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HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE
Sophie.
We just closed the shop, you've done enough work.
Why don't you come out with us this time?
No, I'd better finish this, you go and have fun.
All right, suit yourself.
Let's go, girls.
- Wait for me! - I'm ready - Do I look okay? - Look, it's Howl's castle!
- Wha'? - Where? - Howl? - Where?
I've never seen it so close!
You think he can see us?
You think Howl is going to town?
He's gone...
No, he's just hiding in the fog from those plains.
Did you hear what happened to that girl, Martha, from South Haven?
They say Howl tore her heart out.
- Now I'm too scared to go out... - What?
Don't worry, he only preys on pretty girls.
All right, let's go.
You guys are mean...
Hey, looks like a little mouse lost its way.
Oh, no... I'm not lost.
This little mouse looks thirsty,
We should take her for a cup of tea.
No thanks, My sister's expecting me.
She's pretty cute for a mouse.
How old are you, anyway? You live around here?
Leave me alone!
You see? Your moustache scares all the girls.
So? I think she's even cuter when she's scared.
There you are sweetheart, sorry I'm late.
I was looking everywhere for you.
Hey, hey, we're busy here.
Are you really?
It looked to me, like the two of you were just leaving.
- Can't... - Stop... - Stop.
Don't hold it against them.
They're actually not all that bad.
Where to? I'll be your escort this evening.
Oh, I’m, uhm, just going to the bakery.
Don't get alarmed, but I'm being followed.
Act normal.
Sorry, looks like you're involved.
This way.
Hold on.
Now... straighten your legs and start walking.
See? Not so hard, is it?
You are a natural.
I'll make sure to draw them off.
But wait a bit before you head back outside.
'Kay.
That's my girl.
There you go.
Do you have any Lettie shaped cookies?
I'd buy some of those.
Here.
What time do you get off?
She was?
Hey, I'm over here, where're you going?
Sophie!
Lettie.
What's going on? Someone just told me that you floated down onto our balcony.
So that did happen, it wasn't a dream...
Lettie, would you like to use my office?
I should really get back to work.
Thank you though.
Wow! He must have been a wizard then.
But he was so kind to me...
He rescued me, Lettie...
Of course he did, he was trying to steal your heart.
You were so lucky, Sophie.
If that wizard were Howl, he would've eaten it.
No, he wouldn't, Howl only does that to beautiful girls.
Don't give me that.
You need to be more careful, it's dangerous out there.
Even the Witch of the Waste is back on the prowl.
Are you listening?
Huh?
Argh...
Lettie, the chocolate éclairs are done.
Okay, I'll be right there.
Thanks.
All right, I'd better get going then.
I just wanted to make sure that you were doing okay.
Hello, Lettie
Hi, how are you doing?
Now, Sophie, do you really want to spend the rest of you life in that hat shop?
The shop was just so important to father and I'm the eldest, I don't mind.
I'm not asking what father would've wanted, I want to know what you want.
Well...
See you later, Lettie.
Good seeing you again.
You too.
I'd better be going.
It's your life, Sophie, do something for yourself for once, will you?
Bye Lettie.
I'm sorry, but the shop's closed now, ma'am.
I could have sworn I locked that door, must've forgotten.
What a tacky shop. I've never seen such tacky, little hats.
Yet, you're by far the tackiest thing here.
I'm afraid you will have to leave now.
The door's over here, ma'am, we're closed.
Standing up to Witch of the Waste, that's plucky.
The Witch of the Waste?
The best part of that spell, is you can't tell anyone about it.
My regards to Howl.
Tha-that's really me, isn't it?
I've got to stay calm.
Now, there's no use panicking, Sophie.
It's a bad dream, that's all, just go inside, go to bed.
You're gonna be fine, Sophie. You're gonna be fine.
I've got to stay calm.
Look who's here!
- You're back! - Welcome home, Ma'am!
- Look at you! - What do you think?
- It's all the rage in Kingsbury. - It's beautiful.
- It's gorgeous. - I know. Our customers will love it.
Sophie!
Sophie?
I'm afraid your daughter hasn't come downstairs yet today, ma'am.
That's strange, I wonder what's wrong.
Sophie?
Sophie!
Don't come in here.
I've got a bad cold.
I don't want you to catch it.
You sound ghastly...
Like some 90 year-old woman.
I'll stay in bed all day, so you go on.
Well... If you insist.
Up we go...
This isn't so bad, now is it?
You're still in good shape, and your clothes finally suit you.
But you can't stay here like this for long.
Ouh, ouh.
Being old is worse than I thought.
- They say their prince is missing. - And they're blaming us.
Unbelievable
Yeah, yeah, it sounds like they're gonna start a war.
That's what I heard.
That's terrible, nobody needs to be at war.
Let's hope the prince turns up soon.
Excuse me, could you use some help?
I'll be fine, but thanks for offering. That was really kind.
Sure, there's room in the back if you'd like, but where are you headed?
Just a little way's farther than where you're going.
You're crazy if you do this, grandma!
There's nothing but witches and wizards out there.
Thank you, I'll keep that in mind.
She's going to the Waste by herself?
Says she's looking for her younger sister.
I'll never get there with these legs...
At least my teeth haven't worn out yet.
That would make a nice cane.
Up we go.
Might be too big.
This is one stubborn branch.
You're not getting the best of this old lady.
Just a scarecrow! I was afraid you were one of those blob men.
But how are you standing on your own, like that?
Your head's a turnip.
I've always hated turnips, ever since I was little.
At least you're not upside down now.
So long.
It's too cold.
And I can still se the town, I've barely moved.
Go away, quit following me, there's no need to thank me, you don't owe me a thing.
I'm sure you have some kind of spell on you,
and I've had more than enough of witches and spells!
So just go find some field and stand in it!
Thank you, this cane is perfect, it's just what I need.
If you'd like to do me one more favour, you could run off and find me a place to stay.
I seem to become quite cunning in my old age.
A battleship.
Why do you get so cold, when you're old?
I'm fatter than ever, yet the wind blows right through me.
Someone's got a fire going, maybe there's a cabin nearby.
You turnip-head, that's Howl's castle.
That is not what I meant when I asked for a place to stay!
Look at that.
They call this a castle?
Is that the way in?
Slow down.
For heavens sake!
Make up your mind, are you gonna let me in, or not?!
Oh, my shawl!
It's nice and warm in there, so I'm going in.
Oh, my shawl, thank you.
I'm sure Howl won't eat the heart of a shrivelled, old lady, like me.
It's been a pleasure meeting you.
Even if you are my least favourite vegetable.
Take care, Turnip-head.
What a dump... When I think "Castle", this is not what I picture.
Well, one nice thing about getting old is nothing frightens you.
I don't envy you lady, that is one bad curse.
Curses are tough, you're gonna have a very hard time getting rid of that one.
The fire spoke.
Let me guess, the curse won't allow you to talk about it, right?
Are you Howl?
No, I'm an extremely powerful fire demon named Calcifer!
I just like to do that once in a while.
A fire demon? Well then, you should be able to break my curse.
Maybe, maybe not.
Listen, if you can find a way to break the spell that's on me.
Then I'll break the spell that's on you. You got it?
If you're a demon, how do I know I can trust you?
You promise to help me, if I help you?
I don't know lady, demons don't make promises.
Then go find someone else.
Come one, you should feel sorry for me.
That spell keeps me stuck in this castle and Howl treats me like I'm his slave.
It burns me up. You gotta keep the water hot, the rooms warm...
- ...keep the castle moving. Come on! - Uh, that's rough.
You ever tried to move a castle?
If you figure out how to break this thing I'm in with Howl, then you can break my spell.
After that, I can easily break the spell that's on you.
All right. It's a deal.
Hey. Lady? Lady!
Hello! Lady!
Hello! Hey, hey, hey.
Lady! Lady!
Hey, let me get over there...
Some big help you're gonna be...
Hey, who's this lady?
Porthaven door!
How'd she get in here?
Stand by.
Mister mayor, good day.
Good afternoon, sir, would the great wizard, Jenkins, be at home?
I'm afraid that my master is out at the moment.
I speak for him in his absence.
An invitation from His Majesty, the King.
The time for war's upon us.
His Majesty requires that every witch and wizard aid our homeland.
Wizard Jenkins must report to the palace immediately. That is all.
I can't believe it's come to this.
And what do you think you're doing here, grandma?
Calcifer said that I could come in.
I did not, she just wandered in here from the Wastes.
She's from the Wastes?
How do we know that she's not a witch?
Do you really think I'd let a witch in here?
Porthaven door again.
Must be a customer.
Stand by.
Yes, my dear child?
My mom sent me to pick up a spell.
- Ah yes, do come in. - Okay.
Just keep quiet and does cause any trouble, grandma.
It's not the Wastes.
Excuse me, granny, are you a witch, too?
That's right, I'm the scariest witch of them all.
Dust your ship with this powder and the winds will favour it.
Thanks.
Farewell, child.
Quit telling lies to our customers.
What about you? You're wearing a disguise.
I have to. I'm practicing my magic.
It's the Kingsbury door.
Stand by.
Good day, would this be the residence of the great wizard, Pendragon?
It is.
I bear an invitation from His Majesty, the King.
Please inform Mister Pendragon, that all witches and wizards are required to report for duty at the palace.
I will inform him right away.
This is the royal city, isn't it?
Move it grandma, or you'll lose your nose.
And stop wandering around.
Leave it alone grandma, I'm getting angry.
This is a magic house, isn't it?
Orh!
So tell me, where does the black one lead?
Only Master Howl knows that.
I need some breakfast, I'm starved.
Don't you want to have some bacon and eggs?
Yeah, but we can't use the fire. Master Howl's not here.
Don't worry, I can cook.
It doesn't matter if you can cook.
Calcifer only obeys Master Howl.
That's right lady, I'm not taking any orders from you.
Oh, there's my hat.
That's better.
All right, Calcifer, let's get cooking.
I don't cook! I'm a scary and powerful fire demon.
How would you like a bucket of cold water in your face?
Or maybe I should tell Howl about our bargain?
Uh! Stupid me, I NEVER should have let her in here!
So, what'll it be?
That's right, that's a good fire.
Here's another curse: May all your bacon burn.
Calcifer is doing what she says...
I think I'd like some tea, too. Do you have a kettle?
Sure.
Hey, hey, hey, what are you doing? Don't get the kettle.
Whose side are you on anyway?
- Ma-Markl? Markl? What are you doing? - Huh?
Master Howl, the Kings messengers were here.
They said you have to report to the palace.
As both Pendragon and Jenkins.
Calcifer, you're being so obedient.
Not on purpose, she bullied me.
Not just anybody can do that.
And you are... who?
Ah, y-you can just call me, Grandma Sophie.
I'm your new cleaning lady, I just started work today.
Give that to me.
Hand me two more slices of that bacon and six more of those eggs
Yummy.
So then... who hired you to clean?
Calcifer did. He's disgusted by how dirty it is in here.
Hmm.
Markl, get the plates.
Wait a second, you're all gonna eat while I do all the work?
Come have some breakfast, Sophie.
Take a seat.
Which do you want?
You only get one, 'cause the rest are dirty.
Looks like I've got my work cut out for me.
Bread, Markl?
Thanks.
Sophie?
Yes, thank you.
So friends, enjoy, bon appétit
Bon appétit
I can't remember the last time we had a real breakfast.
Even the manners are a mess in this house...
So, what do you have hidden in you pocket, Sophie?
Huh?
What is this?
Give it to me.
Scorch marks. Howl, can you read them?
That is ancient sorcery.
And quite powerful, too.
It's from the Witch of the Waste?
"You who swallowed a falling star, oh heartless man"
"Your heart shall soon belong to me."
That can't be good for the table.
Wow, it's gone!
The mark may be gone, but the spell is still there.
Excuse me, my friends, please continue your meal.
Calcifer, move the castle 60 miles to the west.
And while you're at it, make hot water for my bath.
Fine, like moving the castle wasn't hard enough.
You're not working for the Witch of the Waste, are you?
I would never work for that witch, she's the one who...
Actually...
If I ever get my hands on that witch, I'm gonna wring her fat neck!
Finish your breakfast!
I've had enough of this.
You bugs better run, before I bite your heads off.
I'm sick of being treated like some timid, little, old lady.
Hello sir, is my potion ready?
Come back later.
There's a witch on the rampage in there.
Sophie, please.
Sophie, please help me, I'm going out.
Please, get me some firewood quick. Quick, come on.
Hey, please help me.
Hey, wh-what are you doing? No, don't, don't, I'll fall! You crazy lady with tongs!
- You'll be fine. - I'll fall, help!
I'm just sweeping out the ashes.
No, I'm not fine.
Please, I'm... I'm going out.
Please...
Please... I'm falling...
Help! Fall, I'm falling.
Sophie, hurry up, please. Hurry, please.
I'd appreciate it, if you didn't torment my friend.
Master Howl, are you going out now?
Markl, make sure the cleaning lady doesn't get carried away while I'm gone.
Sophie, what did you do now?
She almost smothered me.
If I die, Howl dies too, I hope you know.
Argh, be quiet, you're alright.
Now quit bothering me, I've got a job to do.
Wait, you can't come up here!
Whatever you don't want me to clean, better hide it now.
Save my room for last, okay?
These little outbursts seem to be giving me some energy.
What a mess!
Incredible!
Calcifer, Calcifer!
Are you the one moving the castle?
Of course I am, no one else does any work around here.
I am thoroughly impressed.
You're a first class fire demon, I like your spark.
She likes my spark!
Hah, not ready, not ready!
- It's beautiful. - Yeah, it's called Star Lake.
Hey, what's that stick doing in there?
Oh, dear. Give me a hand, Markl.
It's a scarecrow.
Yep, I've been calling him Turnip-head.
Somehow, he always manages to get stuck upside down.
He keeps following me everywhere.
Seems to have taken a liking to me.
That's weird. Are you sure you're not a witch, Sophie?
Oh yes, I'm the worst kind of witch ever; the kind that cleans.
Quit pulling so hard, Turnip-head.
I think he likes doing the laundry.
Looks like he'll have it dry in no time.
I bet he's some kind of demon.
Calcifer doesn't seem to mind him at all.
You're right, he probably is a demon.
But he led me here, so maybe he's the good kind.
We got all the laundry put away, Sophie.
Oh, thank you, Markl. When you're old, all you want to do is stare at the scenery.
It's so strange.
I've never felt so peaceful before.
You okay? I mean, you smell terrible.
You shouldn't keep flying around like that. Soon, you won't be able to turn back into a human.
Isn't this great? Sophie put these here for me.
This war is terrible.
They've bombed from the southern coast to the northern border. It's only flames now.
I can’t stand the fire in gunpowder.
Those dopy guys have absolutely no manners.
My own kind attacked me today.
Who? The Witch of the Waste?
No, some hack wizards, who turned themselves into monsters for the king.
Those wizards are going to regret doing that.
They'll never change back into humans.
After the war, they won't recall they ever were human.
Hey, aren't you supposed to report to the king too?
I'm tired.
Make some hot water for my bath.
What? Not again.
- Is Howl back? - Yes, he's wasting all my hot water again.
I don't know why we're doing this. Master Howl hardly eats anything.
Too bad.
- Good morning. - Good morning.
Don't you love early morning markets? And just look at the water.
I've never seen the ocean before. It's beautiful.
It always looks like that.
I hate potatoes.
Pay up.
Thanks, have a nice day.
Thank you, come again.
All our fish were caught fresh this morning.
I hate fish.
One of our ships is in the harbour!
It looks like it's on fire!
Looks like there's been a serious battle.
What happened? Sorry lady, we're closed.
- It's our flagship! - The ship, it's sinking.
Come on Sophie, let's get a better look.
No, I've seen all I can take. Let's go home.
I can't believe this, that's our most advanced battleship.
- The Witch's henchmen are here. - What?
Quiet down!
They're only a few feet away.
He's gone.
I don't understand why no one else seem to notice him.
Look! There they are!
- That plane! That's what dropped the bombs! - Look up there, Sophie, it's the enemy's airship.
Sophie, wait up! Sophie!
Ignore the flyers, they're enemy propaganda!
Sophie, are you okay?
I just need a glass of water.
I'll get it.
Sophie, you... you sabotaged me! Look!
Look what you've done to my hair! Look!
What a pretty colour.
It's hideous!
You completely ruined my magic potions in the bathroom.
I just organized things, Howl, nothing's ruined.
Wrong! Wrong!
I specifically ordered you not to get carried away.
Now I'm repulsive...
I can't live like this...
Come on, it's not that bad.
You should look at it now, this shade is even better.
I give up... I seek no point in living, if I can't be beautiful...
- Howl! Cut it out! Howl, no, stop it! Howl! - He's calling the Spirits of Darkness.
I saw him do this once before, when a girl dumped him.
Now Howl, you're all right.
We'll just dye your hair back again. Okay?
Fine! So, you think you've got it bad?
I've never once been beautiful in my entire life!
I've had enough of this place!
Thank you, Turnip-head. How did you get to be so kind?
Sophie, get back inside, we need your help. Howl's in trouble!
Howl, cut it out, cut it out, I'm gonna drown, I'm drowning here Howl!
Sophie! Sophie, help him, please.
Sophie, do something!
Such drama.
Is he dead?
No, he's fine, he's just throwing a tantrum. Come on, give me a hand.
Okay.
- Get the hot water running. - Right!
Come on, Howl, you can still walk.
Get him cleaned up, Markl.
I will.
Now I have to mop again.
This says they've landed on the coast already.
- Where? - North.
Howl, I'm coming in.
I've brought you some warm milk. Want a sip?
I'll leave it here for you then. Try to drink it, before it gets cold.
Sophie, wait...
Do you want some milk?
The Witch of the Waste is trying to find my castle.
I saw her henchmen at the harbour.
I'm such a big coward, all I do is hide.
And all of this magic is just to keep everybody away.
I can't stand how scared I am.
Howl, why is the Witch of the Waste trying to hunt you down?
She was once quite beautiful, so I decided to pursue her.
Then I realized she wasn't, so as usual, I ran away.
I can't run much longer though, I have to report to the palace.
As both Pendragon and Jenkins...
How many aliases do you have, anyway?
As many as I need to keep my freedom.
Just refuse the King's invitation.
See that?
That's the oath I took, when I entered the Royal Sorcery Academy.
I must report to the palace whenever summoned.
You know, Howl? I think that you should see the King.
What?
Give him a piece of your mind.
Tell him this war is pointless and you refuse too take part, huh?
You obviously don't know what these people are like.
But he's our king. He should want to hear what all his citizens have to say.
I got it!
Why don't you go to the palace for me?
Just say that you're Pendragon's mother.
And your son is such a cowardly wizard, he's too afraid to show his face.
Maybe then, Madam Suliman will finally give up on me.
Who's Madam Suliman?
You're wearing that hat?
After all the magic I used to make your dress pretty...
Take care of him, Markl!
Good luck!
This charm will guarantee you your safe return.
Don't worry, I'll follow behind you in disguise.
Now, off you go!
Why do I feel like this is not going to work?
I wonder what Howl disguised himself as, surely not a crow!
Can't be a pigeon, he's too flamboyant for that.
That could be him...
Look how far I still have to go...
Howl? You disguised yourself as an old dog?
You couldn't think of something a bit more useful?
Do you know how hard it is to do things, when you're old?
Look who's here, the tacky, little girl from the hat shop.
The Witch of the Waste!
Thank you for handing my scorching love note to Howl.
How's he doing, by the way?
He's acting like a big baby.
And he's working me to the bone as his cleaning lady.
How delightful.
So tell me, what business do you have here at the palace?
Job hunting. I'm sick of working for Howl.
And what about yourself?
I received a royal invitation.
That idiot, Suliman, finally realized how much she needs my powers.
If you're so great, why don't you break the spell you put on me?
I'm sorry, dear.
My talent lies in casting spells, not breaking them.
Bye, granny.
Now, just wait a minute. You get back here right now!
If I didn’t have you to worry about, I would have clobbered her.
What on earth is wrong with you two?
Sorry Ma'am, vehicles are prohibited beyond this point.
You must continue on foot.
That Suliman...
Using her magic to force me to climb all those godforsaken stairs.
Come on Howl. We can do this, just act natural.
Howl, why are you so heavy?
Wait... Help... I can't make it.
What you say?
You suddenly... remembered... how to break the spell you put on me?
I told you...
I don't know how.
Then start studying!
I don't get it.
Where does she get all that energy?
I have to rest a bit.
Why don't you just give up? You're killing yourself.
I've waited... for 50 years now, to be invited here...
Ever since that Suliman banished me to live in the Wastes.
Well, good luck then.
Too bad I'm not younger, or I'd lend you a hand.
Come on, Howl.
You cold-hearted, old hag.
Next time I'll turn you senile too.
Almost there!
Honoured guest, please follow me.
You should go help her get up these stairs.
I'm strictly forbidden to offer such assistance.
Why, that's so rude, the King himself invited her.
Come on! Let's go!
Don't give up now! Are you a witch or aren't you?
Just shut up.
What happened? You look so much older.
Mrs. Pendragon and the Witch of the Waste!
Pull yourself together.
Isn't this what you've been waiting for?
Mrs. Pendragon and the Witch of the Waste!
Your name's Pendragon? Why does that name sound so familiar?
Uh, because that was the name of my tacky hat shop, don't you remember?
Is that what it was?
Wait in here, please.
A chair!
It's mine!
Howl, get back here.
This way please, ma'am.
Thank you, madam Suliman.
So, you are Howl's mother, are you?
Yes, I'm Mrs. Pendragon.
You must be tired, please have a seat.
Thank you.
I am madam Suliman, His Majesty's head sorceress.
That's not your dog, is it?
His name is Heen.
He's my errand dog, I had him escort you here.
I take it Howl won't be joining us?
He's such a lazy son, he sent me instead.
I'm afraid the King would find him completely useless.
I'm very sorry to hear that.
Howl was the last apprentice I ever took on.
I've never seen such a gifted student.
I was thrilled to have finally found someone talented enough to replace me.
Then on day, his heart was stolen by a demon,
he never returned to complete his apprenticeship,
and from that day forward, he has been using his magic for entirely selfish reasons.
- Mrs. Pendragon. - Yes?
That boy is extremely dangerous.
His powers are far too great for one without a heart.
If he stays selfish, I'm afraid he'll end up just like the Witch of the Waste.
Send her in.
What on earth happened to you?
I just restored her to the age she actually is.
All her powers are gone now.
Once, she too was a magnificent sorcerer with so much promise.
But then she fell prey to a demon of greed, who slowly consumed her body and soul.
Our kingdom can no longer afford to turn a blind eye to these disreputable witches and wizards.
If Howl reports to me and vows to use his magic to serve the kingdom,
I will show him how to break from his demon.
If not, I'll strip him of all his powers, just like her.
That is enough!
Now I understand why Howl was so concerned about coming to see you.
It's a trap!
You lure people here with an invitation from the King and then you strip them of all their powers.
Howl would never be so heartless!
He may be selfish and cowardly and sometimes he's hard to understand,
but his intentions are good. He just wants to be free.
Howl won't come here, he doesn't need your help.
He can fix his problem with his demon on his own.
I am certain of it!
Now I understand, you're in love with Howl.
Howl... Did you say Howl's coming?
I want his heart, his heart belongs to me.
Stop that, just calm down. Howl is not coming here, okay?
Oh, I think he will.
I now know his weakness, Mrs. Pendragon.
Your Majesty.
As you were.
So then, how are you feeling?
I'm fine, thank you.
Thought I'd drop by, rather than sit through a dull war meeting.
What an honour.
Who are your guests?
- This is Howl's mother, Mrs. Pendragon. - Ah.
Thanks for coming, but I've decided not to use magic to win this war.
We have tried using madam Suliman's magic to shield our palace from the enemy's bombs,
but the bombs fall on civilian homes instead.
That's the problem with magic. Right, Suliman?
You're so eloquent today, Your Majesty.
Suliman!
I've got a new battle plan! This time, we're gonna beat them to a pulp!
Suliman, that's the best double you've made of me yet, keep up the good work!
Your Majesty.
- Get my generals assembled! - Sir.
So nice to see you again, Howl.
You're looking well, madam Suliman.
Rather weak disguise, didn't I teach you better?
I'm not trying to outwit you, I kept my oath, I reported when summoned.
Now "mother" and I will go.
I'm afraid not.
Now, whatever you do, don't look down.
It's time to show your "mother" what you really are, Howl.