Aniplex has recently unveiled a three-minute preview of the first episode of the highly anticipated Silent Witch anime, alongside new cast information and details regarding its opening theme song. The series is set to premiere in Japan on July 4, 2025, and will be available for streaming globally on Crunchyroll.
Episode 1 Sneak Peek and New Visual
Fans can now get an early glimpse into the world of Silent Witch with a three-minute excerpt from its first episode, which was released on Aniplex’s official Japanese YouTube channel. This preview offers a taste of the animation and atmosphere viewers can expect from the adaptation of Matsuri Isora’s light novel series. Additionally, a second special visual has been released, featuring the protagonist, Monica Everett, alongside her friends at Serendia Academy.
New Cast Member: Ai Kayano as Claudia
The anime’s cast sees a new addition with veteran voice actress Ai Kayano joining to play the role of Claudia. Claudia is described as a second-year student at Serendia Academy, known as a “walking library,” and hails from a family of esteemed intellectuals. This announcement adds to an already impressive voice cast, which includes Saya Aizawa as Monica Everett, Hitomi Nabatame as Nero, Junichi Suwabe as Louis Miller, Atsumi Tanezaki as Isabelle Norton, and Shogo Sakata as Felix Arc Ridill, among others. Other recently announced cast members include Kanna Nakamura as Lana Colette, Yoshiki Nakajima as Cyril Ashley, and Ryōhei Kimura as Elliott Howard.
Opening Theme Song Details
The opening theme song for Silent Witch is titled “Feel” and is performed by the alternative rock band hitsujibungaku. The song is slated to begin streaming in Japan on July 4, 2025, coinciding with the anime’s premiere. Hitsujibungaku will also perform the ending theme song, “mild days”.
Production and Story Overview
The Silent Witch anime is an adaptation of the light novel series by Matsuri Isora and Nanna Fujimi. Yasuo Iwamoto is directing the anime at Studio Gokumi, with Takaomi Kanasaki serving as chief director, screenwriter, and script supervisor. Cona Nitanda is responsible for character designs, while Cygames and Rina Tayama are credited for the music.
The story revolves around Monica Everett, known as the “Silent Witch,” the only mage capable of using Voiceless Magic and a heroine who single-handedly defeated the legendary Black Dragon. However, despite her immense power, Monica is described as being super-duper shy, having learned Voiceless Magic specifically to avoid public speaking. Her current task involves secretly guarding the second prince, navigating both dangerous threats and her own social anxieties. Yen Press has licensed the light novels and manga adaptation in English under the title Secrets of the Silent Witch.
