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Manga!

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BBC's 1994 documentary on the manga and anime phenomenon that was just starting to hit the UK at the time, and its origins in Japan. Presented by Jonathan Ross.

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Cast

JRJonathan Ross
Jonathan Ross
Self - Presenter
HMHelen McCarthy
Helen McCarthy
Self
HMHayao Miyazaki
Hayao Miyazaki
Self
BT
Buichi Terasawa
Self
KOKatsuhiro Otomo
Katsuhiro Otomo
Self

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Manga! — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Manga!?

Manga! isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Manga! on Netflix?

No, Manga! is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Manga! on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Manga! isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Manga! for free?

Manga! isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Manga!?

Manga! hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 25, 1994. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.