Action & AdventureAnimationComedy1992–1997tv asahi

The Best Episodes of Sailor Moon

Every episode of Sailor Moon ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Sailor Moon!

Best episode
S3E21 Destiny's Arrival
9.0158 votes
Worst episode
S2E43 Follow the Leader
5.9111 votes
Top season
Season 5
8.1avg
Binge time
3d 8h
200 episodes
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons5

All12345

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Click to reveal
    Sailor Moon Season 3 Episode 21 - Destiny's Arrival
    9.0/10(158 votes)

    S3:E21

    The time has come! Eugeal wants a fight with Neptune and Uranus, and they will sacrifice even each other to get the talismans. But then they learn that they, and Pluto, hold the talismans. Neptune's Mirror, Uranus' Sword and Pluto's Garnet Orb.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 34 - Usagi's Love: The Moonlight Illuminates the Galaxy
    8.9/10(187 votes)

    S5:E34

    As Galaxia closes in to take Sailor Moon's star seed, the Light of Hope finally reveals itself. Turning into a sword, the Light of Hope begs Usagi to use its power to stop Galaxia, who is now fully consumed by Chaos.

    Director:Takuya Igarashi
    Writer:Ryota Yamaguchi

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. Sailor Moon Season 3 Episode 36 - Darkness, My Old Friend
    8.8/10(136 votes)

    S3:E36

    Mistress 9 steals the Holy Grail, allowing Pharaoh 90 to pass through the portal to Earth. The fate of the world rests in the hands of the Senshi of Ruin, Sailor Saturn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. Sailor Moon Season 1 Episode 45 - Day of Destiny (1)
    8.7/10(227 votes)

    S1:E45

    After defeating Kunzite, regaining their past memories, and discovering the Dark Kingdom's hideout the Sailor Senshi head for the enemy, but they must prepare for the ultimate sacrifice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 28 - Crusade for the Galaxy: Legend of the Sailor Wars
    8.8/10(107 votes)

    S5:E28

    Princess Kakyu, the missing princess whom the Star Lights have long been searching for, finally appears before the Sailor Guardians. Princess Kakyu explains that she has come to Earth in search of the Light of Hope.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. Sailor Moon Season 1 Episode 34 - A Crystal Clear Destiny
    8.6/10(213 votes)

    S1:E34

    Mamoru is forced to confront Zoisite in a duel over the Rainbow Crystals, but Usagi inadvertently becomes involved.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

    7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 WORST Episodes of Sailor Moon

    READ
  7. Sailor Moon Season 1 Episode 46 - Day of Destiny (2)
    8.6/10(211 votes)

    S1:E46

    With her friends killed, Sailor Moon is transported inside the Dark Kingdom to face Queen Beryl and the brainwashed Prince Endymion.

    Director:Kunihiko Ikuhara
    Writer:Sukehiro Tomita

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  8. Sailor Moon Season 4 Episode 22 - Eternal Dreams
    8.7/10(110 votes)

    S4:E22

    Fisheye discovers Chibiusa communicating with Pegasus, but refuses to cooperate with Zirconia's plans. As Hawk's Eye pursues Usagi for her Dream Mirror, Zirconia decides that the Amazon Trio have outlived their usefulness.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  9. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 7 - Farewells and Encounters: The Transitioning Stars of Destiny
    8.7/10(108 votes)

    S5:E7

    Mamoru tells Usagi that he's accepted an offer to study abroad in the U.S., which will force them to have a long-distance relationship. Saddened at first, Usagi eventually decides to root for her boyfriend's dream and sends him off with a smile.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  10. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 30 - Countdown to Destruction: The Sailor Guardians' Last Battle
    8.7/10(96 votes)

    S5:E30

    Princess Kakyu perishes after being defeated by Galaxia. Devastated, the Sailor Star Lights go after Galaxia to avenge their fallen princess. Meanwhile, Sailor Moon and the rest of the Guardians also prepare for their battle to protect the galaxy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  11. Sailor Moon Season 4 Episode 39 - The Sweetest Dream
    8.6/10(105 votes)

    S4:E39

    Queen Nehellenia makes a desperate last stand as the Golden Crystal destroys the Dead Moon Circus.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  12. Sailor Moon Season 3 Episode 20 - No Turning Back
    8.5/10(170 votes)

    S3:E20

    Minako realizes that she is the only one of the Sailor Team not to have been targeted for her Pure Heart Crystal, and takes increasingly absurd measures to prove her purity.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  13. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 31 - Ruler of the Galaxy: The Menace of Galaxia
    8.6/10(95 votes)

    S5:E31

    Sailor Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, and Venus lose their star seeds after shielding Sailor Moon and the Star Lights from Galaxia's attack. The four Outer Guardians entrust Sailor Moon to the Star Lights while they try to stop Galaxia.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  14. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 32 - Dying Stars: Uranus and Neptune's Last Stand
    8.6/10(91 votes)

    S5:E32

    Uranus and Neptune have turned against the Sailor Guardians by swearing allegiance to Galaxia. Despite Sailor Moon's desperate plea, the two continue their attack, forcing Sailor Moon and the Star Lights to retreat.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  15. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 1 - The Flower of Nightmares Scatters: The Queen of Darkness Returns
    8.5/10(103 votes)

    S5:E1

    As Usagi and her friends begin high school, a mysterious force releases Queen Nehellenia from her mirror, encouraging her to take revenge on them.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  16. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 2 - Saturn Awakens: The Ten Sailor Guardians Unite
    8.5/10(96 votes)

    S5:E2

    While Queen Nehellenia continues to exert her evil influence on the earth, the rapidly aging Hotaru re-awakens as Sailor Saturn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  17. Sailor Moon Season 4 Episode 14 - Double Trouble
    8.4/10(152 votes)

    S4:E14

    Usagi and the girls are shocked to find out that Minako is dating two boys at the same time, but little does anymore realize that her suitors are Tiger's Eye and Hawk's Eye.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  18. Sailor Moon Season 3 Episode 13 - Birthday Blues (2)
    8.4/10(124 votes)

    S3:E13

    Sailor Moon's heart crystal was almost stolen. Neptune and Uranus restore it, and the senshi know they are Michiru and Haruka. A battle with Kaori, causes her to fall down to her death and well, she dies.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  19. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 33 - The Light of Hope: Final Battle for the Galaxy
    8.4/10(97 votes)

    S5:E33

    Galaxia is revealed to be the Legendary Sailor Guardian who sealed away Chaos long ago. However, she has since become corrupt and has gone to conquer the galaxy herself.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  20. Sailor Moon Season 1 Episode 24 - A Friend in Wolf's Clothing
    8.3/10(204 votes)

    S1:E24

    Still in love with Nephrite, Naru becomes an unwilling tool in the power struggle between Nephrite and Zoisite.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  21. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 5 - For Love: The Endless Battle in the Dark World
    8.4/10(94 votes)

    S5:E5

    Sailor Moon runs off to save Mamoru from Nehelina alone. The rest of the Sailor Guardians try to go after her, but one by one they fall victim to Nehelina's traps.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  22. Sailor Moon Season 2 Episode 13 - Treed
    8.3/10(185 votes)

    S2:E13

    The Sailor Guardians have to save Usagi and Mamoru from the Makai Tree and in the process, Ail and An find out Sailor Moon's true identity.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  23. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 29 - Princess Kakyu Perishes: Advent of Galaxia
    8.4/10(84 votes)

    S5:E29

    Usagi finally confesses to Rei that she has been unable to get in touch with Mamoru for the past several months. Meanwhile, the Three Lights publicly announce their intention to disband their group.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  24. Sailor Moon Season 3 Episode 12 - Birthday Blues (1)
    8.3/10(115 votes)

    S3:E12

    Usagi is mad at Mamoru for not knowing its her birthday, but feels guilty because she realizes she never told him when it was. For her birthday, Mamo gets her glass slippers, but the Heart Daimon egg is inside.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  25. Sailor Moon Season 5 Episode 16 - Invaders from Outer Space: The Coming of Siren
    8.3/10(108 votes)

    S5:E16

    Usagi and Lina encounters a little girl who appears to be lost, bearing some spiritual connection to Usagi. The two later return home that day and are surprised to find the same girl now living in Usagi's house as her younger sister.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Best Episodes Summary

"Destiny's Arrival" is the best rated episode of Sailor Moon. It scored 9.0/10 from 158 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on October 15, 1994. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Usagi's Love: The Moonlight Illuminates the Galaxy".

Keep going

Browse Sailor Moon by season

If you like Sailor Moon