Little Witch Academia

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  • TV-Y7
  • 2017
  • 1 Season
  • 7.3  (2,310)

Little Witch Academia is a Japanese anime television series produced by Good Smile Company. It revolves around a young girl named Atsuko Kagari, who dreams of becoming a great witch like her idol, Shiny Chariot. She enrolls in the prestigious Luna Nova Magical Academy to pursue her dream, but soon realizes that becoming a witch is not as easy as she thought.

The show features a talented cast of voice actors, including Mitsuo Iwata as Ursula Callistis, Daisuke Ono as Croix Meridies, Hiroshi Kamiya as Fafnir, Satoshi Hino as Andrew Hanbridge, Natsuki Hanae as Akko Kagari, Ai Kayano as Lotte Yanson, Nobunaga Shimazaki as Constanze Amalie von Braunschbank Albrechtsberger, Yukari Tamura as Susie Manbavaran, and Rikako Aikawa as Diana Cavendish.

At the beginning of the show, we are introduced to the world of magic, where witches live secretly among humans. Atsuko, who admires Shiny Chariot, a famous witch and performer, wants to follow in her footsteps and become a great witch. When she learns that Shiny Chariot once studied at the Luna Nova Magical Academy, she decides to enroll in the school.

At the academy, Atsuko faces many challenges, especially because she is not from a magical background like most of her classmates. She struggles to keep up with the classes and the rigor of the curriculum, but with the help of her new friends, Lotte and Sucy, she learns to overcome her weaknesses and becomes more confident.

The show is a coming-of-age story that follows the journey of Atsuko and her friends as they navigate the world of magic and study to become skilled witches. The episodes are filled with adventures, magic battles, and humorous moments that cater to both children and adults.

One of the unique aspects of the show is its animation. The vibrant and colorful visuals, detailed backgrounds, and fluid animation make the show visually stunning. Each scene is beautifully crafted, from the smallest details of the characters' expressions to the grandeur of magical spells. The show's animation is brought to life by its talented staff, including director Yoh Yoshinari and character designer Shuhei Handa.

Another aspect of the show that makes it stand out is its themes. The show tackles issues such as identity, self-worth, friendship, and perseverance. Atsuko's journey to becoming a witch illustrates how hard work, determination, and a positive attitude can help someone achieve their dreams. The show also emphasizes the importance of friendship, highlighting how Atsuko's friends support and encourage her when she is down.

Overall, Little Witch Academia is a delightful series that offers a refreshing take on the magical girl genre. The charming characters, beautiful animation, and heartwarming storylines make it a must-watch for anyone who loves fantasy, adventure, and friendship. Its broad appeal and positive messages have made it a favorite among fans of all ages.

Little Witch Academia is a series that ran for 1 seasons (25 episodes) between January 9, 2017 and on Good Smile Company

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Seasons
Tree of Words
25. Tree of Words
June 26, 2017
The girls learn that the remnants of the Noir Rod have taken control of a nuclear missile that threatens to destroy the country Great Britain is currently in conflict with due to Croix's machinations. Unable to stop it by conventional means, Akko and her friends bundle their brooms' power with the Shiny Rod's magic and chase after it! Can Akko and Diana stop the missile in time?
The Road to Arcturus
24. The Road to Arcturus
June 19, 2017
Croix uses the emotions of the rioting mobs to activate her creation, the Noir Rod, managing to disable all magic across the country. Croix uses the Noir Rod to unseal the Grand Triskelion, but is shocked when it is not what she thinks it was. Akko and her friends arrive to help save Ursula from Croix. During the battle, she awakens the Shiny Rod's seventh and final word, allowing Akko to utilize the Triskelion's true power and transform Arcturus into a lush and vibrant forest. But while Akko and her friends celebrate, some of the leftover technomagic from the Noir Rod attaches itself to a missile.
Yesterday
23. Yesterday
June 12, 2017
Following the painful news about Chariot and her magical ability, Akko disappears. Diana confronts Ursula about being Chariot and her history. After learning the truth that Akko did, Diana and others begin searching for her. After finding a desolate Akko, Diana admits that she and Akko are kindred spirits and Akko has the talent to actually live up to Chariot's ideals; and with that revelation and the support of her friends, Akko's spirits are rekindled. In the meantime, Chariot decides to confront and stop Croix, who is about to initiate the final stage of her sinister plan.
Chariot and Croix
22. Chariot and Croix
June 5, 2017
Ursula tells Akko about the final work, following Croix's more aggressive movements. While meeting Andrew, Akko notices some techno-magic hovering around the protesters. She chases after one of the cubes and comes across Croix, and discovers that Croix has been manipulating everyone's emotions in order to convert it into magical energy. While saving Akko, Ursula's identity is finally revealed to Akko. Akko also learns the disturbing truth behind her lack of magical ability.
Wagandea
21. Wagandea
May 29, 2017
Having found the fifth Word with Diana, Akko is determined to get the final two Words so she can see Chariot. The sixth word, Lyonne, lays hold to a bitter memory for Professor Ursula as the history between her and Croix is revealed. Can Akko survive the conflict between the two?
Sense and Sensibility
20. Sense and Sensibility
May 22, 2017
As Diana prepares for her ascension ritual, which can only take place once every few years during a Venusian eclypse, she is captured by Daryl who ensnares her in snakes. Meanwhile, Akko, still believing that Diana doesn't really want to leave Luna Nova midway, hears from Andrew about how Diana once lost her magic. Upon overhearing Daryl's scheme to stop Diana from performing the ritual in time, Akko decides to head into the Cavendish shrine to rescue Diana!
Cavendish
19. Cavendish
May 15, 2017
Akko learns that Diana is leaving Luna Nova to become the head of the Cavendish family. Refusing to accept Diana simply leaving despite their past differences, Akko decides to head straight to the Cavendish estate herself to try and change Diana's mind.
Great Air Stanzewarship
18. Great Air Stanzewarship
May 8, 2017
An annual ghost hunting event, known as the Wild Hunt, is coming to Blytonbury for its final stage. After accidentally breaking one of her robots, Akko offers to help silent tech genius Constanze, who is participating in the hunt by invitation from Professor Croix. Constanze is reluctant to let Akko help her as she prefers to work alone, but Akko soon manages to prove herself useful by helping Constanze gather the materials needed for the battleship she intends to use for the event.
Amanda O'Neill and Holy Grail
17. Amanda O'Neill and Holy Grail
May 1, 2017
Learning from Ursula that history and tradition are the clues needed to unlock the Shiny Rod's fifth word, Akko and Amanda sneak into Andrew's school, Appleton Academy, where a relic known as the Holy Grail is being kept.
Trial of Pohjola
16. Trial of Pohjola
April 24, 2017
After learning from Ursula and the Shiny Rod that she needs to find something she is lacking in order to unlock the fourth word, Akko joins Lotte and Sucy as they visit Lotte's home in a remote Finnish village. The next morning, however, they discover that Lotte's parents and their neighbor have become infected with the rare Greenman Disease, which will gradually turn them into moss until they wither away...
Chariot of Fire
15. Chariot of Fire
April 17, 2017
Croix and Chariot were classmates, upon hearing this Akko goes to Croix, who asks her to bring the Shiny Rod to her laboratory in the New Moon Tower for analysis. When Akko shows up, Croix knocks her unconscious...
New Age Magic
14. New Age Magic
April 10, 2017
The workers at Luna Nova strike over the low amount of magic they are granted from the Sorcerer's Stone. Attempting to diffuse the situation, Akko attempts to talk to them only to end up joining the strike as their leader! A new professor also makes an appearance.
Samhain Magic Festival
13. Samhain Magic Festival
April 3, 2017
Akko works tirelessly to try and improve her magic for the show. During her performance, Akko and the others learn what has made Vajarois a sorrowful ghost.
What You Will
12. What You Will
March 27, 2017
As Luna Nova prepares for their annual Samhain Festival, during which the most exemplary student is crowned the Moonlit Witch, Diana is put in charge of the committee while Akko's group is stuck playing symbolic sacrifices for an ever-sorrowful ghost known as Vajarois. Akko is determined to show she can be the Moonlit Witch, like Chariot once was.
Blue Moon
11. Blue Moon
March 20, 2017
Akko comes to Ursula late at night to ask her about Chariot's disappearance, but doesn't get much help from her. In her studies, Diana discovers that his ancient power is sealed in Arcturus Forest, and can only be released when the Shiny Rod activates seven ancient words. Akko takes the Shiny Rod with her to a place known as the Blue Moon Abyss. Reaching the center of the abyss, Akko confronts the spirit, who offers to grant her dream of being a great magician like Chariot in exchange for her past memories.
Bee Affection
10. Bee Affection
March 13, 2017
Akko and her friends invite themselves to Andrew's party, where Sucy releases a magical bee whose sting ignites a deep infatuation in its victims.
Undead Travelogue
9. Undead Travelogue
March 6, 2017
While trying to fix some tombstones that she knocked over while at a graveyard, Akko accidentally mixes a reversal spell she was using with one of Sucy's mushrooms, which ends up bringing a deceased pirate back from the dead. The girls find themselves chasing the pirate across town as he tries to find something pertaining to his lost memories. After visiting the magical caf?, they discover that the pirate is looking for a girl named Miranda Holbrooke, who he eventually remembers is his own daughter. Realising that the Miranda in question is actually Luna Nova's principal, the girls rush back to Luna Nova to reunite Miranda with her father before he has to return to the afterlife.
Akko's Adventure in Sucyworld
8. Akko's Adventure in Sucyworld
February 27, 2017
After drinking an experimental brew, Sucy falls into a deep sleep and won't wake up. To save her, Lotte sends Akko into Sucy's mushroom-filled dream.
Orange Submariner
7. Orange Submariner
February 20, 2017
Akko gets serious about studying but can't master the basics, even with Professor Ursula's help. She flubs test after test, risking her enrollment.
The Fountain
6. The Fountain
February 13, 2017
Unable to master even basic transformation magic, Akko is relegated to her room and must miss the welcome party for a VIP and his handsome son.
Pact of the Dragon
5. Pact of the Dragon
February 6, 2017
After getting into a fight in class, Akko and Amanda have detention together: They must clean the New Moon Tower, where they find dragons.
Night Fall
4. Night Fall
January 30, 2017
The 120 years long running novel series "night fall" is holding a release event for the 365th volume in the neighboring city, with the first public appearance of the author as a special feature. Lotte couldn't be more excited about attending, but due to recent misbehaving the girls end up being grounded on that day. Akko comes up with a plan to sneak out and attend, but when they arrive it turns out the author has her own plan, and it somehow involves Lotte!
Don't Stop Me Now
3. Don't Stop Me Now
January 23, 2017
Akko starts flying lessons using a broom that Professor Ursula gives her, but she struggles -- and the Academy's broom relay race is coming up.
Papiliodia
2. Papiliodia
January 16, 2017
Akko is excited for the first day of magic lessons, an excitement that her roommates Sucy and Lotte have difficulty sharing. However, the classes prove to be a more mundane affair than expected, which leads Akko to talk loudly about Shiny Chariot's amazing magic to her friends over lunch and catch the attention of Diana Cavendish. Meanwhile, Professor Ursula is tasked with investigating why the Jennifer Memorial Tree appears to be dying. Her research eventually brings her to pinpoint the cause, but not before Diana casts a restoration spell on the tree that spirals out of control. Akko, Sucy and Lotte, who were playing with Shiny Chariot's collectible cards nearby, quickly rush over...
Starting Over
1. Starting Over
January 9, 2017
Atsuko "Akko" Kagari enrolls in the prestigious academy Luna Nova following her dream and passion of becoming a witch like Shiny Chariot. She searches all over the small town of Brighton Berry for a bus to Luna Nova Academy, but when she finally finds it it turns out to be a "Broom Highway" that only witches can use. Akko, who's never practiced magic before, let alone rode a broom, is at a complete loss. What's more, if she doesn't make it in time for the opening ceremony, she'll be expelled!
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Where to Watch Little Witch Academia
Little Witch Academia is available for streaming on the Good Smile Company website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Little Witch Academia on demand at Netflix.
  • Premiere Date
    January 9, 2017
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (2,310)
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