The Ancient Magus' Bride
Season 2
202324 episodes
Seeking answers about her curse, Chise enrolls at the College—a school for talented young sorcerers, many of whom carry dark family secrets. When a powerful book goes missing, a mysterious force begins draining magic from the people around her. To stop it and protect them, Chise must take a risk that pulls her even deeper into danger.
Episode 1
Live and let live. II
Apr 6, 202324m
TMDB rating 6.8TMDB
Chise attends her first day at the College with Elias in tow.
Episode 2
Birds of a feather flock together. I
Apr 13, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.3TMDB
It's a day of new beginnings at the College as Chise attends her first day of classes and meets some of her fellow students, and Elias adopts a mysterious guise for his first time teaching as a visiting instructor.
Episode 3
Birds of a feather flock together. II
Apr 20, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.6TMDB
Chise shares a meal with her new classmates, but several teachers and students at the College have their eyes on both her and Elias for reasons yet unknown. Chise and Elias head home for the weekend and Stella drops by for a visit.
Episode 4
The cowl does not make the monk.
Apr 27, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.0TMDB
Two separate conversations reveal the multitude of revelations that Chise and Elias have had about one another, and the ways they've both grown and changed. Hazel guides them on a dangerous shortcut back to the College.
Episode 5
First impressions are the most lasting.
May 4, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.7TMDB
Chise learns a bit more about the history of both the College and her classmates. Zoe's secret is revealed, and a pact is formed.
Episode 6
Better bend than break.
May 11, 202324m
TMDB rating 6.8TMDB
Alice and Chise to try and sort through their feelings on their complicated relationships with their respective masters.
Episode 7
Slow and sure. I
May 18, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.1TMDB
Chise attends P.E. as Elias looks on. Philomela is summoned home. Alice stubbornly continues her training, while Adolf consoles Renfred through his troubles. The students embark on a camping trip.
Episode 8
Slow and sure. II
May 25, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.6TMDB
An otherwise educational and relaxing camping trip with her classmates ends with a terrifying encounter in the shadows of the night forest, forcing Chise to rely on her own wits and abilities instead of Elias' magic.
Episode 9
Conscience does make cowards of us all. I
Jun 1, 202324m
TMDB rating 8.2TMDB
After returning from camp, Lucy is still unconscious and it's still not clear what's behind her sudden loss of strength...this worries Chise deeply.
Episode 10
Conscience does make cowards of us all. II
Jun 8, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.8TMDB
While watching over Lucy, Chise discovers her connection to Seth and their family's tragic history. While a professor seems to have been the victim of a user of a banned book, a mysterious killer seems to resurface...
Episode 11
A small leak will sink a great ship. I
Jun 15, 202324m
TMDB rating 8.0TMDB
Apparently, a forbidden magic book called "The Testament of Carnamagos" is being used to rob Lucy and Simeon of their magical powers. But who exactly is behind it is still unclear. Elias takes care of the matter because he fears that otherwise Chise will put herself in danger for her friend and because he himself wants to protect a friend.
Episode 12
A small leak will sink a great ship. II
Jun 22, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.6TMDB
It's time for family explanations, whether between Lucy and her brother, or Alice and Renfred. The College is also going through a complicated period where other magicians seem to want to harm new students.
Episode 13
Nothing venture, nothing have. I
Oct 5, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
The College is sealed off to protect the students and staff from whatever or whoever has been sapping magic from victims. Zaccheroni puts the students' survival abilities to the test, but with a catch: no sorcery allowed.
Episode 14
Nothing venture, nothing have. II
Oct 12, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
Outside the College, the witches hunt for the missing book. Inside, the students try to juggle lessons with their own personal goals and relationships. Philomela confides in Alcyone, but an ominous message reminds her of her assignment.
Episode 15
Needs must when the devil drives. I
Oct 19, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
Bored with having nothing to do but study, the students play a puzzle game, but it stirs up bad memories for Philomela and Rian. Alcyone ponders her assigned role. As the rainy season starts, Elias and Chise finally sit down to catch up.
Episode 16
Needs must when the devil drives. II
Oct 26, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.4TMDB
Violet and Chise host an after hours test of courage for their classmates by having them pair up to visit various haunted locations around campus, but the evening leads to some revealing conversations.
Episode 17
Gather ye rosebuds while ye may.
Nov 2, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.2TMDB
The mystery deepens as all the students drained of magic suddenly wake up feeling fine. Rumors about the culprit start to rise among the student body. Veronica checks in on Philomela.
Episode 18
Coming events cast their shadows before.
Nov 9, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.6TMDB
Despite their disappointment that the College will be closed through Christmas, the students try and prepare for the holiday party. Chise takes another dive into Lucy's memories. Philomela reaches her breaking point.
Episode 19
Man's extremity is God's opportunity.
Nov 16, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.8TMDB
Philomela bargains for Liza to undo the seal over the College so she can return home to fulfill her duty. As Chise gives chase, her power gives her a terrifying new form.
Episode 20
Even a worm will turn.
Nov 23, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.3TMDB
Alycone reflects on Philomela's childhood and her all-important task. An ancient and fearsome goddess blocks Chise's path on the way to the Sargant family home and demands tribute that was promised a year ago.
Episode 21
A burnt child dreads the fire.
Nov 30, 202324m
TMDB rating 8.0TMDB
While Zoe fights off the werewolf, the other students finally reach Philomela. Chise takes a dive into her dark memories, but as everyone's secrets begin to unravel, Philomela hesitates to take her classmates' outstretched hands.
Episode 22
Give a thief enough rope and he'll hang himself.
Dec 7, 202324m
TMDB rating 8.0TMDB
As Lizbeth's plans near fruition, Philomela thinks about what it is she really wants.
Episode 23
Of two evils choose the less.
Dec 14, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.8TMDB
The fight begins in earnest as Lizbeth starts to gain the upper hand, but Chise and company receive some unexpected assistance.
Episode 24
The show must go on. I
Dec 21, 202324m
TMDB rating 7.8TMDB
Philomela stands against Lizbeth in a final battle of wills.