Mary Norton’s novel 'The Borrowers', which inspired The Secret World of Arrietty, was originally published.
Studio Ghibli officially announced the production of The Secret World of Arrietty, an adaptation of The Borrowers novel.
The movie The Secret World of Arrietty was released and premiered in Japan to public and critical acclaim.
The movie was released in several international markets including the United States, increasing its global recognition.
Arrietty and her family move into the house and set up their secret home beneath the floorboards of a human family's residence.
Arrietty meets Sho, the human boy, when she is caught borrowing supplies from his room, marking the beginning of their unusual friendship.
Sho discovers the secret dwelling of Arrietty's family beneath the floorboards, which deepens their connection but also puts the Borrowers at risk.
Arrietty's mother falls ill, prompting Sho and Arrietty to seek help and consider the dangers their friendship imposes on the Borrower family.
Due to increased risk from Sho's knowledge and human interference, Arrietty's family decides to leave the house and find a new safe home.
