So, you’ve stumbled upon Cardcaptor Sakura, huh? Maybe you’re here for the nostalgia, or perhaps you’re just curious about this magical girl classic that every anime fan seems to gush about. Either way, you’re in for a treat.
Created by the legendary CLAMP, this series is a delightful blend of adorable, heartwarming moments and epic magical adventures. Sakura Kinomoto, your everyday schoolgirl, accidentally unleashes a deck of enchanted cards and now she has to collect them all before they wreak havoc on her town.
Armed with a magical staff and a wardrobe that puts most fashion icons to shame, Sakura’s journey is one part cute, one part cool, and all parts unforgettable.
Whether you’re reliving your childhood or diving in for the first time, this show is a nostalgic rollercoaster that’s equal parts sugar, spice, and everything nice.
1. Cardcaptor Sakura (1998-2000)
| Episodes | 70 |
| Aired | 1998-2000 |
One day, Kinomoto Sakura, a 4th grader stumbles upon the mysterious book of Clow. Upon opening it and reading the name of The Windy aloud, Sakura scatters the cards to the winds.
Sakura is elected and appointed by Keroberos, Guardian of the Cards to capture the remaining cards. With her friend Tomoyo and rival Syaoran, Sakura begins an adventure that will forever change her.
2. Cardcaptor Sakura: The Movie (1999)
| Episodes | 1 |
| Aired | Summer 1999 |
It’s winter vacation and Sakura wins a trip to Hong Kong. Kero, skeptic of her luck in lotteries, questions whether she was merely lucky or was she summoned to Hong Kong upon inevitability.
As Sakura strolls through Hong Kong’s Bird Street, she senses an evil force calling to her. On chasing two strange birds, she is lead to a phantom world where she learns she was actually made to come to Hong Kong by a woman, Madoushi, who apparently wants revenge on Clow Reed.
With Syaoran’s mother, Yelan’s help and the guidance from Clow Reed’s voice, she must fight Madoushi and rescue her friends and loved ones, who have been captured.
3. Cardcaptor Sakura the Movie 2: The Sealed Card (2000)
| Title | Cardcaptor Sakura Movie: Fuinsareta Card |
| Episodes | 1 |
| Aired | Summer 2000 |
During the summer holidays, Sakura and her class are preparing to present a play at the annual Nadeshiko Festival.
The unexpected arrival of Syaoran (and Meiling) give Sakura the courage to finally reciprocate her feelings. But as the cards begin to disappear one by one, Sakura discovers a single cards still remains.
One with power equal to all hers… It is during this summer that Sakura faces her final battle.
4. Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Prologue – Sakura and the Two Bears (2017)
| Title | Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card-hen – Prologue Sakura to Futatsu no Kuma |
| Episodes | 1 |
| Aired | Summer 2017 |
Bundled with the limited edition of the 3rd manga volume.
Retelling of events from episode 70 of the original Cardcaptor Sakura.
5. Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card (2018)
| Title | Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card-hen |
| Episodes | 22 |
| Aired | Winter 2018 |
The power of the Clow is back!
As Sakura settles into a normal routine, she prepares to face her newest challenge – junior high! While her classes are challenging, things start looking up when Syaoran Li reappears and says he’ll be staying for good.
But when she has a strange dream about a mysterious figure and wakes to find her Clow Cards completely clear, she must return to her duty as Cardcaptor.
6. Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Sequel
| Title | Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card-hen (Zoku-hen) |
| Episodes | TBA |
| Aired | TBA |
Sequel to Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card.
So, whether you’re here for the nostalgia, the stunning art of CLAMP, or just to see a magical girl absolutely crush it in the cutest outfits ever, Cardcaptor Sakura is a must-watch.
It’s a series that has charmed its way into the hearts of fans across generations, blending magical battles with heartfelt moments in a way that only Sakura can.
And if you find yourself craving more of that CLAMP magic after Cardcaptor Sakura, don’t worry—there’s plenty more where that came from. Dive into Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicle next, where you’ll see familiar faces like Sakura and Syaoran in an epic, dimension-hopping adventure.
