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The word 'anime' (アニメ) is a Japanese shortening of the English word 'animation', a gairaigo, or foreign loanword.
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Head to head
Hello Kitty’s Animation Theater vs The Cat Returns
| 5.7 | Score | 7.5 |
| 997 | Popularity | 77,957 |
| 26 | Episodes | 1 |
| 2001 | Year | 2002 |
| Ova | Format | Movie |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
AdventureFantasyFairy TaleAnimals
The verdict
On the numbers, The Cat Returns edges it — but they share 4 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedThe Cat Returns scores 75% vs 57%.
- More popularThe Cat Returns has the bigger audience here.
- Shorter commitmentThe Cat Returns is 1 eps vs 26.
- NewerThe Cat Returns (2002) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open Hello Kitty’s Animation Theater or The Cat Returns for the full picture.