Once Upon a Witch's Death

Once Upon a Witch's Death is a fantasy slice-of-life drama anime with a warm, healing tone and GL (Girls' Love) elements, animated by EMT Squared under the direction of Atsushi Nigorikawa, with series composition by Keiichiro Ochi. Based on the light novel by author Saka, the series centers on Meg Raspberry and Faust, weaving together an enchanting fantasy world with gentle, everyday storytelling. This adaptation brings a quietly emotional and character-driven narrative to life, making it a must-watch for fans of healing and GL-themed anime.

In a world where magic is woven into everyday life, a young witch named Meg Raspberry receives a shocking revelation on her seventeenth birthday. Her guardian and mentor, the legendary Eternal Witch known as Faust, delivers grave news: Meg is bound by a curse that will claim her life within a year unless she can find a way to break it. The only known remedy is to cultivate a seed of life—one that can only bloom when nourished by a thousand tears of genuine joy. But true joy is rarely simple to find. Driven by the will to survive, Meg sets out on an unexpected journey that brings her closer to the people around her than she ever anticipated. Through her magic and her compassion, she steps into the lives of friends and neighbors, sharing in their struggles and small triumphs. Once Upon a Witch's Death is a heartfelt tale exploring human connection, the weight of time, and what it truly means to be alive.