WORLDWIDE — The latest installment in the long running Pretty Cure franchise, Star Detective Precure, is now streaming globally on Crunchyroll, giving international audiences access to new episodes alongside their Japanese broadcast.
The magical girl series marks the twenty third main entry in the Precure saga and continues the franchise’s steady expansion beyond Japan.
Premiere and simulcast rollout
Star Detective Precure made its Japanese debut on February 1, 2026, airing on ANN network stations including Asahi Broadcasting Corporation and TV Asahi. The season occupies the franchise’s established Sunday morning timeslot and introduces a detective inspired concept that blends magical girl action with mystery storytelling.
Crunchyroll began streaming the series on January 31, 2026, providing near simultaneous access to viewers in North America, Central and South America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Australia, and additional territories. Subtitles are available in English and other languages depending on region, reinforcing the platform’s commitment to timely official releases.
A detective themed evolution of Precure
Produced by Toei Animation, the new season centers on a young girl who travels back to 1999, discovers a passion for detective work, and teams up with allies to confront a band of thieves and other supernatural threats using the powers of the Precure.
The detective motif distinguishes this entry within the long running franchise. It also marks the first time in a decade that a mainline Precure title incorporates kanji characters, signaling a stylistic shift while maintaining the series’ core themes of friendship and courage.
Cast, production team, and weekly releases
The series features performances by Hikari Senga as Cure Answer and Kaede Hondo as Cure Mystique. Direction is led by Koji Kawasaki, with series composition by Isao Murayama. The opening theme and soundtrack continue the vibrant musical tradition that has defined Precure for more than two decades.
New episodes premiere every Sunday in Japan and stream on Crunchyroll shortly after broadcast, enabling fans worldwide to follow the unfolding story in real time. The simulcast model remains central to the franchise’s international growth strategy.
As Star Detective Precure continues its run, global audiences can tune in weekly on Crunchyroll to follow its mystery driven magical girl adventures.