Magical Angel Creamy Mami (1983)
A beloved pioneer of the magical girl genre, this Studio Pierrot classic enchanted audiences across Japan and beyond for over four decades.
Magical Angel Creamy Mami - Series Information
- Original Title: 魔法の天使クリィミーマミ
- First Air Year: 1983
- Last Air Year: 1984
- Created by: Kazunori Ito
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Kids
- Content Rating (US): NR
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 30 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 52
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: July 1, 1983 (United States - NR), July 1, 1983 (Canada - PG), July 1, 1983 (Australia - G), July 1, 1983 (Mexico - AA), July 1, 1983 (Italy - T), July 1, 1983 (South Korea - ALL)
- Networks: Nippon TV, STV, Chukyo TV, HTV, AT-X, YTV
- Alternative Titles: L'incantevole Creamy (IT), 천사소녀 새롬이 (KR), 我系小忌廉 (HK), Magical Angel Creamy Mami (US), 魔法小天使 (TW), 魔法の天使 クリィミーマミ カーテンコール (JP)
- Production Companies: Pierrot
- Production Countries: Japan
Magical Angel Creamy Mami - Plot
Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel is a magical girl anime series by Studio Pierrot which aired from 1983 to 1984 on Nippon Television. It went on to have five OVA adaptions and featured in other Studio Pierrot special presentations. A three volume manga was released during the original TV run, with the story written by Kazunori Itō and art by Yuuko Kitagawa. This was the first of five magical girl anime to be produced by Studio Pierrot, and the first of these to feature the designs of Akemi Takada. In 2005, the web-poll for TV Asahi's top-100 anime of all time saw Creamy Mami, the Magic Angel poll 82nd. The series is currently streaming in North America via Yomiuri Group's planned Anime Sols video service, as of spring 2013. Thus far, a limited DVD release of the first thirteen episodes has been successfully crowd-funded at Anime Sols, with the second set of episodes currently in crowd-fund mode.
Where to Watch Magical Angel Creamy Mami
Looking for where to watch Magical Angel Creamy Mami?
Compare all viewing options available in your region on JustWatch ↗
Magical Angel Creamy Mami - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Kazunori Ito
Main Cast
- Takako Ohta
- Kazuhiko Inoue
- Saeko Shimazu
- Kaneta Kimotsuki
- Mika Doi
- Sukekiyo Kameyama
- Yuko Mita
- Masahiro Anzai
- Yu Mizushima
- Joji Yanami
Writers
- Kazunori Ito
- Michiru Shimada
- Hiroshi Toda
- Tokio Tsuchiya
- Shigeru Yanagawa
Magical Angel Creamy Mami - FAQs
What is Magical Angel Creamy Mami about?
Magical Angel Creamy Mami follows a young girl who gains magical transformation abilities, allowing her to become a teenage pop idol. Produced by Studio Pierrot and aired on Nippon TV from 1983 to 1984, it blends lighthearted comedy with fantasy and became a landmark of the magical girl genre.
Is Magical Angel Creamy Mami the first Studio Pierrot magical girl anime?
Yes, it holds that distinction. Magical Angel Creamy Mami was the very first magical girl series produced by Studio Pierrot, and it also marked the debut of character designer Akemi Takada on the franchise — a creative partnership that would define the studio's magical girl output for years to come.
How many episodes does Magical Angel Creamy Mami have?
The original TV series ran for 52 episodes across a single season, airing from July 1983 to June 1984 on Nippon TV. Beyond the main series, nine additional special episodes and five OVA adaptations were also produced, expanding the story further for dedicated fans.
Where can you watch Magical Angel Creamy Mami?
Streaming availability for Magical Angel Creamy Mami varies by region. Your best bet is to check JustWatch, which aggregates current viewing options across all major platforms and services in your country, making it easy to find where the series is available to stream, rent, or buy.
Did Magical Angel Creamy Mami rank in any major anime polls?
It earned a notable spot in TV Asahi's prestigious web poll of the top 100 anime of all time, ranking 82nd in 2005. That recognition, more than two decades after its original broadcast, speaks to the lasting affection Japanese audiences have for this pioneering magical girl series.
Who created Magical Angel Creamy Mami?
The series was created by Kazunori Ito, who also wrote the story for the accompanying three-volume manga released during the original TV run. The manga featured artwork by Yuuko Kitagawa, while the anime was produced by Studio Pierrot and broadcast on Nippon Television.
What genre is Magical Angel Creamy Mami?
The series blends Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Kids genres into a charming package. At its heart it's a magical girl story aimed at younger audiences, but its warm humor, imaginative premise, and pop idol storyline gave it broad appeal that resonated across generations of anime fans.
Are there any similar anime series to Magical Angel Creamy Mami?
Fans of Magical Angel Creamy Mami often enjoy other magical girl and fantasy anime series. Shows like The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1986) and Castle Town Dandelion share its lighthearted, fantastical spirit. For something with a different tone but comparable charm, Twin Star Exorcists and Tanaka-kun Is Always Listless are worth exploring.
More About Magical Angel Creamy Mami
Explore further details and databases for this series.