The 2017 anime "Action Heroine Cheer Fruits" has arrived on Crunchyroll, offering both English dub and subtitle options for its 12-episode run. Produced by Diomedea, the studio behind "Domestic Girlfriend" and "Ahiru no Sora," the series explores the lives of young women striving to revitalize their town through the theatrical performances of "local heroines"—costumed characters inspired by tokusatsu.
The story centers on Mikan Kise, who steps up to create her own local heroine show after a beloved idol's performance is canceled, much to her sister's disappointment. What follows is a "cute girls doing cute things" narrative focused on the challenges and triumphs of these aspiring performers.
With its complete 12-episode season now available, "Action Heroine Cheer Fruits" presents an opportunity for viewers to binge a charming tale of friendship, ambition, and the power of local entertainment.