Schoolgirls transform to defend Earth from darkness.
Usagi Tsukino, a clumsy crybaby, discovers she is Sailor Moon, a Pretty Guardian destined to save Earth from forces of evil. She bands together with other Sailor Guardians to fight various villains and search for a legendary princess and the Silver Crystal.
Production context, airing history, and cultural significance
Sailor Moon is one of the most influential and beloved magical girl anime series of all time. Based on the manga by Naoko Takeuchi, the series aired from 1992-1997 with 200 episodes across five seasons, plus specials, films, and a modern remake (Sailor Moon Crystal).
Contains fantasy violence and peril. Some episodes feature mature themes; generally appropriate for most audiences but parental guidance suggested for younger viewers.
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The original 1990s Sailor Moon anime series consists of 200 episodes, spanning five seasons: Sailor Moon, Sailor Moon R, Sailor Moon S, Sailor Moon SuperS, and Sailor Moon Sailor Stars.
Sailor Moon was created by manga artist Naoko Takeuchi.
The original 1992 anime is known for its humor and numerous 'filler' episodes that expanded on the characters, while Sailor Moon Crystal (2014) is a more faithful adaptation of the original manga's plot and art style, with fewer episodes.
The core group, often called the Inner Senshi, consists of Sailor Moon (Usagi Tsukino), Sailor Mercury (Ami Mizuno), Sailor Mars (Rei Hino), Sailor Jupiter (Makoto Kino), and Sailor Venus (Minako Aino).