The magical world of Witch Hat Atelier will have to wait a little longer to jump from the pages of the manga to the television screens. Through a statement on social networks, the production team announced that the long-awaited adaptation will no longer debut in 2025, but will be delayed until 2026. The decision, as explained, seeks to guarantee that the series maintains a quality standard worthy of the universe created by Kamome Shirahama.
The official announcement
In his publication you could read a message with a solemn tone:
“The Witch Hat Atelier television anime will have its broadcast schedule changed from 2025 to 2026 in order to deliver the series with the highest possible quality and show all its charm. We apologize to everyone who was waiting for the broadcast. Our staff is working with the utmost dedication and care in the production. More updates will be announced as soon as they are decided. We ask for your patience and understanding.”
Production team
The project will be carried out by the animation studio BUG FILMS. The creative team includes:
- Ayumu Watanabe (Children of the Sea, Space Brothers) in direction.
- Kairi Unabara in character design.
- Yuka Kitamura (Bloodborne, Elden Ring) composing the music.
A delay that hurts, but promises
Although no one enjoys having their favorite anime postponed, the delay of Witch Hat Atelier It can be a positive sign. At the end of the day, it is preferable to wait to receive a careful work that is faithful to the manga, than to see a rushed and poorly executed product.
