The original 90s series, Sailor Moon, lands on Blu-ray in the United Kingdom and Ireland starting in August. Each season will be released in a steelbook edition for £69.99, offering a legal avenue for fans after the legal troubles that began with Disney's acquisition of Fox Kids in 2001. British fans will be able to enjoy the classic animated series at home with improved quality.
The technical restoration of the anime in high definition 🌙
The Blu-ray discs present the series remastered in 1080p, with an original 4:3 aspect ratio. The restoration comes from the digital masters used for previous releases in Japan and the United States, but adapted to the PAL format. Audio tracks in English and Japanese are included, with optional subtitles. Each steelbook contains the episodes of one complete season, with no notable additional extras. The edition prioritizes visual fidelity over additions.
The price of nostalgia: £70 per season 💸
Paying £69.99 per season sounds like Sailor Moon has become a pop star with concert ticket prices. But at least, after two decades of watching episodes on blurry VHS or illegal streams, British fans can boast of having a legal copy. That said, no one should expect the steelbook to include a magic wand to justify the expense. The patience of the fans has been rewarded, even if the wallet cries a little.