The upcoming anime film, Eiga Kimi to Idol Precure♪ (You and Idol Precure♪ The Movie), has announced that comedian Atsuhiro Tsuda, from the popular duo Diane, will join its cast as an original character named Totto. The film is set to premiere in Japanese theaters on September 12, 2025.
Tsuda Joins as Festival Chairman Totto
Atsuhiro Tsuda is set to voice Totto, an original character who holds the significant role of chairman for the “Super Miracle Idol Festival’s organizing committee” within the film’s narrative. This marks a notable addition to the cast, bringing a comedic talent to the magical girl franchise.
Expanding the Cast of Original Characters
Beyond Totto, the You and Idol Precure♪ film has also previously revealed additional new cast members who will portray original characters vital to the movie’s plot. Maaya Uchida has been cast as Tera, a red-haired girl with a disdain for idols, while Ayane Sakura will voice Amas. These characters are expected to play pivotal roles in the story as the main protagonist, Uta, navigates the idol festival.
The Precure Idols and Their Adventure
The film’s story unfolds on Aiai Island during the “Super Miracle Idol Festival,” which is touted as the “#1 idol festival in the universe.” The main Precure girls from the You and Idol Precure♪ television series will take center stage, including Misato Matsuoka as Cure Idol/Uta Sakura, Minami Takahashi as Cure Wink/Nana Aokaze, and Natsumi Takamori as Cure Kyunkyun/Kokoro Shigure. These five Precure characters, voiced by their respective cast members, will perform the film’s theme song, “♪HiBiKi Au Uta♪”. The movie will also feature appearances from characters from previous Precure installments, specifically Soaring Sky! Pretty Cure and Wonderful Precure!.
Context of the Precure Franchise
You and Idol Precure♪ holds the distinction of being the 22nd main anime entry in the long-running Precure franchise. The television series first premiered in Japan on February 2, 2025, and is available for streaming on Crunchyroll. The franchise continues its tradition of captivating audiences with themes of friendship, courage, and magical adventures, now venturing into the vibrant world of idols for its latest cinematic outing.
