Sailor Moon R: The Movie - The Promise of the Rose
Toei Animation
When to watch: Best watched after Episode 89 of Sailor Moon for full context.
Directed by Kunihiko Ikuhara and released December 5, 1993, this 61-minute film follows Fiore, a lonely alien friend from Mamoru's childhood, who returns to Earth bearing the flowers he once promised. Fiore has been overtaken by the malevolent flower entity Kisenian, who manipulates him into spreading mind-controlling seeds across the planet to drain humanity's life energy. Sailor Moon and the Guardians must stop Kisenian while Sailor Moon confronts the painful truth behind Fiore and Mamoru's broken friendship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I watch Sailor Moon R: The Movie?
It's set during the Sailor Moon R season, so most guides place it after finishing R (episode 89), though it's a self-contained story that doesn't affect the main season's plot.
Who directed Sailor Moon R: The Movie?
Kunihiko Ikuhara, who also directed episodes of the TV series and later created Revolutionary Girl Utena, directed the film.