---
title: "The Dawn of the Witch"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-dawn-of-the-witch-2022"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 124363
imdb_id: "tt15766292"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 12
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 42
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# The Dawn of the Witch (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-dawn-of-the-witch-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Dawn of the Witch is a 2022 Japanese fantasy television mini-series and light novel adaptation created by Kakeru Kobashiri. It functions as a spin-off sequel to the earlier series Grimoire of Zero, following an unmotivated magic academy student with amnesia who is ordered by headmaster Albus to undertake dangerous special training in an area that holds witch hunts.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An amnesiac magic student with zero magic is sent on a dangerous mission."

### Why Watch
- It serves as a spin-off sequel to Grimoire of Zero.
- It features a unique premise involving an amnesiac student with the lowest grades at a magic academy.
- It involves a high-stakes special training mission to spread the use of magic in a hostile region.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The protagonist struggles with low grades and a lack of motivation due to his amnesia.
- Tone & Suitability: The series is rated TV-14 and combines animation, comedy, action and adventure, and sci-fi and fantasy elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #magic-academy, #amnesiac-protagonist, #witch-hunts, #light-novel-adaptation, #spin-off, #fantasy-adventure

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 12
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (25%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 9 (75%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Shuichiro Umeda** as *Saybil (voice)*
- **Miho Okasaki** as *Loux Krystas (voice)*
- **Sayumi Suzushiro** as *Holt (voice)*
- **Taku Yashiro** as *Kudo (voice)*
- **Yumiri Hanamori** as *Zero (voice)*
- **Masaaki Yano** as *Mercenary (voice)*
- **Masaaki Mizunaka** as *Priest (voice)*
- **You Taichi** as *Albus (voice)*
- **Masayuki Katou** as *Holdem (voice)*
- **Manaka Iwami** as *Riiri (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream The Dawn of the Witch?
Streaming information is available on platforms like The Movie Database.

### Q: Is The Dawn of the Witch worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of fantasy light novel adaptations and stories about magical academies.

### Q: What is the binge duration?
The series is a television mini-series released in 2022.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
All episodes follow the journey of Saybil as he is sent to investigate and spread the use of magic.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Dawn of the Witch — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/124363)
- [The Dawn of the Witch (TV Mini Series 2022) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15766292)
- [The Dawn of the Witch (TV Series 2022) - Cast & Crew — The ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/124363/cast)
- [The Dawn of the Witch - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dawn_of_the_Witch)
- [The Dawn of the Witch (2022) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/the-dawn-of-the-witch/UiKOOH6DIhdQ8LlpZiQhA4/credits/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*