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Part of situation: Madoka Magica 2026 film rollout (14 clusters)

Madoka Magica film release event held in Tokyo

Puella Magi Madoka Magica anime film release voice actors Shaft Walpurgisnacht: Rising

A promotional stage greeting was held on August 29, 2026, at Shinjuku Wald 9 in Tokyo to celebrate the release of the film ‘Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Walpurgisnacht: Rising’. The event featured a large assembly of the series' voice cast, including Aoi Yuki, Chika Saito, Eri Kitamura, Ai Nonaka, Kaori Mizuhashi, Kana Asumi, and Emiri Kato.

During the event, the cast and creators discussed the 13-year gap since the previous film and the 15-year history of the television series. Chika Saito, who voices Homura Akemi, shared that she focused deeply on the character Madoka to ensure her performance remained true to the original series.

Technical advancements were also highlighted by Shaft President Mitsutoshi Kubota, who noted the transition from traditional paper animation to high-definition digital formats capable of 4K resolution. The production team also emphasized the optimization of audio for various formats, including IMAX and Dolby Atmos, to enhance the cinematic experience.

Entities

Aoi Yuki · Chika Saito · Chiwa Saito · Madoka Magica · SHAFT · Shinjuku Wald 9 · Yuki Kajiura

Claims

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  • [● 3 SOURCES] The new film is the first release in the series in 13 years. animeanime.jp · cho-animedia.jp · www.pashplus.jp
  • [● 3 SOURCES] The event took place at Shinjuku Wald 9 in Tokyo. animeanime.jp · cho-animedia.jp · www.pashplus.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Shaft President Mitsutoshi Kubota discussed the evolution from paper-based animation to digital 4K formats. www.pashplus.jp
  • [● 3 SOURCES] It has been 15 years since the original television series aired. animeanime.jp · cho-animedia.jp · www.pashplus.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Voice actress Chiwa Saito focused on the character Madoka while recording her role as Homura. www.pashplus.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Audio was specifically optimized for IMAX, Dolby Atmos, and 5.1ch formats. www.pashplus.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Shaft President Mitsutoshi Kubota noted that the 13-year production period felt very short to the team. www.pashplus.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Audio for the film was optimized for various formats including IMAX and Dolby Atmos. www.pashplus.jp
  • [● 3 SOURCES] A promotional event for the new Madoka Magica film took place in Tokyo on August 29, 2026. animeanime.jp · cho-animedia.jp · www.pashplus.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The animation production has transitioned from paper-based drawing to digital formats supporting 4K resolution. www.pashplus.jp
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Chika Saito stated she focuses entirely on the character Madoka during voice acting sessions. www.pashplus.jp

Sources

「劇場版まどマギ〈ワルプルギスの廻天〉」13年ぶりの新作公開を祝し悠木碧や斎藤千和ら集結！「この神話が再び動き出す時が来た」舞台挨拶レポ | アニメ！アニメ！ [animeanime.jp]
「劇場版まどマギ〈ワルプルギスの廻天〉」13年ぶりの新作公開を祝し悠木碧や斎藤千和ら集結！「この神話が再び動き出す時が来た」舞台挨拶レポ | 超！アニメディア [cho-animedia.jp]
【まどマギ】斎藤千和さん「とにかくまどかを見てます。私はそれだけを考えてアフレコしていると言っても過言ではないくらい」『劇場版 魔法少女まどか☆マギカ〈ワルプルギスの廻天〉』公開御礼舞台挨拶レポート [www.pashplus.jp]