THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 (2023)
A heartfelt idol anime following twelve pint-sized dreamers and their rookie producer navigating the road to stardom.
THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 - Series Information
- Original Title: アイドルマスター シンデレラガールズ U149
- First Air Year: 2023
- Last Air Year: 2023
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 24 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 6, 2023 (Canada - 14+), April 6, 2023 (Australia - PG), April 6, 2023 (Brazil - 10), April 6, 2023 (Mexico - B-15), April 6, 2023 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: TV Tokyo
- Alternative Titles: The Idolmaster: Cinderella Girls - U149 (US)
- Production Companies: CyPic, Nippon Columbia, Bandai Namco Entertainment, Cygames
- Production Countries: Japan
THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 - Plot
These small girls are ready to make it big! All 12 or younger and under 149 centimeters tall (4'11"), these aspiring pop idols dream of performing for thousands of people. But with zero experience, they've got a lot of work to do! With the help of their rookie producer, who's almost just as short, can they stay focused and make it to the top?
THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see these junior idols take their first steps toward the spotlight.
We're small, but we're idols!
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THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Amina Sato
- Haruka Terui
- Tomoyo Kurosawa
- Hana Tamegai
- Makoto Koichi
- Asaka Imai
- Natsumi Haruse
- Misaki Kuno
- Yuri Komori
- Yuki Yonai
Writers
- Oki Murayama
Executive Producers
- Tomohiro Kasuya
- Kai Tanaka
- Nobuhiro Takenaka
THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 - FAQs
Where can you stream THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149?
THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, both offering the series as part of a flat-rate subscription. These are currently the primary legal streaming platforms for international viewers.
Is THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 based on a manga or game?
Yes. The series is adapted from the manga of the same name by Kei Murayama, which is itself a spin-off of the long-running THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS mobile game by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It focuses on the junior idol unit known as U149.
Who are the main voice actors in U149?
The principal voice cast includes Amina Sato as Arisu Tachibana, Haruka Terui as Momoka Sakurai, Tomoyo Kurosawa as Miria Akagi, Hana Tamegai as Risa Matoba, Makoto Koichi as Haru Yuuki, Asaka Imai as Chie Sasaki, Natsumi Haruse as Kaoru Ryuzaki, Misaki Kuno as Nina Ichihara, and Yuri Komori as Koharu Koga.
What does U149 mean in the title?
U149 refers to the idol unit at the heart of the story: all members are under 149 centimeters tall (approximately 4'11") and 12 years old or younger. The designation is used within the fictional 346 Production agency to classify this group of junior aspiring idols.
How many episodes does THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 have?
The main series consists of 12 episodes across one season, which aired from April 6, 2023. There are also 6 additional special episodes available, bringing the total episode count to 18 when including the specials compiled under Season 0.
When did THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 first air?
THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 premiered on April 6, 2023, on TV Tokyo in Japan. It concluded its 12-episode run in the same year, making it a self-contained single-season anime adaptation of the manga spin-off.
Is THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149 worth watching for non-fans?
The series is generally praised for its warm character dynamics and heartfelt tone. While prior familiarity with the IDOLM@STER franchise adds context, the show functions well as a standalone story about perseverance and growth, making it accessible to newcomers to idol anime.
What are similar anime series to THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS U149?
Viewers who enjoy U149 may also like Pole Princess!! (2023) for its focus on young performers, or BLUE LOCK (2022) for its competitive spirit. Death Parade (2015) offers a tonal contrast but shares strong character-driven storytelling. Crunchyroll hosts several of these titles.
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