The highly anticipated You and Idol Precure Film (Eiga Kimi to Idol Precure♪) has revealed an exciting roster of new and returning voice actors, alongside details of its theatrical release and plot. The film, which premiered on September 12, features a blend of established Precure talent and new additions, including prominent voice actresses and real-world idol cameos, setting the stage for the franchise’s 22nd major cinematic entry.
Key New Cast Members Join Precure Favorites
The movie introduces several new voices to the Precure universe, expanding the ensemble for the Super Miracle Idol Festival on Aiai Island. Maaya Uchida joins the cast as Tera, a distinctive red-haired character who harbors a disdain for idols. Accompanying her is Ayane Sakura, who lends her voice to Amas, the legendary goddess revered on Aiai Island. Additionally, comedian Atsuhiro Tsuda of the duo Diane makes his debut as Totto, the chairman of the Super Miracle Idol Festival’s organizing committee, an original character for the film.
These new talents join the main cast already familiar to fans of the You and Idol Precure television series:
- Misato Matsuoka as Cure Idol/Uta Sakura
- Minami Takahashi as Cure Wink/Nana Aokaze
- Natsumi Takamori as Cure Kyun-Kyun/Kororo Shigure
Notably, Misato Matsuoka takes on a dual role, also voicing a pivotal “legendary idol” within the film’s narrative. The five Precure girls, voiced by their respective cast members, perform the film’s theme song, “♪HiBiKi Au Uta♪”.
Real-World Idols Make Special Guest Appearances
Adding another layer of excitement, the film features guest appearances from real-world idol figures. Nagisa Shibuya, a former member of the idol group NMB48, makes her voice acting debut as a unique zombie idol. Furthermore, three members of the idol group ≠ME are cast as “animal idols” within the in-film group Safari: Moeko Kanisawa as a deer idol, Momo Sakurai as a pheasant idol, and Saya Tanizaki as a wolf idol.
Plot and Setting of the “You and Idol Precure” Film
The You and Idol Precure Film is set against the vibrant backdrop of Aiai Island, where the “Super Miracle Idol Festival,” billed as the “#1 idol festival in the universe,” is taking place. The story sees Uta and the other Precure characters engaging with idols from across the globe, leading to Uta’s encounter with the idol-averse Tera.
The film also serves as a cross-franchise event, with characters from the two preceding Precure main anime entries, Soaring Sky! Pretty Cure and Wonderful Precure!, slated to make appearances.
The Precure Legacy and Theatrical Experience
You and Idol Precure marks the 22nd installment in the long-running magical girl franchise, with the television series having premiered earlier this year on February 2. Fans can currently stream the series on Crunchyroll.
As a special incentive for moviegoers, attendees of junior high school age or younger receive one of two randomly distributed light-up “Miracle Aiai Bracelets” upon entering theaters. The film’s nationwide concert tour, featuring the theme song, includes live viewing streams of its final stop at participating theaters, offering an immersive experience for fans.
