Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising Trailer 3 — New Cast, Characters & August 28, 2026 Release Date

Over a Decade in the Making: Walpurgisnacht Rising Confirmed for August 28, 2026

The long-awaited sequel has finally received a firm release date. The third official trailer for Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising has been unveiled, announcing that the film will arrive in Japanese theaters on August 28, 2026. Serving as the direct continuation of the 2013 theatrical release The Rebellion Story, this fully original film marks the end of an over-ten-year wait for fans worldwide.

Two New Magical Girls Make Their Debut

The centerpiece of the new trailer is the reveal of two previously unannounced magical girl characters, whose arrival promises to shake up the intertwined fates of Kaname Madoka and Homura Akemi in unexpected ways.

• Shichōka: Voiced by rising star Shion Wakayama. The trailer depicts her as a bespectacled girl with long green hair, and her combat style along with her mysterious backstory have already sparked widespread discussion across the fandom.

• Selma Therese: Brought to life by acclaimed voice actress Tomoyo Kurosawa. Her distinctively designed appearance — particularly her hair accessories — has led fans to speculate about a deep thematic connection to the film's central concept of Walpurgisnacht.

The introduction of these two characters signals a significant expansion of the Puella Magi Madoka Magica universe, potentially pushing the narrative far beyond the boundaries of the original quintet.

Legendary Creative Team Reunites

Alongside the exciting cast news, Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising brings back the celebrated creative trio that defined the franchise. Gen Urobuchi (Nitroplus) returns to pen the screenplay, Akiyuki Shinbo reprises his role as Chief Director, and SHAFT handles animation production once again.

Full Production Staff

• Original Work: Magica Quartet

• Chief Director: Akiyuki Shinbo

• Screenplay: Gen Urobuchi (Nitroplus)

• Original Character Design: Ume Aoki

• Director: Yukihiro Miyamoto

• Character Design / Chief Animation Director: Junichirō Taniguchi

• Chief Animation Director: Hiroki Yamamura

• Witch Space Design: Gekidan Inu Curry

• Music: Yuki Kajiura

• Animation Production: SHAFT

Original Voice Cast Confirmed to Return

In addition to the new additions, the original voice cast will reprise their beloved roles. Aoi Yuuki returns as Kaname Madoka, while Chiwa Saitou continues as Homura Akemi. The cast members for Mami Tomoe, Sayaka Miki, Kyōko Sakura, and Nagisa Momoe are also all confirmed to return, preserving the iconic voice performances fans have cherished since 2011.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which film does Walpurgisnacht Rising follow?

Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising is the direct sequel to the 2013 theatrical film Puella Magi Madoka Magica: The Movie — Rebellion.

When will the film open in Japanese theaters?

According to the official announcement, the film is scheduled to premiere in Japan on August 28, 2026.

Who are the new cast members and which characters do they play?

Shion Wakayama voices the new magical girl Shichōka, and Tomoyo Kurosawa voices Selma Therese.

Who is writing the screenplay?

Gen Urobuchi, the writer behind the original TV anime series, returns to craft the story for Walpurgisnacht Rising.