Product guide

House (Hausu) DVD, Model CRRN1930DVD

House (Hausu), model CRRN1930DVD, is a DVD of Nobuhiko Obayashi’s 1977 film, described in the listing as a surreal animated ghost story. It suits viewers seeking an offbeat cult film, though the listing’s mixed language details make it worth confirming the exact disc edition before purchase.

At a glance

Obayashi’s 1977 film follows a schoolgirl and six classmates at her aunt’s country home, where they encounter supernatural events.
Listing describes the film’s visual approach as using mattes, animation and collage effects.
English subtitles are listed, alongside conflicting language details that buyers should confirm.

Price

$24.80Save 46%

Reference price: ~~$45.61~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A single-disc DVD edition with English subtitles listed.
The unusual ghost-story premise and stylised visual effects may appeal to fans of unconventional cult cinema.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Film and edition
Title	House
Genre	Animation
Director	Obayashi, Nobuhiko
Studio	Criterion Collections
Release date	26 October 2010
Runtime	1 hour and 28 minutes
Number of discs	1

Audio and video
Media format	Color, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled
Language listed	English
Audio language listed in details	Japanese (Mono)
Actors	Ikegami, Kimiko, Minamida, Yoko, Ohba, Kumiko
Contributors	Ikegami, Kimiko, Minamida, Yoko, Obayashi, Nobuhiko, Ohba, Kumiko

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	1.78 x 19.05 x 13.72 cm; 77.11 Grams

Identification
Item model number	CRRN1930DVD

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing is inconsistent about language: it names English in general fields but lists Japanese (Mono) in the detailed language field. It identifies the format as NTSC and subtitles as English, so confirm that this edition and playback format suit your setup.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in surreal or unconventional Japanese cult cinema.
Collectors looking for the listed Criterion Collections DVD edition.
Film fans comfortable with a Japanese-language feature and English subtitles, subject to confirming the disc details.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a clearly confirmed audio language or a non-NTSC edition without checking the listing.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 1,609 ratings

5 stars85%85%
4 stars9%9%
3 stars3%3%
2 stars1%1%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback describes the film as an eccentric, visually striking and playfully cheesy watch, and reports satisfaction with the DVD’s physical quality. Playback experiences are mixed, with some customers reporting problems and others none. The listed NTSC format and conflicting language information are practical details to consider alongside that playback feedback.

Positive themes

Customers describe the film as visually striking and enjoy its unusual, cheesy fun.
Customers report being pleased with the DVD’s physical quality.

Mixed feedback

Customers report mixed playback experiences, with some experiencing problems and others reporting no issues.
Feedback on value for money is mixed.

Frequently asked questions

What film is on this DVD?

The listing identifies it as House, also known as Hausu, directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi and released in 1977.

What language and subtitles are listed?

English subtitles are listed. The language fields conflict: one says English, while the detailed audio language says Japanese (Mono). Confirm the edition’s audio before buying.

How long is the film?

The stated runtime is 1 hour and 28 minutes.

What video format does the listing specify?

It lists NTSC. Check that your playback equipment supports the format.