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A prequel to the manga The Ancient Magus' Bride, this movie tells the story of how the dispossessed 15 year old girl Chise Hatori is bought by a monstrous sorcerer named Elias. However, things are not as dire as they seem. Elias informs Chise that she has a rare magical talent, and that he will therefor take her on as his apprentice... and in the future, as his bride.

Genres:AnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy
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The best episode of "The Ancient Magus' Bride: Those Awaiting a Star" is "Those Awaiting a Star (2)", rated 8/10 from 2 user votes. It was directed by Tetsuaki Watanabe and written by Aya Takaha. "Those Awaiting a Star (2)" aired on 2/4/2017 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Those Awaiting a Star (3)".

  • Those Awaiting a Star (2)
    8.0/10 2 votes

    #1 - Those Awaiting a Star (2)

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2017-02-04

    The magician of the forest invites Chise into his library. Chise is reluctant at first, but they develop a strong friendship that would have a lasting influence on her.

    Director: Tetsuaki Watanabe

    Writer: Aya Takaha

  • Those Awaiting a Star (3)
    7.5/10 2 votes

    #2 - Those Awaiting a Star (3)

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2017-08-19

    Chise continues her story. When Chise left the cottage, she saw Miura's spirit who told her about Niikura Mayumi, a young woman whom he was attracted to, but their relationship could not progress because of their different positions. Back in the present, Chise finds Niikura Mayumi who is now an old woman in hospital, and gives her the book for which she is very grateful.

    Director: Atsushi Kobayashi

    Writer: Aya Takaha

  • Those Awaiting a Star (1)
    7.0/10 1 votes

    #3 - Those Awaiting a Star (1)

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2016-08-13

    Chise is the student and future bride of the Thorn Sorcerer, Elias. They receive a package from Angelica in London: mostly textbooks, save for one special book.

    Director: Norihiro Naganuma

    Writer: Aya Takaha