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The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch 2026

★ 7.3/10 · 13 votes TV-14 AnimationComedySci-Fi & Fantasy 1 seasons · 24 eps Returning Series
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What is The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch?

The television series "The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch" is an anime adaptation of a Japanese manga series. The story revolves around Spica Virgo, a young girl who dreams of joining a magical academy.

Type
TV series
Year
2026
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
24
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Apr 12, 2026
Last aired
Jul 12, 2026
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
TBS, CBC
Genres
Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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The television series "The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch" is an anime adaptation of a Japanese manga series. The story revolves around Spica Virgo, a young girl who dreams of joining a magical academy. However, her chances seem slim due to her inability to use magic. The series follows Spica's journey as she meets a mysterious talking black cat who agrees to teach her in exchange for help breaking a curse. The black cat is a powerful mage cursed into feline form. The series explores a world of magic, mystery, and unexpected surprises. The anime is produced by Liden and is scheduled to premiere on CBC and TBS. The series features a voice cast including Nobunaga Shimazaki, Kaede Hondo, Katsuji Mori, and Kazuki Ura. The series has been serialized on Kodansha's Magazine Pocket website and app since March 2022.

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Should you watch it?

“A magic-less girl and a cursed feline mage form an unlikely alliance to master the arcane arts.”

# whimsical# mysterious# academic# fantasy
Reasons to watch
  • engaging mentor-student dynamic
  • unique magical world-building
Keep in mind
  • protagonist faces significant initial obstacles

Watch it if you enjoy stories about underdogs overcoming adversity through secret partnerships.

The series features themes of magical study and fantasy adventure suitable for general audiences.

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Cast

Kaede Hondo Spica Virgo (voice)
Nobunaga Shimazaki Claude Sirius (voice)
Fuka Izumi Aria Aquarius (voice)
Miho Wataya Hana Sasorijo (voice)

Episode guide

Season 1 · 24 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the protagonist?

The protagonist is Spica Virgo, a girl who dreams of joining a magical academy.

What is the main problem?

Spica Virgo cannot use magic, which hinders her goal of entering the academy.

Who is the black cat?

The black cat is a powerful mage who has been cursed into feline form.

What is the pact between them?

The cat agrees to teach Spica magic in exchange for her help in breaking his curse.

What is the setting?

The series is set in a world of magic and mystery centered around a magical academy.