The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch Anime Set for 2026 Debut – Cast, Staff, and Teaser Revealed
Kodansha’s fantasy romance manga The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch is officially getting an anime adaptation in 2026. Announced with a teaser trailer, visual, and full cast and staff reveal, the series follows a clumsy witch and a mysterious talking cat in a magical academy setting. Directed by Naomasa Tatsuwa and animated by LIDENFILMS, this upcoming anime blends comedy, magic, and romance for fans of supernatural school adventures.
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By Maria – Gaming & Anime Blogger
The magical school year is already looking exciting for 2026. The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch, the popular fantasy romance manga by Yosuke Kaneda, is officially being adapted into an anime, as revealed via the series’ social media platforms. Alongside the announcement, fans were treated to a teaser trailer, key visual, and the reveal of the main cast and production staff.
Animated by LIDENFILMS, the series brings a spellbinding blend of magic and romantic comedy. The anime will be directed by Naomasa Tatsuwa (The Island of Giant Insects), with Midori Goto (Hozuki's Coolheadedness) handling the series composition. Character designs will be created by Takayuki Onoda, known for his work on Hortensia SAGA.
Main Voice Cast:
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Spica Virgo – Voiced by Kaede Hondo (known for Elaina in Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina)
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Claude Sirius – Voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki (known for Mahito in JUJUTSU KAISEN)
These two characters are at the heart of this quirky and magical tale, where witchcraft meets unexpected friendship and comedic misadventure.
Plot Overview:
Based on the manga serialized on Kodansha's Magazine Pocket and available in English via the K Manga app, The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch tells the story of:
Spica Virgo, an apprentice witch who cannot use magic, and Claude Sirius, a talking black cat cursed with powerful spells. With no connections and no resources, Spica's only hope of entering the magic academy is to form a secret contract with Claude. The twist? The curse on Claude can only be broken by a kiss—leading to a magical partnership full of challenges, chaos, and charm.
The anime is expected to premiere in 2026, and fans of supernatural school settings, magical mentorships, and romantic tension will find this series a welcome addition to the seasonal lineup.
Stay tuned for more updates, including a full trailer and release date, as production progresses.
