Glitter Force

Magical girls combat evil with teamwork and wit

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About Glitter Force

Released: 2015

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-Y7

Run time: 2 Seasons

Cast
Laura Bailey, Kate Higgins, Alex Cazares, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Danielle Nicole, Debi Derryberry, Mary Elizabeth McGlynn, Patrick Seitz, Keith Silverstein

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Glitter Force is a Japanese magical girl anime series that was released in 2015. The show follows a group of five girls, known as the Glitter Force, who are chosen to protect Earth from the evil forces of the Shadow King. Each girl possesses a special power and is able to transform into a glittering superheroine to fight against villains and save the day.

The plot revolves around the girls' adventures as they battle various enemies and work together to protect their town and the world from evil. Along the way, they also learn valuable lessons about friendship, teamwork, and the power of love and hope.

Making / Production

Glitter Force is based on the anime series Smile PreCure! created by Toei Animation. The original series aired in Japan from 2012 to 2013. The English adaptation, Glitter Force, was produced by Saban Brands and premiered on Netflix in 2015.

The show was localized for the Western audience, with changes made to the character names, dialogue, and music. The transformation sequences and action scenes were also reanimated to better suit the new audience. Despite these changes, Glitter Force retained the core themes and storylines from Smile PreCure!

Actors

  • Emily/Joy (Voiced by Laura Bailey) - The leader of the Glitter Force, Emily is a cheerful and optimistic girl who always sees the bright side of things.
  • Kelsey/Lily (Voiced by Kate Higgins) - Kelsey is an athletic and determined girl who loves sports and is always up for a challenge.
  • Lily/April (Voiced by Mary Elizabeth McGlynn) - Lily is a kind and gentle girl who is passionate about music and fashion.
  • April/Chloe (Voiced by Danielle Judovits) - April is a smart and bookish girl who loves science and technology.
  • Chloe/Natalie (Voiced by Erica Mendez) - Chloe is a graceful and elegant girl who enjoys ballet and art.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Glitter Force is the second English adaptation of a PreCure series, following the success of the first adaptation, Glitter Force Doki Doki.
  • The Glitter Force received significant changes in their character designs and costumes compared to the original Smile PreCure! series.
  • The show incorporates elements of friendship, magic, and action, appealing to a wide range of audiences, including both children and adults.
  • Glitter Force features vibrant animation and catchy songs that contribute to the overall enjoyment of the series.

Awards

Quotes

  • "Together, we can overcome any obstacle!" - Emily/Joy
  • "Believe in yourself and your dreams will come true!" - Kelsey/Lily
  • "Music has the power to heal our hearts." - Lily/April
  • "Science is the key to unlocking a brighter future." - April/Chloe
  • "Art allows us to express our innermost emotions." - Chloe/Natalie

Music / Soundtrack