saga Puella Magi Madoka Magica has received new updates with the third trailer for Walpurgisnacht: Rising, a direct sequel to the film Rebellion. The video revealed two new magical girls and important updates from the production team.
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Among the highlights, the new characters Shichōka and Selma Therese have been confirmed in the cast. Voice actress Shion Wakayama plays Shichōka, while Tomoyo Kurosawa voices Selma Therese, expanding the film's core cast of characters.
The direction will be handled by Yukihiro Miyamoto, who has already worked on the original series and spin-off projects. Furthermore, Studio SHAFT returns to the production, maintaining the franchise's visual identity.
The project also brings together important names such as Gen Urobuchi on the script, Akiyuki Shinbo as supervisor, and Yuki Kajiura on the soundtrack. The team also includes new professionals in visual design and art direction.
Premiere after postponements
The film will arrive in Japanese theaters on August 28, 2026, after several delays over the past few years. Initially scheduled for 2024, the film underwent schedule changes until reaching its new official date in 2026.
Originally released in 2011, the anime Madoka Magica stood out for its psychological tone and different approach to the magical girl genre. Since then, the franchise has expanded with films, spin-off series, and even mobile games.
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Source: Mantan Web