BURBANK, Calif., January 17, 2003 - The Walt Disney Studios proudly present Hayao Miyazaki's SPIRITED AWAY, a Studio Ghibli film, the acclaimed cinematic triumph from Japan's most renowned filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, now available on a 2-disc DVD and on VHS. This amazing animated masterpiece, a treasure for the entire family, includes both a stellar English language voice cast (produced by Disney/Pixar's "Toy Story" and "A Bug's Life" director John Lasseter) and the original Japanese language track (on the DVD). Presented in a pristine digital picture and Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound, SPIRITED AWAY on DVD offers a range of fascinating bonus features, including a behind-the-scenes featurette on the film's voice talent, a look at the film's amazing production art, an introduction by John Lasseter, and more. SPIRITED AWAY's U.S. theatrical run has been greeted with wild enthusiasm from critics and audiences everywhere, and the movie has earned an enviable number of awards to date, including Best Animated Feature wins from the prestigious New York Film Critics Circle, the Los Angeles Film Critics Association and the National Board of Review.

A milestone work of unparalleled brilliance, Miyazaki's SPIRITED AWAY is available on 2-disc DVD for $29.99 (S.R.P.) and on VHS for $19.99 (S.R.P).

SPIRITED AWAY features a top-notch lineup of vocal talents. Daveigh Chase, the voice of Lilo in Disney's "Lilo & Stitch," plays the title role of Chihiro, SPIRITED AWAY's 10-year-old heroine. The film also stars Suzanne Pleshette ("The Lion King II: Simba's Pride," TV's "The Bob Newhart Show"), Jason Marsden ("An Extremely Goofy Movie"), Susan Egan ("Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure"), David Ogden Stiers ("Lilo & Stitch," "Beauty and the Beast"), Lauren Holly ("What Women Want," TV's "Picket Fences"), Michael Chiklis (TV's "The Shield"), John Ratzenberger (TV's "Cheers," "Toy Story," "Toy Story 2," "Monsters, Inc."), and Tara Strong (TV's "Rugrats" and "The Powerpuff Girls").

The English language version of SPIRITED AWAY is executive produced by John Lasseter, the Academy Award winning** director of Disney/Pixar's "Toy Story," "A Bug's Life" and "Toy Story 2." Lasseter states, "We're incredibly busy at Pixar, but when I was asked to help with this I said 'yes' without any hesitation because I wanted to see this film come to America. And I wanted it to happen in a way that would be really respectful of the masterpiece Miyazaki created. He is one of the greatest filmmakers of our time and he has been a tremendous inspiration to our generation of animators. 'Toy Story' owes a huge debt of gratitude to him."

SPIRITED AWAY has won over the hearts of film-lovers young and old. The movie has earned the honor of being the best critically reviewed film of the year, based on Metacritic.com's website, which tallies critical reviews nationwide.

SPIRITED AWAY is the story of a 10-year-old girl, Chihiro (Daveigh Chase) who follows her parents (Michael Chiklis and Lauren Holly) into a seemingly abandoned amusement park. When night falls, Chihiro finds herself whisked away to an utterly fantastic place where spirits are real. Chihiro must learn to overcome her fears as she faces a set of unique challenges in a world as incredible as any ever seen in cinema. A fun and enchanting story for the entire family brimming with creativity and stunning animation, SPIRITED AWAY takes audiences on a journey filled with the wonder of imagination.

On 2-Disc DVD, SPIRITED AWAY includes:

• Original Japanese language track
• Introduction by John Lasseter (director of Disney/Pixar's "Toy Story," Toy Story 2," "A Bug's Life")
• Behind The Microphone - English voice talent featurette
• The Art of SPIRITED AWAY
• Select Storyboard To Scene Comparison
• Original Japanese trailers
• English subtitles
• English language track - in Dolby® Digital 5.1 Surround Sound
• French language track

KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE

Now Available On DVD For The FIRST TIME

Walt Disney Home Entertainment Presents A Studio Ghibli Film
KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE

All-Star Vocal Cast Includes Kirsten Dunst, Phil Hartman, Matthew Lawrence, Debbie Reynolds and Janeane Garofalo

The Classic Animated Family Film From Hayao Miyazaki

BURBANK, Calif., January 17, 2003 - A "bewitching" cast of celebrity vocal talent highlights the first-ever DVD release of one of the most highly acclaimed international animated films of all time, as Walt Disney Home Entertainment presents a Studio Ghibli film, KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE, now available on DVD. Created by the legendary animation filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE is a heartwarming family treat that features the stellar voice skills of Kirsten Dunst ("Spider-Man"), the late Phil Hartman (TV's "News Radio"), Matthew Lawrence (TV's "Boy Meets World"), Debbie Reynolds ("Mother") and Janeane Garofalo ("Big Trouble"). The 2-disc DVD has many bonus features including the original Japanese language track. This charming coming-of-age tale of a spunky 13-year-old girl named Kiki and her talking cat has won over audiences worldwide. A sparkling gem of a family film with stunningly beautiful animation, KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE is priced at a collectible $29.99 (S.R.P.) on 2-disc DVD. The new VHS edition $19.99 (S.R.P.) includes the special bonus featurette on the voice talent, "Behind The Microphone."

KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE is the tale of a resourceful young witch named Kiki (Kirsten Dunst). Upon reaching her 13th birthday, Kiki must leave home to find her place in the world. Along with her hilarious, outspoken black cat Jiji (Phil Hartman), Kiki flies off to a new town where she becomes the resident witch, using her broom to create a delivery service for a local bakery. Facing the "ups and downs" of growing up, Kiki learns valuable lessons about friendship, trust, disappointment and reward while discovering her own unique talents and a new friend, the inventive and enthusiastic Tombo (Matthew Lawrence).

Hollywood legend Debbie Reynolds is the caring grandmother figure, Madame; and comedienne Janeane Garofalo is Kiki's quirky artist friend, Ursula. Kiki learns that everyone - even a young witch - has to search and work hard to find happiness and fulfillment.

On 2-disc DVD, KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE includes:

• Original Japanese language track
• Introduction by John Lasseter (director of Disney/Pixar's "Toy Story," Toy Story 2," "A Bug's Life")
• Behind The Microphone - English voice talent featurette
• Original Japanese trailers
• Original Japanese storyboards
• English subtitles
• English language track in Dolby® Digital 5.1 Surround Sound
• Spanish language track

Walt Disney Home Entertainment is distributed by Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc., a recognized industry leader. Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc., is the marketing, sales and distribution company for Walt Disney, Touchstone, Hollywood Pictures, Miramax, Dimension and Buena Vista videocassettes and DVDs.

CASTLE IN THE SKY

THE LEGENDARY ANIMATED CLASSIC
FINALLY AVAILABLE ON DVD AND VHS!

Walt Disney Home Entertainment Presents A Studio Ghibli Film

CASTLE IN THE SKY

All-Star Vocal Cast Includes James Van Der Beek, Anna Paquin, Cloris Leachman, Mandy Patinkin, Mark Hamill, Andy Dick

Incredible Animated Family Film From Hayao Miyazaki

BURBANK, Calif., January 17, 2003 - From Hayao Miyazaki, often called "the Walt Disney of Japan," comes CASTLE IN THE SKY, an incredible animated adventure on DVD (on 2-discs) --now available. A legendary film among animation fans and film buffs, CASTLE IN THE SKY enjoys its first-ever English language release with an all-star lineup of vocal talent, a lush music score and bonus DVD features.

One of the most prominent and influential figures in international animation today, Miyazaki's engaging films are known and loved across the globe for their compelling characters, entertaining plots and stunning animation. His work is a source of inspiration for fellow animators worldwide. Walt Disney Home Entertainment proudly presents a Studio Ghibli film, CASTLE IN THE SKY, priced to own for $29.99 (S.R.P.) on a 2-disc DVD and $19.99 on VHS.

The spirited cast of CASTLE IN THE SKY includes James van der Beek ("The Rules of Attraction," TV's "Dawson's Creek"), Academy Award® winner* Anna Paquin ("25th Hour, "X-Men"), Academy Award winner** Cloris Leachman ("The Last Picture Show," TV's "The Mary Tyler Moore Show"), Mandy Patinkin (TV's "Chicago Hope"), Mark Hamill ("Star Wars") and Andy Dick (TV's "Less Than Perfect," "NewsRadio"). The DVD also includes the original Japanese language track

CASTLE IN THE SKY takes audiences on a fantastic journey to a mythical retro-future full of amazing landscapes and wonderful flying machines. Pazu (James van der Beek), a young boy, finds the beautiful girl Sheeta (Anna Paquin) slowly descending from the sky wearing a mysterious crystal, one that allows her to float in the air. Sheeta can't remember the crystal's secret, but it becomes the target of a band of rabble-rousing sky pirates, led by their hilarious leader (Cloris Leachman). Soon sinister agents are after them as well, along with the treacherous man called Muska (Mark Hamill). The chase leads them all to an astonishing castle in the sky, where a long-slumbering civilization waits with incredible surprises.

This new DVD and VHS release features a sweeping new score by composer and Miyazaki collaborator Joe Hisaishi.

On 2-Disc DVD, CASTLE IN THE SKY includes:

• Original Japanese language track
• Introduction by John Lasseter (director of Disney/Pixar's "Toy Story," Toy Story 2," "A Bug's Life")
• Behind The Microphone - English voice talent featurette
• Original Japanese trailers
• Original Japanese storyboards
• English subtitles
• English language track in Dolby® Digital 5.1 Surround Sound
• French language track

Walt Disney Home Entertainment is distributed by Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc., a recognized industry leader. Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc., is the marketing, sales and distribution company for Walt Disney, Touchstone, Hollywood Pictures, Miramax, Dimension and Buena Vista videocassettes and DVDs.

*Anna Paquin Academy Award® Winner, Best Supporting Actress, "The Piano," 1993
**Cloris Leachman, Academy Award® Winner, Best Supporting Actress, "The Last Picture Show," 1971

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