The main character of this movie. Howl is a 27-year-old charming young wizard. There is a rumor in the town that Howl would eat the hearts of beautiful women. Although Howl is very talented as a wizard, he is a sissy person, and his mentally immature side is conspicuous. Always escape from unpleasant things. Through his life with Sophie, he gradually matured.
English dubbing actor:
Christian Bale
The heroine of this movie. Sophie is 18 years old and works as a seamstress at a hat shop. One day, she was turned into a 90-year-old lady by a wasteland witch. To break the curse, Sophie left home for a hint. After living in Howl's Castle, Sophie fell into a romance with Howl, and she also rediscovered herself, which made her brave and bold in the second half of her life.
English dubbing actor:
Emily Mortimer (young), Jean Simmons (old)
The devil of fire who signed a contract with Howl. Calcifer obtained Howl's heart from it, but in return, he supplies magical power to Howl and the moving castle and is tied up in the castle. Sophie, who has just met, was asked to help break this deal as Calcifer wants to be free.
English dubbing actor:
Billy Crystal
Howl's disciple boy, who looks like 8-10 years old. When going out or dealing with magical guests, he wears a cloak and a hood to grow a long mustache and change his face to a petite old man. At first, he behaved like an adult, but he began to show an age-appropriate childishness after meeting Sophie.
English dubbing actor:
Josh Hutcherson
Howl's master called Madame Suliman. She is the principal of a magic school and a royal witch who serves the court. Although Suliman is a gentle woman, she seems to be the mastermind who controls everything behind the king.
English dubbing actor:
Blythe Danner
A witch who was banished from the royal palace because she signed a contract with the devil. She is obsessed with youth and beauty, aiming at the heart of Howl', who boasts high magical power. She has a grudge against Suliman, as Suliman banished her from the royal palace.
English dubbing actor:
Lauren Bacall