A new spin-off TV anime for Toei Animation's long-running Precure franchise, titled "Dual Shadow ～Precure Villain Heroines～," is scheduled to premiere in Japan in 2027. The announcement was made today with the launch of the anime's official website and the release of a super teaser trailer. This new series is notable for its focus on "Villains," a departure from previous spin-offs.
Unlike earlier Precure spin-off works that featured existing characters, "Dual Shadow ～Precure Villain Heroines～" will present an original story with entirely new characters. The teaser trailer itself emphasizes this distinction, stating, "We are not 'Precure.'" Toei Animation commented on the new work, suggesting it will challenge fan expectations and bring new developments to the franchise.
Precure Franchise History
The Precure anime franchise has a history spanning 22 years, beginning with the first installment, "Precure" (Futari wa Precure), in 2004. It has continued to the 23rd installment, "Star Detective Precure!," which is currently airing. The franchise has seen several spin-off works over the years.
Previous spin-offs include "PetitCure: Precure Fairies," a dialogue-free anime starring fairies that began streaming in 2025. Other notable spin-offs are "Power of Hope ~Precure Full Bloom~," a sequel to "Yes! Precure 5" released in 2023, and "Witchy Precure!! ~MIRAI DAYS~," a sequel to "Witchy Precure!" that premiered in 2025. "Dual Shadow ～Precure Villain Heroines～" marks a new direction by focusing on antagonist-like characters.
Key points
- New Precure spin-off anime, "Dual Shadow ～Precure Villain Heroines～," announced.
- The anime is slated to premiere in Japan in 2027.
- It will feature an original story and original characters.
- The spin-off's keyword is "Villains," with the trailer stating, "We are not 'Precure.'"
- Toei Animation is producing the series.
Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 27, 2026
