.
You're right, maybe he's a demon of the dead.
But he led me to this wonderful place.
I've put away all the laundry, Sophie.
Why, thank you. We'd better be getting back.
How mysterious,
I've never felt such peace.
Stinks!
You reek of burnt flesh and steel.
Keep flying and one day you won't be able to change yourself back.
Isn't it great! Sophie did this for me.
The fighting is fierce.
The country's ablaze, from the southern coast to the northern border.
I hate the fire in gunpowder.
They have no manners
- My own kind attacked me. - The Witch of the Waste?
Hack wizards masquerading as monsters.
They'll cry plenty later on,
when they can't regain human form.
No, they'll just forget they ever knew how to cry.
Aren't you supposed to report to the king yourself?
Yes, well...
Hot water for my bath
Oh, no, not again.
Is that Howl?
Yeah, wasting my hot water again.
I'm sure Howl won't eat any breakfast.
No matter.
Morning.
It's lovely shopping in the morning.
I've never seen the ocean!
Such beautiful, sparkling water!
Same as it always is.
I myself hate potatoes.
Pay up.
Thank you.
Thanks.
Fish, all fresh off the boat.
- That one's tasty. - I myself hate fish.
The fleet's come home!
- Is that the smoke? - There's been another battle.
Really? Sorry, lady, later.
That ship's on fire!
Sophie, let's go get a closer look.
No, I've no stomach for such things. Let's go home.
Our most advanced battleship, reduced to this.
Markl, there are Blob Men nearby.
Don't move.
They work for the Witch of the Waste.
They're gone.
Don't people notice those terrible monsters?
Look! Up there!
That's what dropped those bombs!
An enemy airship, Sophie!
Sophie, flyers!
Ignore the flyers! They're enemy propaganda!
Are you OK, Sophie?
A glass of water, please
Sure.
Sophie, what did you do to the bathroom shelves? Look!
My hair's turned this weird color!
What... what beautiful hair.
Take a good look!
You mixed up everything on the shelves and ruined the spells!
I didn't mix up anything, I simply cleaned up.
Cleaning, always cleaning.
I told you not to get too carried away!
It's hopeless!
How humiliating.
It's not so very bad.
This new shade's quite lovely in its way.
I'm done for.
What's the point in living, if you aren't beautiful?
Stop, Howl! Cut it out!
He's calling on the spirits of Darkness.
He did this last time a girl ditched him.
Please, Howl, that's enough.
You can just dye your hair again.
I've had enough of you, Howl!
I've never once been beautiful!
I've had enough of this place!
Thank you, Turnip You're a kind scarecrow
Please come back, Sophie. Howl's in trouble!
Cut it out, Howl! I'm going out!
Sophie!
Get over here!
My, he's dramatic.
Is he dead?
Don't worry. A tantrum never killed anyone.
Help me, Markl.
Get that hot water running, Markl!
C'mon, you can still walk.
You look after him now, Markl.
Sure.
I'll have to clean all over again.
I'm coming in.
Here's some hot milk. Drink up.
I'll leave it here. Drink it while it's hot.
Don't leave me, Sophie.
Try a little milk?
The Witch of the Waste is searching for my house.
You're right, I saw her cronies down at the port.
The truth is, I'm a coward.
All this junk is just sorcery to keep her away.
I'm scared to death.
Tell me, why is the Witch of the Waste after you?
She seemed quite interesting, so I approached her.
But she terrified me and I ran away.
Now the king's ordered me to report to him.
As Jenkins and as Pendragon...
How many names do you use, Howl?
Enough to guarantee my freedom.
Can't you refuse the king?
See that...
The oath I took at the Sorcery Academy.
Say, Howl. Why not visit the king?
What!
Just say it to his face.
"Stop this foolish war I refuse to help you."
Sophie, you don't know what they're like.
But he's the king, right?
A king thinks only of what's best for his people.
I know!
You'll go in my place, Sophie!
Pretend you're Pendragon's mother.
Just tell him your son is an idle good-for-nothing.
Maybe Madam Suliman will even give up on me.
Madam Suliman?
You're wearing that hat?
After all the magic I spent making your dress pretty...
Off I go.
Sure!
See you later!
This charm assures your safe return.
Don't worry, I'll follow you in disguise.
There. Off you go!
I'm sure this will never work.
I don't suppose he's following me, disguised as a crow.
I'm sure Howl would pick a more dramatic disguise
Not that...
The Palace is so far away.
Howl? Don't tell me you're Howl.
Disguising yourself as an old dog, of all things.
Do you know how exhausting it is to be old?
How nice to see you. The little hatter, right?
The Witch of the Waste!
Thank you so much for delivering my note to Howl.
How's Howl doing?
Quite terrified.
Thanks to him, I've become a cleaning lady.
My, how delightful.
By the way, what brings you to see the king?
Job hunting. I'm sick of working for Howl.
And yourself?
The king invited me.
It seems that idiot, Suliman,
finally needs my power.
Why don't you break the spell you put on me?
That's impossible.
My gifts lie in casting spells, not breaking them.
See you later, then.
Hey, wait a minute! Just wait!
If you weren't here, I'd have hit her with my cane.
What's wrong with you?
Madam, vehicles are prohibited beyond this point.
Please continue on foot.
That Suliman!
Using magic to force me to climb these stairs.
We'll catch up. Pay her no mind.
Heavy, why are you so heavy?
You... Hey... Wait.
What is it?
Suddenly remembered... how to break my spell?
I told you...
I don't know how.
Then, start studying up.
I don't get it.
Where does she get all that energy?
I have to put you down.
Why don't you call it a day? You can't make it.
It's been 50 years now,
since they drove me out of here...
I've been longing
for this day, ever since...
Good luck to you, then.
Still, I'm not nice enough to help you out.
Come, Howl.
You heartless wench!
Next time I'll turn you feeble, too!
Hurry up!
Madam, follow me.
First, you should help her.
We are forbidden to assist anyone.
But the king himself invited her.
Hang in there!
Just a little farther!
And you call yourself a witch?
Who asked you?
You suddenly look older.
Madam Pendragon and the Witch of the Waste!
Pull yourself together.
Isn't this what you've been waiting for?
Madam Pendragon and the Witch of the Waste!
Pendragon... That name sounds familiar.
Of course it does. That was the name of my hat shop.
It was?
Please wait here.
A chair!
It's mine!
Howl, get back here!
Madam, this way please.
I understand you're Howl's mother.
Yes. My name is Pendragon.
I'm sure you're weary. Please have a seat.
Yes.
I am Madam Suliman, His Majesty's witch.
Um, that dog is...
Ah, you mean Heen?
He does my errands. I asked him to escort you.
Howl won't join us, then?
You see, he sends his mother to make excuses.
I'm sure he'd be utterly useless to His Majesty.
What a shame.
He was my last apprentice...
A student of such marvelous gifts.
I rejoiced in finally finding a worthy heir.
But then, a demon stole his heart,
and he abandoned me.
He turned his magic to purely selfish uses.
Mrs. Pendragon.
That boy is dangerous.
His power is too great for one with no heart.
If he follows that path he'll wind up like the Witch of the Waste.
Bring her!
What happened?
I just restored her to her real age.
All her powers are gone.
Once upon a time, she was a magnificent witch.
She made a bargain with a demon.
Who consumed her, body and soul, long, long ago.
Our kingdom can no longer afford to turn a blind eye
to disreputable wizards and witches.
If Howl comes here to serve the kingdom,
I will teach him how to break with the demon.
If not, I'll strip him of his powers as I have taken hers.
Now just a minute.
Now I understand why Howl refused to come here.
Something's not right.
Forcing your aged guests to climb stairs, dragging them
into strange rooms... It's like a trap.
You call Howl heartless!
Yes, he's selfish and cowardly and unpredictable.
But he's straight as an arrow. He only wants to be free.
Howl won't turn into an evil monster.
He'll battle the demon on his own.
I believe in him.
Mrs. Pendragon... You're in love with Howl.
Howl... Howl's coming?
I want Howl's heart, I want it!
That's enough from you. Howl's not coming.
Howl will most certainly come.
Now, I've found his weakness.
Your Majesty.
As you are.
How are you feeling?
Thank you for asking
Meetings bore me. I flew out for a breather.
How lovely.
These are...?
This is Wizard Howl's mother.
I see.
I appreciate it, but I don't intend to win any war with magic.
It's true that Suliman's powers shield our palace from bombs.
But they just fall on neighboring towns.
That's how magic works. Right, Suliman?
Such eloquence today, Your Majesty.
Suliman!
This is the final battle. This time, we'll beat them to a pulp.
Suliman, you've outdone yourself with that double. Await good news.
Thank you kindly.
Have my generals assembled?
It's been awhile, Howl.
Delighted to see you doing so well.
I saw right through you.
Not a very clever disguise.
I've kept my oath.
I've no wish to fight you.
I'll take my mother.
I won't let you go.
Don't look down, you'll be dragged down.
It's time I showed your mother what you really are.
Howl, don't! It's a trap!
Hold tight!
Sophie, sit up front.
Oh, no, Sophie, you brought the whole gang along.
Nice doggie.
You're just Suliman's spy.
Oh, well, too late to toss you now.
Sophie, you steer.
What! I can't possibly!
They're after us.
I'll tackle them. Fly straight to the castle in the Wastes.
What! That's impossible!
Don't worry, the ring will guide you.
Summon Calcifer with your heart.
Summon Calcifer?
It's glowing!
Follow the light. You'll be there by nightfall.
Why send me to Suliman if you were coming yourself?
Your presence gave me the courage for it.
She's too terrible to face on my own.
You've saved me. I was in grave danger back there.
Don't let go!
- You're good - Stop joking!
We've got a lead now.
I can give you 5 minutes of invisibility, now's your chance.
Howl!
No, thank you.
Thank you. That's the most fun I've had in ages.
I supposed Howl thinks he's escaped...
His mother's awfully young.
We're not far. That's my hometown.
Don't look so friendly. I don't trust you.
The castle. They've come to meet us!
Sophie!
Markl, help!
I don't know how to stop this thing!
Sophie!
Doggie.
Markl!
I'm home.
Sophie, are you hurt?
You're home!
Thank you for coming to meet us.
Oh, no, you've gone too far.
I wonder if Howl's back.
Howl?
Howl? Is it you?
Are you hurt? In pain?
Stay away.
I want to help you.
I want to break the spell you're under.
You can't even break your own spell!
But I love you!
Too late.
Howl!
Howl must be back.
Sophie, you'd better figure out how to break my spell quick.
We're both running out of time.
Meaning Howl will turn into a monster? Is it true?
I can't tell you that.
I'm a demon.
Calcifer, Suliman told me,
Howl has given you something very precious.
What is it? Where is it?
That's confidential information.
And if I threaten to dump water over you?
How dare you! Howl will die with me!
Good morning, Turnip.
We've got to be brave.
Ready, Sophie!
Ok! Open wider, Calcifer!
Here goes! Push!
Heave!
I... said... move!
Come on!
They call it a castle, but once you get inside, it's a junk heap.
It's time to eat!
Here, old girl.
But, Sophie she's the Witch of the Waste.
No need to worry.
Why's she staring at me?
Such a pretty fire.
Howl!
Hello, everyone.
- Welcome home. - Master Howl, can we keep this puppy?
An old Witch and Madam Suliman's dog.
Why'd you let them in, Calcifer?
Don't look at me!
They blew in with Sophie.
Sophie, always dramatic...
So you're Turnip.
You're under quite a spell, too.
Seems everyone in our little family is complicated...
He's so handsome.
This is a busy day. We're moving.
Moving?
Oh, good. There aren't any shops, here in the middle of nowhere.
Madam Suliman can track us down in no time, here.
But you'll have to stay behind. The magic in your spell's too risky.
All right, that's done.
Take it away, Calcifer.
Excellent.
Stay right where you are.
Be gentle...
Here goes.
We've moved. You can get up now.
Amazing, Master! It's so grand!
What a pretty fire.
This is...
I added a bathroom. For our growing family.
Sophie, come here! Sophie!
I added a bedroom, too. Go in.
This is... why?
I thought it would suit you. Do you like it?
Yes, it's perfect for a housekeeper.
I got you new clothes, too. Open them later. Next.
Sophie! Come here! Quick!
A courtyard!
There's a shop, too.
Let's go, Heen!
See that new color on the dial? There's a new exit.
My gift to you, Sophie. Step outside.
It's my secret garden.
Beautiful.
Did you make it with your magic?
Only a little, to help the flowers.
Thank you, Howl!
It's like I'm dreaming.
Sophie.
How mysterious. I feel I've been here before.
I could cry with happiness.
Come.
Look.
A sweet little house!
My favorite hideaway.
When I was little I spent my summers there alone.
Alone?
My Uncle, the Wizard,
left it to me in secret.
Make yourself at home there, Sophie.
What's wrong?
I'm scared.
I'm afraid you'll go off and disappear somewhere, once I'm inside.
Howl, tell me the truth.
I don't mind if you're a monster.
I want to make sure that you'll all live comfortably.
Why not a flower shop, with all these flowers?
You'd be good at it, Sophie.
And then, you'd go away?
I want to help you, Howl.
I'm not beautiful and I'm only good at cleaning...
Sophie, you are beautiful.
The good thing about being old is that you've so little to lose...
Why's that flying here?
A battleship?
On its way to burn cities and people.
- The enemy's? Ours? - What difference does it make?
Murderers.
Look at all those bombs.
It stopped.
Did you do that?
I'm just tinkering. It won't crash.
Howl!
Oops, looks like they're onto us.
Madam Suliman's deputies. Let's go back.
Run! Move those legs!
Hurry on in!
No! Don't let go!
What happened, Sophie?
I've had it with this place!
Good night, Sophie.
Good night.
Don't worry about Master Howl, Sophie.
Sometimes, he's gone for days on end.
Thank you, Markl.
- Need the toilet? - I'm fine.
Good night.
You're in love.
Sighing away like that.
I thought so.
Were you ever in love?
Of course I was. I'm still in love.
What?
Men, why ever should we want them...
But a young man's heart is so delicious!
Unbelievable.
And so adorable, too.
- What is that? - Air raid siren.
Air raid?
It's not for here.
But best not go out tonight.
Suliman's creatures are searching high and low
for our house.
What a good fire, hiding us so well
Sophie, a stranger got in!
Mother?
Sophie!
Where have you been? I searched for you everywhere!
But, oh, look how you've aged!
It's all my fault!
I'm so sorry, Sophie!
Mother...
I barely recognize the house.
Who is that?
Oh, your landlady.
Sophie, I've got a new husband!
He's such a wonderful man.
And he's rich, too! We can all live together again.
You'll never have to clean again.
But I'm happy here...
Really?
Oops, I forgot!
My car's waiting. I've got to run.
I'm so glad I found you again.
We'll really catch up next time.
In the meantime, you take care.
A peeping-bug, eh?
The oldest trick in the book, Suliman.
All yours, Cal.
May you find happiness, Mother.
Thank you. You too, Sophie.
I've done what I was told. Take me back to my husband.
Yes, I'm sure Madam Suliman will be pleased.
Forgive me, Sophie...
Look at all these people.
They're all running away. The town will be empty.
Do you wish to run, too?
That's what that lady spoke of...
So, she did. I'm glad we made up.
Don't go, Sophie!
I love you, Sophie. Please stay.
I love you, too, Markl. Don't worry, I won't go.
Really!
Are we a family?
Yes, we're family
Oh, good!
I'll never let Suliman get hold of Howl.
But the paper says we won.
Only fools swallow such lies.
How strange. I can't get Calcifer going.
Grandma, will you stop that?
Such an awful stink.
Why deny an old lady her pleasures.
Open the window, Markl
I wouldn't open that now...
In Calcifer's present state, he can't possibly
keep them out.
Markl!
Close it quick!
Look after Grandma, Markl. I'll check on the shop.
How dare you, now?
If you've energy to spare, put out the fires.
Howl!
Dramatic as usual...
Howl!
I'm sorry. I had too many enemies, tonight.
Howl, oh, Howl!
Master Howl! Sophie!
Calcifer, be strong.
Madam, was that a gift from Suliman?
That granny fed me something nasty!
Why, if it isn't Howl!
I feel we need a nice long chat.
Likewise, Madam.
But we've no time, now.
How unlike you. You're not running away.
Until later, then.
Stay here, Sophie. Calcifer will protect you.
I'll see to things outside.
Wait, Howl!
Don't go! Please stay.
Another round of bombs is coming. Even Calcifer can't stop those.
Let's run away! Don't fight.
I'm through running away.
I've finally found someone I want to protect...
You.
Howl!
That's our town.
There's Howl.
Howl!
Sophie! Turnip...
Markl, come inside!
Move? You're nuts. There's nothing there.
No, as long as we stay here, Howl will keep fighting.
He's better off a coward. Grandma, get up.
Going for a stroll?
Suliman will find us, right away!
She already has. At this rate, Howl will never make it back alive.
Sophie!
The castle's falling apart.
That's all right. Markl, take Grandma.
Sure.
You, too, hop up now.
I can't! My contract says I can't leave the fireplace.
If you two can't solve this, I'll do it for you.
Watch it!
Cut it out! Cut it out!
If I leave, the house will collapse.
Fine!
We're out.
I'd better go last.
Even I don't know what'll happen...
I told you, it would collapse.
Rain!
Is that heading for town?
Look after Grandma, Markl.
Turnip, find us a way in.
Don't worry, Grandma. I'll take care of you.
Markl, we can get in here.
The roof's leaking. I'll go out.
Wait here.
It's wet here...
Hurry!
Too damp!
Bring Grandma here, Markl.
The castle's empty.
I told you, if we'd stayed put, Howl and I could've handled it.
Calcifer, please. You're my last hope.
I want to go to Howl. Move the castle.
I know you can do it. You're so strong.
But there's no chimney here...
And the wood's damp...
As the saying goes, "The best blaze brightest
in adversity".
I've heard that, but...
You really think so?
You're so pretty, Cal.
Sit here, Grandma.
Then, give me something of yours, Sophie.
Of mine?
I can't do it alone. How about your eyes?
My eyes?
This?
Amazing, Calcifer! You are the best!
Imagine what I could do with your eyes and your heart.
Heart! You have a heart?
Oh, my!
There's Howl. He's trapped!
Hurry, Calcifer!
Don't!
Grandma!
Stop it!
Howl's heart!
Cut it out!
Grandma!
It's hot, hot!
Let go!
You'll die, Grandma!
No, it's mine!
Sophie!
She's so mean. That's mine.
Oh, no, Heen, look what I've done. I poured water on Calcifer.
What if I've killed Howl, too?
It's moving... Is Howl alive?
Show me where he is.
The castle door...
Heen...
Howl...
This must be Howl's childhood...
Howl! Calcifer!
It's Sophie! Wait for me! I promise I'll come back for you!
Wait for me in the future!
I'll walk there. Heen, I'll walk.
I can't stop crying.
Howl.
I'm sorry I took so long.
You've been waiting all this time.
Take me to Calcifer.
Is he dead?
No, he's fine.
Grandma...
Don't look at me. I don't have anything.
Please.
Grandma.
You want it that badly?
Yes.
Oh, well, in that case... You'd better take good care of it.
There.
Thank you, Grandma.
Calcifer.
Sophie... I'm all worn out.
If I give Howl's heart back, will it kill you?
Probably not, if you do it, Sophie.
After all, we both survived the water you dumped on me.
I'd better try, then.
It's all warm and fluttery like a little bird.
It's still only a child's heart.
May Calcifer live a thousand years,
and may Howl recover his heart...
I'm alive!
I'm free!
He moved, he's alive!
You broke Calcifer's spell!
Turnip!
Turnip, are you Ok?
I'll get you a new stick, right away.
Thank you, Turnip.
Thank you, Sophie.
I'm a prince from the next kingdom.
A cruel spell turned me into a scarecrow.
A spell that only your beloved's kiss could break.
Exactly. And if Sophie hadn't saved me,
I would have died.
My, you're good-looking.
What a racket! What's the fuss?
I feel terrible. Like I'm trapped under a stone.
Oh, yes, a heart's a heavy burden.
Oh, Sophie, your hair is just like starlight.
It's so beautiful.
I love you, Howl! How wonderful!
So, now you see how Sophie feels.
You'd best go home and make them stop this war.
That's exactly what I shall do.
When the war is over, I shall return.
"A fickle heart is the only constant in this world."
My, you have a way with words
I'll wait for your return, then
Why should you contact me now?
What on earth have you been up to?
A happy ending, I see.
You two-timer.
Well, there it is.
Bring the Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense.
Let's put an end to this foolish war.
It's Calcifer!
You didn't have to come back.
I really missed you all. Besides, it looks like rain...
Thank you, Calcifer.
Though we slipped apart
Like sunlight through the leaves
The promise of love
Will live on eternally
Even though I'm alone now
My tomorrows are boundless
Like the kindness you showed me
Hidden in the night
Somehow I lost you
Among all my memories
In a brook's gentle laughter
In the scent of a flower
In the depth of the sky
You will live on eternally
From the Novel By Diana Wynne Jones
Music By Joe HISAISHI
Theme Song Performed By Chieko BAISHO
Production Studio Ghibli
Producer Toshio SUZUKI
Written and Directed By Hayao MIYAZAKI
The End