The fourth installment of the long-running Pretty Cure franchise, Pretty Cure Splash Star, is now streaming on Crunchyroll. The series follows Saki Hyuuga, a softball ace, and Mai Mishou, an artistic student, who are chosen by nature spirits to become the new Pretty Cure and protect their world from the forces of Dark Autumn.
Produced by Toei Animation, Splash Star continues the franchise's tradition of action-packed magical girl battles, focusing on themes of environmentalism and the bond between its two protagonists. The anime, which premiered in Winter 2006, holds a 7.29 rating on MyAnimeList and is a complete 49-episode run, offering fans a full story arc.
As a sequel to Futari wa Precure, Splash Star introduces a fresh pair of heroes and their distinct transformation sequences, expanding the universe established by its predecessors. Its availability on Crunchyroll provides an opportunity for both long-time fans and newcomers to explore this chapter of the enduring magical girl saga.
