The anticipated new season of the dark fantasy anime series "Black Butler," titled Black Butler - Green Witch Arc-, is set to premiere on April 5, 2025, on TOKYO MX and other broadcasting channels. This announcement highlights the arrival of the series' newest installment, which continues to enthrall fans with its rich narratives and captivating characters.
Based on the manga by Yana Toboso, which has been serialized since September 2006, the new arc promises to deliver intriguing new storylines and character development. The original manga has been lauded for its detailed world-building and has sold over 36 million copies worldwide, establishing it as one of the top releases among its genre.
To give fans a taste of what's to come, key visuals and teaser previews were released, showcasing the vivid animation style and the compelling aesthetics fans have come to expect. The series continues to revolve around Ciel Phantomhive, the 12-year-old head of the Phantomhive family, and his perfect butler, Sebastian Michaelis. The duo undertakes various tasks under the Queen's command, including investigating mysterious deaths and curses.
A special pre-screening event is scheduled for March 23, 2025, at United Cinema Aqua City Odaiba, Tokyo, where voice actors including Daisuke Ono, Rie Kugimiya, and Masahiro Kobayashi will make appearances. Tickets for the event are priced at 2,500 yen and went on sale via the Ticket PIA pre-reserve lottery, available from March 4 to March 16, with general sales commencing on March 18.
The upcoming series will pit Ciel and Sebastian against the sinister "Wolfman Forest,” where those who enter face fatal curses. With problems arising from their assignments and the potential for danger lurking at every corner, fans can expect significant tension and twists throughout the series.
Notably, from April 5 onwards, the series will be broadcast weekly on Saturdays at 11:30 PM on ABEMA's Anime Channel. Following terrestrial broadcast, each episode will remain available for free viewing for one week. It will later be available on various streaming platforms, including Prime Video from April 8 and on Manga UP! starting April 11.
With the series' new story arc, the team behind the scenes also includes director Kenjiro Okada, known for beautifully capturing intricacies on screen, along with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino, character design by Yumi Shimizu, and overarching production from CloverWorks.
"Black Butler" has previously seen massive success spanning multiple adaptations, including several animated seasons, OVA releases, and even live-action films. With the fan base continually growing, viewers eagerly anticipate this next chapter's twist-filled plot and character arcs.
For those unfamiliar or wanting to catch up, all previous seasons of the series, as well as the movies and OVAS, are currently available for viewing on ABEMA, ensuring even new fans can jump right back to where it all began.
Overall, as excitement builds for the upcoming season, the legacy of "Black Butler" continues to thrive, promising quality animations, compelling narratives, and engaging characters for both longtime fans and newcomers.
Stay tuned for more updates as the launch approaches, and prepare to enter the world of intrigue and darkness!