Puella Magi Madoka Magica New Film Delayed Again as February Release Schedule Changes
The release schedule for the new Puella Magi Madoka Magica film has been changed after it was previously set for February. The completely new anime film, Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Walpurgisnacht Rising (JP: 劇場版 魔法少女まどか☆マギカ ワルプルギスの廻天), will no longer open as planned due to production related circumstances. According to the official announcement, the new release date will be revealed again within February. No specific timing has been provided at this stage.

'Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Walpurgisnacht Rising' New Teaser Visual (C)Magica Quartet/Aniplex,Madoka Project
The franchise official X account posted a detailed explanation regarding the decision. The statement reads that although the film had been scheduled for release starting February 2026, the opening period has been changed due to production related reasons. It also confirmed that further information regarding the new release date will be announced again during February 2026.
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Regarding advance tickets, the announcement reassured fans that movie ticket vouchers and advance tickets already purchased will remain valid and can be used once the film is released.
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『劇場版 魔法少女まどか☆マギカ〈ワルプルギスの廻天〉』公開延期のお知らせ
— 魔法少女まどか☆マギカ (@madoka_magica) January 23, 2026
2026年2月より公開を予定しておりましたが、製作上の都合により公開時期を変更とさせていただきます。
新たな公開日に関しては2026年2月中に改めてお知らせいたします。https://t.co/Q1HCs6gti8#まどかマギカ
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Source : ORICON NEWS