Once Upon a Witch's Death

On the cusp of turning seventeen, Meg Raspberry discovers that her mentor, Faust, a legendary Perennial Witch of the Seven Sages, is doomed to die. Rather than accept fate, Meg heads out on a dangerous quest to foil a Death Sentence by growing a Seed of Life. The catch is steep: the seed must be nourished with tears of joy gathered from a thousand people. So Meg travels through a patchwork world of spellwork and alien wonders, befriending unlikely allies and facing hard choices as she learns how happiness, sacrifice, and responsibility shape a future she wants to live in. Immersed in magic, science, and coming of age, she learns what immortality might cost.

Once Upon a Witch's Death is an original animated drama created by Keiichiro Ochi and Saka, released in 2025. It blends fantasy and sci fi in a coming of age tale and features a voice cast led by Yoshino Aoyama.

Audience response so far hints at a blend of coming of age and magical intrigue. The show centers on Meg's push to balance joy and duty as she pursues the Seed of Life, a quest that tests loyalty, ethics, and hope. It holds an early 7.36/10 score from 14 votes today.

From the cast to the world it builds, the series signals potential cultural reach even in its early stages. Yoshino Aoyama and Yoshiko Sakakibara bring distinct voices to Meg and Faust, suggesting memorable character dynamics and visuals that could echo beyond the screen, shaping future anime fantasy.

At this time there are no major nominations or wins announced for the series. Its innovative blend of animation, drama, and science fantasy may attract attention in animation and genre categories as the season unfolds, though no specific accolades have been confirmed yet. Industry observers will be watching.