The Ancient Magus' Bride
A haunting tapestry of Celtic myth and modern trauma, where a discarded girl finds a home within the shadow of a skull-headed mage. Magic blooms like blood-red poppies amidst a thicket of protective, stinging thorns.
The Ancient Magus' Bride
The Ancient Magus' Bride

魔法使いの嫁

"Will he bring her the light she desperately needs, or drown her in ever deeper shadows?"

08 October 2017 — 21 December 2023 Japan 2 season 48 episode Ended ⭐ 8.4 (412)
Cast: Atsumi Tanezaki, Ryota Takeuchi, Aya Endo, Koki Uchiyama, Satoshi Hino
Drama Animation Sci-Fi & Fantasy Action & Adventure
Healing and Trauma The Duality of Magic Belonging and Identity The Ethics of Care

The Ancient Magus' Bride - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details

Easter Eggs

Celtic and English Folklore Cameos

Beings like the Leanan Sidhe, Selkies, and The Wild Hunt appear not just as background characters but as accurate representations of their mythological roots, rewarding viewers familiar with European lore.

The 'Thistle' and 'Thorn' Naming

Elias is often called 'Thorn,' while Chise is associated with flowers. This references the traditional 'Thistle and the Rose' imagery, symbolizing a protective but painful union.