Crunchyroll has officially announced the eagerly awaited English dubbed version of the anime Once Upon a Witch’s Death. This adaptation is set to be released on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, coinciding with the debut of the series’ fourth episode, which will also be available with multiple subtitles. The anime, which premiered on April 1, 2025, in Japan, is already making waves among fans worldwide.
The Journey of Once Upon a Witch’s Death
This enchanting series is based on a fantasy light novel written by Saka, with illustrations by Chorefuji. Since its launch in September 2021, ASCII Media Works has been serializing these captivating light novels. In addition to the novels, a manga adaptation illustrated by Kenu Amearare is also available, further expanding the immersive universe of the story.
English Dub Premiere and Details
According to Crunchyroll’s latest updates, the English dubbed version of Once Upon a Witch’s Death will officially premiere on April 22, 2025. The first episode of the English dub will be released following the airing of the fourth episode at 8 AM PT. While the exact timing has not yet been confirmed, fans are eagerly anticipating this debut.
Streaming Availability
After its initial airing on several networks including AT-X, Tokyo MX, and BS11, Once Upon a Witch’s Death has released three episodes, with the fourth one scheduled for April 22, 2025. Anime enthusiasts outside of Japan and China will be able to stream the series via Crunchyroll, heightening its global appeal.
Meet the English Dub Cast
Excitingly, Crunchyroll has unveiled the talented cast for the English dub of Once Upon a Witch’s Death. The lineup includes:
- Hannah Alyea as Meg
- Linda Young as Faust
- Naya Moreno as Shirofukuro
- Reshel Mae as Fine
- Corinne Sudberg as Carbuncle
- Lisette Montique Diaz as Anna
- Jeff Swearingen as Mr. Hendy
Behind the Scenes
Along with the cast, the crew responsible for bringing the English dub to life has also been revealed. Helena Walstrom is taking on the role of dub director, and Samantha Herek is serving as the producer. Additional key crew members include:
- Matt Grounds, Mixer
- Jameson Outlaw, Engineer
- Clayton Browning, Script Adaptation Artist
Japanese Cast and Production Team
The Japanese voice cast for Once Upon a Witch’s Death features notable talents such as Yoshino Aoyama as Meg Raspberry and Yoshiko Sakakibara as Faust. The directorial duties are handled by Atsushi Nigorikawa at EMT Squared, with Keiichiro Ochi overseeing the script. Music for the series is composed by Akiyuki Tateyama.
The Storyline
The plot revolves around Meg Raspberry, an apprentice witch who learns from her mentor Faust that she is destined to die. In a desperate attempt to alter her fate, Meg sets out on a quest to gather “Tears of Joy”from a thousand individuals in order to create the Seed of Life. This narrative not only showcases her adventures but also explores themes of happiness and resilience.
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