Little Witch Academia
LWA
リトルウィッチアカデミア
Genres
- Adventure
- Comedy
- Fantasy
Tags
all 12- FantasyMagic98
- TraitsWitch96
- Main CastFemale Protagonist90
- Main CastPrimarily Female Cast81
- SceneSchool81
- Main CastPrimarily Teen Cast79
- SceneDungeon70
- Slice of LifeCute Girls Doing Cute Things50
- TraitsOjou-sama45
- TraitsDragons45
- UniverseUrban Fantasy44
- OtherGore26
Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy. Tags: Magic, Witch, Female Protagonist, Primarily Female Cast, School, Primarily Teen Cast, Dungeon, Cute Girls Doing Cute Things, Ojou-sama, Dragons, Urban Fantasy, Gore.
#1184
Ranked
#866
Popularity
1.4K
Favorites
96.3K
Members
#5
This Season
Popular Movie
#11
This Season
Rated Movie
#67
All Time
Popular Movie
#259
All Time
Rated Movie
Episode Progress
Complete1 / 1 episodes aired
All 1 episodes available
- Aired
- Mar 2, 2013 –
- Duration
- 26 min
- Time to Complete
- 26m
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- Trigger
Alternative Titles
jaリトルウィッチアカデミア
enWakate Animator Ikusei Project
en2012 Young Animator Training Project
enAnime Mirai 2012
enLWA
Synopsis
For young witches everywhere, the world-renowned witch Shiny Chariot reigns as the most revered and celebrated role model. But as the girls age, so do their opinions of her—now just the mention of Chariot would get a witch labeled a child. However, undeterred in her blind admiration for Chariot, ordinary girl Atsuko Kagari enrolls into Luna Nova Magical Academy, hoping to someday become just as mesmerizing as her idol. However, the witch academy isn't all the fun and games Atsuko thought it would be: boring lectures, strict teachers, and students who mock Chariot plague the campus. Coupled with her own ineptness in magic, she's seen as little more than a rebel student. But when a chance finally presents itself to prove herself to her peers and teachers, she takes it, and now it's up to her to stop a rampaging dragon before it flattens the entire academy. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Synopsis
Little Witch Academia is one of the four anime works that each received 38 million yen (about US$480,000) from the "2012 Young Animator Training Project." Just like in 2010 and 2011, the animation labor group received 214.5 million yen (US$2.65 million) from the Japanese government's Agency for Cultural Affairs, and it distributed most of those funds to studios who train young animators on-the-job
Little Witch Academia is one of the four anime works that each received 38 million yen (about US$480,000) from the "2012 Young Animator Training Project." Just like in 2010 and 2011, the animation labor group received 214.5 million yen (US$2.65 million) from the Japanese government's Agency for Cultural Affairs, and it distributed most of those funds to studios who train young animators on-the-job. Positive response to the movie led Studio Trigger to run a Kickstarter funding a sequel, which surpassed its funding goal.
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Little Witch Academia is one of the four anime works that each received 38 million yen (about US$480,000) from the "2012 Young Animator Training Project." Just like in 2010 and 2011, the animation labor group received 214.5 million yen (US$2.65 million) from the Japanese government's Agency for Cultural Affairs, and it distributed most of those funds to studios who train young animators on-the-job
Little Witch Academia is one of the four anime works that each received 38 million yen (about US$480,000) from the "2012 Young Animator Training Project." Just like in 2010 and 2011, the animation labor group received 214.5 million yen (US$2.65 million) from the Japanese government's Agency for Cultural Affairs, and it distributed most of those funds to studios who train young animators on-the-job. Positive response to the movie led Studio Trigger to run a Kickstarter funding a sequel, which surpassed its funding goal.
Franchise Timeline
Little Witch Academia is entry 1 of 2 in the Little Witch Academia watch order — the first entry in this franchise's main story.
Franchise Timeline
Little Witch Academia
Essential·Core entries only — skip filler and side content
- Little Witch AcademiaMain Story #1 (MOVIE)2013
- Little Witch Academia: The Enchanted ParadeMain Story #2 (MOVIE)2015
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
Platform Scores
MAL
7.79
AniList
76 / 100
Kitsu
80 / 100
AniList Trend
93
Episode Guide
Aired so far: 1 / 1
Main Story
1 / 1
100%
Latest Aired
Episode 1
Remaining
Fully available
Aired so far
Status Breakdown
Tags
Shows how closely each tag relates to this animeRelations
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Recommendations
10 recommendations
Kiki's Delivery Service
Witchy Pretty Cure!
Mary and the Witch's Flower
The Ancient Magus' Bride
Magical Sisters Yoyo & Nene
Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina
Space Patrol Luluco
Burn the Witch
Witchy Pretty Cure!! Mirai Days
Wistoria: Wand and Sword
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Little Witch Academia movie?
Little Witch Academia is a single movie with a runtime of approximately 26 minutes. It was produced as part of the 2012 Young Animator Training Project.
Is Little Witch Academia a finished story?
Yes, Little Witch Academia is a finished movie that serves as the first entry in the franchise. It has a direct sequel titled Little Witch Academia: The Enchanted Parade.
What is the premise of Little Witch Academia?
The story follows Atsuko Kagari, an ordinary girl who enrolls in Luna Nova Magical Academy to emulate her idol, the famous witch Shiny Chariot. She quickly discovers that academy life is filled with boring lectures and mocking students rather than the magical fun she expected.
Who produced and directed Little Witch Academia?
The movie was animated by the studio Trigger and directed by Yoshinari, You. The music for the project was composed by Oshima, Michiru.
What should I watch if I like Little Witch Academia?
Fans of this title often enjoy other magical or fantasy-themed series like Kiki's Delivery Service, Witchy Pretty Cure!, and Mary and the Witch's Flower. Other recommendations include The Ancient Magus' Bride and Magical Sisters Yoyo & Nene.
Who are the main characters in Little Witch Academia?
The story centers on Kagari, Atsuko as she navigates life at the academy. She is joined by other students including Manbavaran, Sucy, Jansson, Lotte, and the talented Cavendish, Diana.
Is Little Witch Academia appropriate for children?
Yes, the movie carries a PG rating, making it suitable for children. It explores lighthearted fantasy themes centered around a school for young witches.
Is there another version of Little Witch Academia?
Yes, there is an alternative version also titled Little Witch Academia. Make sure to check the release details to distinguish it from this original 2012 short film.
Information
- Type
- Movie
- Status
- Finished
- Country
- Japan
- Aired
- Mar 2, 2013 –
- Episodes
- 1 / 1
- Duration
- 26 min
- Time to Complete
- 26m
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- Trigger
Alternative Titles
jaリトルウィッチアカデミア
enWakate Animator Ikusei Project
en2012 Young Animator Training Project
enAnime Mirai 2012
enLWA
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