Magic Knight Rayearth (1994)
Kernel Score: 88% · 208 TMDB ratings
Genres: Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Comedy
First aired: 1994-10-17
Seasons: 2 · 49 episodes
Where to watch Magic Knight Rayearth
- Stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Crunchyroll
- Free with ads: Retrocrush, Cineverse, Tubi
- Buy: Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-11-11.
Overview
While on a field trip to the Tokyo Tower, three middle school girls suddenly find themselves in another world and must save its princess to return home.
Magic Knight Rayearth parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Magic Knight Rayearth is a fantasy anime with monster battles and mild fantasy peril.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes fantasy battles against monsters typical of magical-girl action anime.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Yukimasa Kishino as Lafarga (voice)
- Yuka Imai as Mira (voice)
- Chinami Nishimura as Lady Aska (voice)
- Jun'ichi Kanemaru as Zazu Torque (voice)
- Yuri Shiratori as Primera (voice)
- Atsuko Takahata as Debonair (voice)
- Aya Hisakawa as Tarta (voice)
- Jurota Kosugi as Lantis (voice)
- Kikuko Inoue as Tatra (voice)
- Kiyoyuki Yanada as Geo Metro (voice)
Magic Knight Rayearth FAQ
Is Magic Knight Rayearth good?
Magic Knight Rayearth has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch Magic Knight Rayearth?
In the US you can stream Magic Knight Rayearth on Netflix, Prime Video and Crunchyroll, watch it free with ads on Retrocrush, Cineverse and Tubi and buy it from Apple TV.
Is Magic Knight Rayearth OK for kids?
Magic Knight Rayearth is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Magic Knight Rayearth is a fantasy anime with monster battles and mild fantasy peril.
What shows are like Magic Knight Rayearth?
If you liked Magic Knight Rayearth, try Sailor Moon, InuYasha, Ranma ½ and Beyond the Boundary.