Anime
Witch on the Holy Night: IMAX theatrical release confirmed for November
Coinciding with the Japanese release, ufotable is showing a new IMAX visual featuring Aoko and Alice.
The anime film Witch on the Holy Night (Mahoutsukai no Yoru) opens in Japan on November 20, 2026, simultaneously in regular cinemas and in IMAX format. The production team confirmed the additional screenings on October 29 and released a specially designed IMAX visual. In it, the two magicians Aoko Aozaki and Alice Kuonji use their magical powers against the backdrop of an amusement park.
IMAX Opening and Events in Japan
Two events with members of the Japanese voice cast have also been announced for the theatrical release. On November 21, Haruka Tomatsu, who voices Aoko Aozaki, and Yusuke Kobayashi, the voice of Soujuurou Shizuki, will appear at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya in Tokyo. On November 22, further screenings with the two will follow at TOHO Cinemas Umeda in Osaka. A live broadcast to other Japanese cinemas is also planned for one of the Tokyo dates.
Before the release, the production is also promoting the film in Ikebukuro: starting October 30, the entrance area of TOHO Cinemas Ikebukuro will be decorated with film-themed designs, and in early November outdoor advertising will follow at the main Animate store. Another event is planned for November 19, the eve of the premiere.
A Visual Novel by TYPE-MOON Becomes a Feature Film
The source is the visual novel written by Kinoko Nasu from the studio TYPE-MOON, also known for the Fate series. The story follows the schoolgirl Aoko Aozaki, who secretly learns magic. Together with Alice Kuonji, she lives in a house on a hill. Her encounter with Soujuurou Shizuki stirs up her everyday life.
ufotable is responsible for the anime adaptation. Masaru Takeuchi directs, and the character design comes from Moe Tsuzuki. The film score is composed by Hideyuki Fukasawa. Haruka Tomatsu, Kana Hanazawa, and Yusuke Kobayashi voice the lead roles. ufotable is also the studio behind the feature film Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle. With Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising, another Japanese fantasy anime film is also currently in cinemas.
Title Song and Release
The title song "Yoru to Ao" comes from supercell. Its digital release is planned for November 21, with two CD editions following on November 25 and December 9. The original soundtrack with the film score will be released in Japan on December 23, 2026. The official film trailer, already published, shows excerpts of the animation and introduces the song.
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The announcements refer to the Japanese theatrical release. No specific German cinema date or streaming launch is mentioned.