After two years of silence, the feature-length anime Witch on the Holy Night (Mahōtsukai no Yoru) has resurfaced with exciting news. The studio ufotable, famous for its exquisite animation and masterful adaptations, has released a new teaser and confirmed that the movie will premiere in Japanese theaters in 2026. You can check out the full announcement in this official promo reel.
Witch on the Holy Night is based on the visual novel by Type-Moon, the creative studio behind celebrated titles like Fate/stay night and Tsukihime. The original game was released back in 2012 and quickly gained a devoted following for its atmospheric storytelling, layered characters, and beautifully written dialogue. Fans have long hoped to see its world brought to life with ufotable’s signature style.
The story takes place near the end of Japan’s Shōwa era, in a quiet town where mysterious rumors linger about a witch living in an old mansion. Aoko Aozaki unexpectedly finds herself drawn into the world of magic after being chosen by her grandfather as his successor. She moves into the mansion to study under the reserved and enigmatic witch Alice Kuonji. Their lives take another turn when a young man named Soujuurou Shizuki accidentally witnesses their use of magic and must now live with them until they find a way to erase his memories.
Alongside this reveal, ufotable also shared details about their upcoming projects. The studio is currently working on the second part of the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle trilogy as well as an anime adaptation of Genshin Impact, one of the world’s most popular action RPGs. This lineup suggests that the next few years will be incredibly exciting for anime fans who love breathtaking animation, fantasy storytelling, and strong character-driven narratives.
With Witch on the Holy Night joining ufotable’s high-profile slate, the film promises to deliver a stunning blend of mysticism, human emotion, and masterful visual artistry when it finally hits theaters.
