Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia streams on Crunchyroll

Science SARU’s new anime Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia premiered on Crunchyroll, portraying the 13th‑century Mongolian steppes and the story of a Persian‑born woman, Fatima, who becomes a learned adviser in the Mongol court. The series blends shamanic folklore with a historically grounded depiction of the empire’s political intrigue, emphasizing women’s knowledge and agency.

Italian reviewers highlighted the show’s calm visual style and cultural authenticity, while Spanish critics noted its meticulous historical research and the significance of director Abel Góngora— the first Spaniard to helm a TV anime—alongside Naoko Yamada’s executive production. The opening theme "Stella" by SEKAI NO OWARI accompanies the first two episodes, which aired on TV Asahi’s IMAnimation W block on July 4, 2026. The manga, published by Panini in Spain, complements the anime’s narrative, focusing on espionage and power dynamics within the Mongol harem.

Both reviews praise Jaadugar for offering a fresh perspective on Mongolian and Persian history through animation, marking it as a notable cultural release this summer.