Ranma ½: Big Trouble in Nekonron, China
Kitty Films / Studio Deen
Optional 77 min 1991
When to watch: Best watched after Episode 66 of Ranma ½ for full context.
Released November 2, 1991 with a 77-minute runtime, this first Ranma ½ film sends Ranma, Akane, and the rest of the cast to a martial arts tournament in China, where the powerful Prince Kirin of the Musk Dynasty schemes to force Akane into marriage using an ancient, cursed relic tied to Jusenkyo's mystical springs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I watch Big Trouble in Nekonron, China?
It's a self-contained story that fits comfortably at any point during the Nettōhen seasons; most guides place it partway through the TV run rather than at a strict episode boundary.
Does the first Ranma ½ movie affect the main story?
No — it's a standalone adventure with new characters (Prince Kirin) exclusive to the film, and its events aren't referenced again in the TV series.