Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli Films Are His Most Well Known, But These 8 Anime He Worked On Are Amazing As Well

Hayao Miyazaki is almost universally recognized as the visionary behind Studio Ghibli’s most beloved works like Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, and many more. His distinct artistic style, environmental themes, and nuanced characters have become hallmarks of animated cinema. But Miyazaki's legacy extends far beyond Ghibli. Before co-founding the studio in 1985, he spent decades honing his craft across various anime productions, many of which laid the foundation for his later masterpieces.