TV-Series
Description
"Pretty Rhythm Dear My Future" is the third installment in the Pretty Rhythm franchise, blending elements of music, fashion, and competitive performance. The series centers on the lives of young girls aspiring to become top Prism Stars, performers who combine figure skating-like movements with dazzling fashion shows called Prism Shows. The narrative unfolds in the vibrant world of Prism Stone, a prestigious brand that hosts these competitions.

The protagonist, Aira Harune, is a cheerful and determined middle school student with a passion for fashion and performance. Despite her lack of experience, Aira dreams of becoming a Prism Star like her idol, Rizumu Amamiya. Alongside her are her friends and rivals, Mion Sakurai and Rizumu herself, who each bring unique strengths and challenges to the story. Mion is a skilled and confident performer with a mysterious past, while Rizumu, a former top Prism Star, struggles to reclaim her position after a personal setback.

The plot revolves around the girls' journey through the competitive world of Prism Shows, where they must master the art of Prism Jumps—acrobatic moves synchronized with music and fashion. Aira’s growth is a central focus, as she learns to balance her natural talent with hard work and perseverance. The series explores themes of friendship, rivalry, and self-discovery as the characters face various challenges, including intense competitions, personal insecurities, and the pressure to succeed.

Key arcs include Aira’s rise from a novice to a formidable competitor, Mion’s struggle to overcome her past and embrace her true self, and Rizumu’s journey to regain her confidence and status. The narrative also introduces antagonists like the ambitious and calculating Hibiki Hyuuga, who seeks to dominate the Prism Star world through any means necessary. These conflicts drive the story forward, creating tension and emotional depth.

The series incorporates a mix of episodic competitions and overarching character development, with each Prism Show serving as a platform for the characters to showcase their growth. The integration of music and fashion is a core element, with performances often reflecting the characters’ emotions and evolving styles. The relationships between the main characters are central to the narrative, highlighting the importance of teamwork and mutual support in achieving their dreams.

"Pretty Rhythm Dear My Future" balances lighthearted moments with dramatic stakes, offering a compelling exploration of ambition and personal growth within the competitive world of Prism Stars. The series maintains a focus on its core themes while delivering engaging performances and character-driven storytelling.
Information
Pretty Rhythm Dear My Future
プリティーリズム・ディアマイフューチャー
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 51
Movie/Episode length: 25 min.
Date: 04/07/2012 – 04/30/2013
Categories
Genre
DramaComedyLove DramaRomance
Tags
MagicMusic
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Hello My Future
2I Give You The Sparkling Crown
3Get! My Fan Call
4Revolution of the Heart: Prism Act!
5First Love!? My☆Prince
6Banning Memo Memo Will Trouble Me!
7Struggle to be Leader! Prizmmy☆ General Election
8The Last Member Hates Pointlessness!
9Swaying Heart! Battle of the Handsome Male Designers
10Mia Withdraws!? The Serious Battle With Aira
11The Heart-Beating♥Hot Spring Training Camp With MARs
12Stand Up! My Girl's Soul!
13The Day of Fate Clad in Perfume!
14PURETTY's P-nation of Ups and Downs
15The Excitement of Roses♥The Secret Prince
16Independent Study with Magical Mion!
17The Ruler of the Zoo, Shi Yoon
18Summer Vacation! The Summer-Colored Mermaid
19The Curtain Rises on the Summer Festa! PURETTY GO! GO! GO!
20The Last Note is the Scent of Passion
21Hearts That Take Flight, The Symphonia's Awakening
22Shuffling Hearts With Big Love
23Silver Screen Celebrity Story
24Get the Treasure! The Charms' Big Adventure!
25Healthy is the Best! Prism Cooking
26Black & White Wedding
27Shall We Dance With a New Team?
28Rizumu's Confession. The Word of Love is......
29The I LOVE YOU Offered to the Muse
30The Halloween Coordination is a Love-Mix Concerto
31Cheer! Yeah X2! Let Your Dreams Blossom!
32Wind, Blow! Right Into the Prism Heart
33The Munch Munch Restaurant of Love
34Dance, Dance Teacher!
35So Min's Heart-Throbbing Heartbreak
36Maiden's Competition: Road to Symphonia
37Aira's Decision
38Dreams and the Secret Metamorphosis
39The Silent Princess
40The Secret of the Birth of the Symphonia
41The Pretty Remake of Friendship
42Go! Sky High to the Edge of the Galaxy!
43Stand Up, Star!
44Passion Revolution
45Prelude of the Starry Sky
46Struggle for the Center! The Rival is a Friend?
47Selfish Mia: An Unprecedented Sudden-Cancellation Crisis
48The Curtain Rises! Grateful Symphonia
49The Tomorrow That Will Be Lost
50The Future Me is Number One!
51Dear My Future
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Staff
  • Chief Director
    Chan-Young Park
  • Series Composition
    Deko Akao
  • Storyboard
    Shin Matsuo
    Yutaka Kagawa
    Shuji Iuchi
    Hiroaki Shimura
    Chi Man Park
    Yoshinobu Tokumoto
    Mamoru Enomoto
    Hoon-Chul Choi
    Young-Beom Kim
    Jou Aoba
    Takahiko Kyōgoku
    Geun Sik Song
    Nobuhiro Kondō
    Minoru Ōhara
    Won-Yong Sung
  • Unit Director
    Shin Matsuo
    Yoshinobu Tokumoto
    Mamoru Enomoto
    Takahiko Kyōgoku
  • Original Character Design
    Akio Watanabe
  • Art Director
    Yoshimi Umino
    Hoi Young Lee
  • Art design
    Junko Nagasawa
    Hoi Young Lee
  • Cgi Director
    Yoshihiro Otobe
  • Producer
    Wataru Kubo
    Tomoko Takahashi
    Hae Ran Ha
  • Director
    Masakazu Hishida
  • Script
    Shuji Iuchi
    Deko Akao
    Takashi Ifukube
    Fumi Tsubota
    Hiroko Fukuda
    Hikaru Ariga
  • Episode Director
    Jun Takada
    Yoshinobu Tokumoto
    Mamoru Enomoto
    Jou Aoba
    Kōsuke Kobayashi
    Kazuhisa Ōno
    Ken Katō
  • Music
    Seikou Nagaoka
  • Character Design
    Sang Hoon Cha
  • Animation Director
    Chan-Young Park
    Sang Hoon Cha
    Seong Min Shin
  • Sound Director
    Yukio Nagasaki
  • Director of Photography
    Tae Hee Huh
Production
  • Animation Production
    Tatsunoko Production
    Dongwoo Animation
  • Production
    Tatsunoko Production
    TV Tokyo
    Pretty Rhythm Dear My Future Production Committee
Music
Opening
Ep. 1-13
“Dear My Future ~Mirai no Jibun e~ (Dear My Future ~未来の自分へ~; To the Future Me)”
Ep. 14-26
“BRAND NEW WORLD!!”
Ep. 27-39
“Life is Just a Miracle ~Ikiteru tte Subarashii~ (Life is Just a Miracle ~生きてるって素晴らしい~; It's Wonderful to be Alive)”
Ep. 40-51
“Panpina-! (パンピナッ!;Pump it Up!)”
Ending
Ep. 1-13
“my Transform”
Ep. 14-26
“Cheki☆Love (チェキ☆ラブ;Check It☆Love)”
Ep. 27-39
“Body Rock”
Ep. 40-51
“Shuwa Shuwa BABY (シュワシュワBABY;Fizz Fizz BABY)”
Insert songs
Ep. 12
“EZ DO DANCE”
Ep. 12
“LolitA☆Strawberry in summer”
Ep. 14-15, 19
“1000% Kyun Kyun Sasete Yo♡" (1000%キュンキュンさせてよ♡)”
Ep. 13-21, 49
“Cheki☆Love (チェキ☆ラブ;Check It☆Love)”
Ep. 3-10, 12-15, 19-22, 24-25, 51
“Dear My Future ~Mirai no Jibun e~ (Dear My Future ~未来の自分へ~; To the Future Me)”
Ep. 8, 10
“Dream Goes On”
Ep. 30, 40, 48
Ep. 41, 43-44, 46, 49-50
“Life is Just a Miracle ~Ikiteru tte Subarashii~ (Life is Just a Miracle ~生きてるって素晴らしい~; It's Wonderful to be Alive)”
Ep. 27, 29, 33, 36
Ep. 14, 36
“Never Let Me Down ~Ganbari ya!~" (〜がんばりやぁ!〜)”
Ep. 6-8, 22
“Party driver”
Ep. 38-39, 41-42, 44
“Que sera”
Ep. 14, 48
“Shall We Go?!”
Ep. 40, 43, 45, 49
“Shuwa Shuwa BABY (シュワシュワBABY;Fizz Fizz BABY)”
Ep. 6, 8-9, 18
“Summer day”
Ep. 28, 32, 37
“Thank You-!! (サンキュッ!!)”
Ep. 36, 39, 45
Ep. 1, 32, 48
“You May Dream”
Ep. 2-3, 10-11, 14, 31
“You May Dream ~Aurora Rising Ver.~”
Ep. 31, 34-35, 37
Ep. 6, 12-15, 19-23, 49
“my Transform”