You Will Never Guess Which 2011 Anime Is Coming Back, But the Trailer Says It All!

“If someone tells me it’s wrong to hope, I’ll tell them they’re wrong every time.”

-Madoka Kaname

Can you guess the anime that blends the typical magical girl genre with the darkest plot twist you could ever imagine? If you guessed Puella Magi Madoka Magica, then you are totally correct, my friend!

After all these years, it’s returning, and it will definitely be as epic as it was in 2011.

If you don’t know what we’re talking about, trust me, go watch the anime right now, and you’ll understand how contentiously addicting it is.

And for those who already understand the hype, here’s some good news: the short trailer for the upcoming movie has been released.

The short video showcases the same iconic animation, still horrifyingly charming, along with the beloved cast of characters we all know and love.

They’re Back! Madoka and the Girls Face Their Darkest Battle Yet in New Trailer:

The trailer for the upcoming movie titled, Walpurgisnacht Rising, was released on July 15, 2025, stunning fans around the world with its surprise drop.

It seems Walpurgisnacht Rising will continue the story from where it left off in the sequel film Rebellion, which is considered one of the most beloved sequel to date.

The movie was originally announced back in 2021. Since then, fans have been eagerly waiting, as no trailer had been released, until now. However, the new trailer doesn’t reveal much about the plot.

While the trailer hints at another horrifying adventure for these cutest magical girls, one thing we do know is that two new, mysterious characters will appear in the upcoming film.

But sometimes, unexpected surprises like these are exactly what get us excited, don’t they?

Moreover, it also shares a few scenes in the video, revealing that the majestic art-style of the series is still on continuation, and it is going to be a blockbuster as before with its mind-boggling animation.

While the plot remains unclear, the trailer hints that the movie will likely be released around February 2026.

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Other than the glorious trailer, we got to view stunning key visuals by the Madoka Magica team featuring the characters who will appear in the film.

The image shows our main protagonist, Madoka, and her dear friend Homura reaching out to each other, with the rest of the characters, including two brand-new ones, in the background.

Image Credit: Official Key Visuals

Lastly, Yukihiro Miyamoto will once again direct the film, joined by several staff members who also worked on the Rebellion movie.

Studio SHAFT, which previously handled the animation, is returning to bring this stunning world to life once more. So, are you excited to watch the movie??

Let us know your thoughts in the comment section and we will be happy to have fruitful discussion on the topic.

And for more such exciting anime updates and recommendations, stay tuned to our site! Happy watching 🥳

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