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Pretty Cure All Stars DX3: Deliver the Future! The Rainbow-Colored Flower That Connects the World (2011) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2011 · 70 mins · Japanese
Directed by
Takashi Otsuka
Starring
Miyu Irino, Akemi Okamura, Nana Mizuki, Mariya Ise, Ami Koshimizu, Nobuyuki Hiyama

The third Pretty Cure All Stars DX film, released March 19 2011, brings together every Cure from earlier series—including the new Suite Precure heroes—and features a range of villains from past movies. The theatrical version was partially edited in response to the March 2011 Sendai earthquake and tsunami.

Comedy Animation Adventure Action Fantasy Cast, crew & box office
On this page (4)
  1. 1 Events in order (14)
  2. 2 Timeline questions answered
  3. 3 Movie threads
  4. 4 Every angle

14 events in order · contains spoilers

Pretty Cure All Stars DX3: Deliver the Future! The Rainbow-Colored Flower That Connects the World Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Pretty Cure All Stars DX3: Deliver the Future! The Rainbow-Colored Flower That Connects the World (2011) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Mall clash and a magical downpour

    The two PreCure teams cross paths in a bustling mall during a fashion show, instantly shifting to crisis when millions of fairies and mascots rain down. The sudden invasion panics onlookers and forces both teams to join forces. Dark power voices reveal that the disruption was engineered to fuel the birth of Lord Black Hole, tying together the villains' plan with past battles and the creator's ties to Fusion and Bottom.

    When
    Opening scene
    Where
    Bustling mall

  2. Dimensional split and team separation

    The villains unleash a plan that sends the Cures into separate perilous worlds. Each group must navigate unfamiliar terrains to reunite, facing trials that test their courage and teamwork.

    When
    Immediately after the downpour
    Where
    Across dimensions

  3. Desert trial for Black, Bloom, Dream, Peach, Blossom, Melody

    Cures Black, Bloom, Dream, Peach, Blossom, and Melody tumble into a scorching desert where relentless sun and sand push them to persevere. They press on through harsh conditions, keeping faith with each other as they search for a way back. The climate itself becomes a symbol of their determination.

    When
    Early leg
    Where
    Desert world

  4. Ocean wreck and the shipbound Cures

    Cures White, Egret, Mint, Aqua, Berry, Marine and Rhythm find themselves on a wrecked ship adrift in an endless ocean. They fight to keep hope afloat as the surrounding waters threaten their resolve. Their teamwork sustains them until they can return to Earth.

    When
    Early leg
    Where
    Endless ocean / wrecked ship

  5. The Board Game world and choices of luck

    Shiny Luminous, Milky Rose, Cure Rouge, Lemonade, Passion, Sunshine and Moonlight navigate a colossal board game where each move alters the balance between luck and resolve. They must weigh risk against the greater goal of rejoining their friends. The board's twists test their trust in each other.

    When
    Mid journey
    Where
    Colossal board game world

  6. Return to Earth and reassembly

    Despite the peril, all the Cures manage to escape their separate fates and gradually reassemble on Earth. They regain their resolve to confront the looming threat together. The reunion marks a turning point in their fight against Lord Black Hole.

    When
    After crossing worlds
    Where
    Earth

  7. First clashes against the villain squads

    In the battles that follow, Melody and Rhythm team up to defeat Freezen and Frozen, demonstrating the power of partnership. The other Cure squads push the villains back and buy time for a greater counterstrike. The clashes set the stage for the looming showdown with Lord Black Hole.

    When
    During the confrontation
    Where
    Battlefront on Earth

  8. Lord Black Hole's arrival and the theft of transformation devices

    Lord Black Hole arrives with devastating force, stealing away the Cures' transformation devices and casting them into doubt and fear. The group questions their chances as hope wavers. Hibiki and the others muster their courage to continue the fight.

    When
    Climax lead up
    Where
    Battlefront

  9. The Prism Flower plan: Coco and Nuts propose a sacrifice

    Coco and Nuts propose using the Prism Flower’s power to sever the Mascots' sight of the Cures, creating a bridge between their world and Earth. The plan is heavy with risk, as it would separate friends temporarily but could end the threat. The moment tests everyone's faith in sacrifice for the greater good.

    When
    Plan stage
    Where
    Crisis moment

  10. Miracle Lights empower the Cures

    Hibiki's resolve helps ignite the Miracle Lights, amplifying the Prism Flower’s power. The Cures rise with upgraded forms and renewed confidence, ready to unite their strength. The beacon of hope shines through the darkness as they prepare for final assault.

    When
    Plan to final battle
    Where
    Field of lights

  11. Final assault and victory over Lord Black Hole

    With enhanced power, the Cures launch a spectacular attack that overwhelms Lord Black Hole. The Prism Flower, empowered by the Miracle Lights, seals the threat and restores balance. Victory comes at a cost as the Mascots are temporarily severed from the Cures.

    When
    Final battle
    Where
    Battle arena

  12. The Mascots' separation and weeks of doubt

    The immediate aftermath sees the Mascots separated from the Cures, leaving the team to cope with an uneasy silence as weeks pass. Each group reflects on their bonds and the price of victory. The rift underscores the fragility of their friendship and the need for renewal.

    When
    Weeks pass
    Where
    Earth / park

  13. Park reunion and the Tree of Hearts' bloom

    The Cures reunite in a park where a familiar glow returns and the Mascots reappear. The Tree of Hearts has blossomed a new Prism Flower, signaling a bridge to restore the bond between the teams. Chypre explains the renewal and a hopeful future begins to unfold.

    When
    Weeks later
    Where
    Park

  14. A renewed bond and promise of future adventures

    With the Prism Flower restored, the teams affirm their friendship and readiness to face new threats together. The new bond promises that the Mascots will always be by the Cures' side as they continue to protect both worlds. The film closes on a hopeful note for future crossover adventures.

    When
    Ending
    Where
    Earth

Last updated: October 09, 2025 at 17:00

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Timeline questions answered

Pretty Cure All Stars DX3: Deliver the Future! The Rainbow-Colored Flower That Connects the World Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of Pretty Cure All Stars DX3: Deliver the Future! The Rainbow-Colored Flower That Connects the World (2011): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why was Lord Black Hole created in the movie?

Lord Black Hole was born from the dark energies released when the villains were defeated in previous battles, and from the very forces that stitched together Fusion and Bottom's creator. The villains purposely engineered this dark power to create a new threat.

Foreshadowing: The earlier defeat of these villains planted the seeds for their revenge through this dark entity.

  • lord black hole
  • creation
  • dark energy
  • villains
  • fusion
  • bottom
Q2

What happened to the Cures' transformation devices during the battle?

Lord Black Hole arrived with a devastating strike and stole away the Cures' transformation devices, plunging them into doubt and fear. This moment left the Cures questioning their chances against the powerful villain.

Foreshadowing: The ominous setup of Lord Black Hole's arrival foreshadowed this critical theft.

  • transformation devices
  • lord black hole
  • stolen
  • defeat
Q3

Why did Coco and Nuts propose using the Prism Flower's power?

Coco and Nuts proposed using the Prism Flower's power to defeat Lord Black Hole, knowing it would sever the Mascots' sight of the Cures forever, since the flower serves as the bridge between their world and Earth. They were willing to make this sacrifice to end the threat.

Foreshadowing: The Prism Flower was established early as the vital connection between the two worlds.

  • coco
  • nuts
  • prism flower
  • sacrifice
  • mascots
  • bridge
Q4

How do the Miracle Lights help the Cures defeat Lord Black Hole?

Hibiki's resolve ignited the Miracle Lights, which amplified the Prism Flower's power. This allowed the Cures to rise to upgraded forms and combine their strengths in a spectacular assault that overwhelmed Lord Black Hole.

Foreshadowing: Hibiki's leadership and steadying presence throughout the crisis built toward this moment of inspiration.

  • miracle lights
  • prism flower
  • upgraded forms
  • hibiki
  • power up
Q5

Why were the Mascots separated from the Cures after the victory?

The Mascots were temporarily separated from the Cures as the price for using the Prism Flower's power to defeat Lord Black Hole. This separation occurred because the flower served as the bridge between their world and Earth, and using its power to seal the threat broke that connection.

Foreshadowing: Coco and Nuts warned that using the Prism Flower would sever the Mascots' sight of the Cures.

  • mascots
  • separation
  • prism flower
  • coco
  • nuts
  • victory cost
Q6

How did the new Prism Flower restore the bond between Cures and Mascots?

Weeks after the separation, the Tree of Hearts bloomed a new Prism Flower in a park. This new flower created a bridge capable of restoring the bond between the Cures and their Mascot friends, allowing them to reunite.

Foreshadowing: The original Prism Flower's destruction set the stage for the Tree of Hearts to grow a new one.

  • new prism flower
  • tree of hearts
  • reunion
  • mascots
  • bond restored
Q7

How did Melody and Rhythm defeat Freezen and Frozen?

Melody and Rhythm worked together as a team to defeat Freezen and Frozen during the clashes with the villain squads. Their partnership demonstrated the power of collaboration among the Cures.

Foreshadowing: The Cures' history of teamwork from their respective series set the foundation for this victory.

  • melody
  • rhythm
  • freezen
  • frozen
  • team victory
  • villains
Q8

Why did the villains split the Cures across different dimensions?

The villains unleashed a plan that sent the Cures into separate perilous worlds, desert, ocean, and a board game dimension, each facing unique trials. This was part of their strategy to weaken the Cures by separating them and making it harder for them to reunite and fight together.

Foreshadowing: Dark Witch and the other villains revealed their plan immediately after the magical downpour.

  • dimensions
  • villains
  • split
  • desert
  • ocean
  • board game
Q9

What is the Tree of Hearts in the movie?

The Tree of Hearts is a mystical element that blooms a new Prism Flower after the original was used to defeat Lord Black Hole. It represents renewal and the restoration of hope, allowing the Cures and Mascots to reunite.

Foreshadowing: The Tree of Hearts was mentioned as the source of the original Prism Flower connection.

  • tree of hearts
  • prism flower
  • renewal
  • hope
  • restoration
Q10

What was the challenge in the board game world?

Shiny Luminous, Milky Rose, Cure Rouge, Lemonade, Passion, Sunshine, and Moonlight had to navigate a colossal board game where each move altered the balance between luck and resolve. They had to weigh risk against the greater goal of rejoining their friends.

Foreshadowing: The board game world tested their trust in each other's decisions.

  • board game
  • luck
  • resolve
  • choices
  • dimension

Movie threads

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Curated lists built around what makes Pretty Cure All Stars DX3: Deliver the Future! The Rainbow-Colored Flower That Connects the World tick: the same mood, the same kind of story or the same emotional payoff. Each list explains why these movies belong together.

Hopeful Crossovers with High-Stakes Team-Ups like in Pretty Cure All Stars DX3: Deliver the Future! The Rainbow-Colored Flower That Connects the World

Large ensemble casts unite across worlds for a fast-paced, high-intensity battle. Movies like Pretty Cure All Stars DX3: Deliver the Future! The Rainbow-Colored Flower That Connects the World bring together large casts for epic, fast-paced adventures. If you liked the crossover team-up, hopeful tone, and dimensional battles, you'll find similar stories here featuring superheroes or fantasy characters uniting against world-ending threats.

  • teamwork
  • triumphant
  • energetic
  • courageous
  • large cast
  • dimensional travel
  • Tone: hopeful, triumphant
  • Pacing: fast, action-packed
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The narrative typically involves a crisis too big for any single hero, forcing a gathering of allies from different corners of a shared universe. The plot quickly splits the team to handle simultaneous threats, testing their individual strengths before a final, unified confrontation. A central theme is the power of collaboration overcoming seemingly impossible odds.

Why they belong together: Movies are grouped here based on their shared structure of a large-scale crossover, a fast pace driven by constant action, and a tone that balances intense conflict with an ultimately hopeful and triumphant resolution centered on teamwork.

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Colorful, energetic battles where victory comes with a poignant cost. If you liked the mix of whimsical action and emotional sacrifice in Pretty Cure All Stars DX3, explore similar magical girl or superhero stories. These movies balance high-intensity battles with a bittersweet ending feel, where saving the world requires a personal cost, creating a hopeful yet resonant adventure.

  • bittersweet
  • hopeful
  • whimsical
  • courageous
  • determined
  • sacrifice
  • Tone: hopeful, bittersweet
  • Pacing: fast, energetic
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The narrative follows heroes who fight with unwavering hope and friendship against a great evil. A key turning point often involves a significant sacrifice—of power, a companion, or a cherished ideal—that makes the final victory possible. The story concludes with a definitive win, but the memory of the loss adds emotional depth, reaffirming the themes of love and connection.

Why they belong together: These films share a specific emotional blend: the energetic, courageous vibe of magical girl stories combined with a narrative pattern where victory is achieved through sacrifice, leading to an ending that feels both hopeful and poignantly bittersweet.

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