HuGっと! プリキュア

HUGtto! PreCure, also known as Hug! Pretty Cure, is the 15th installment in the Pretty Cure magical girl anime franchise produced by Toei Animation. It aired in Japan from February 4, 2018, to January 27, 2019. This series revolves around the themes of jobs, dreams, the future, and heroism. The story follows Hana Nono and her friends as they transform into Pretty Cure to fight against the evil Criasu Corporation from the future, aiming to protect the world's future. As the 15th-anniversary series, it incorporates numerous references and homages to past series. Notably, it features crossover episodes with previous Pretty Cure teams, such as Cure Black and Cure White appearing in episode 22. The show also explores social issues, like gender stereotypes, sparking widespread discussions. HUGtto! PreCure is not just an action-packed animation about battles and friendship but also conveys an inspiring message that anyone can become who they want to be through its profound themes and optimistic values.