The Once Upon a Witch’s Death anime adaptation has recently unveiled a new cast member, adding to the excitement of fans eagerly awaiting its premiere in 2025. Rumi Okubo, known for her role as Cleao Everlasting in Sorcerous Stabber Orphen, will be voicing the character of Fine Cavendish in the upcoming anime.
In addition to the new cast member announcement, a fresh “situation visual” has been released, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect from the adaptation. The anime is set to follow the story of Meg Raspberry, voiced by Yoshino Aoyama, as she navigates a life-altering curse with the help of her mentor Faust, played by Yoshiko Sakakibara.
The plot of Once Upon a Witch’s Death revolves around Meg’s discovery on her seventeenth birthday that she has only one year left to live. To break the curse placed upon her, she must collect one thousand tears of joy to grow a seed of life. As Meg embarks on this quest, she finds herself forming deep connections with those around her, learning valuable lessons about life, death, and the power of human connection.
Directed by Atsushi Nigorikawa and with series composition by Keiichirou Ohchi, the anime promises to bring the emotional and magical elements of the light novels to life on screen. The character designs by Yukishizuku further enhance the storytelling, capturing the essence of each character and their journey.
Fans of the Once Upon a Witch’s Death series, published in English by Yen Press, can look forward to a heartfelt and poignant adaptation that stays true to the spirit of the original novels. With the addition of Rumi Okubo to the cast and the visual sneak peeks, anticipation for the anime’s premiere continues to build as viewers eagerly await the chance to experience Meg’s enchanting story on screen.
