Gen Urobuchi Reveals Madoka Magica Walpurgisnacht Rising Ending Was Toned Down

Puella Magi Madoka Magica The Movie: Walpurgisnacht Rising premiered in Japan on August 28, marking the first new mainline entry in the franchise since 2013. In a recent interview with Kyodo News, series writer Gen Urobuchi disclosed that the film’s conclusion was significantly altered to reduce its inherent darkness. Although he drafted the initial ending approximately four to five years ago, director Akiyuki Shinbo requested changes before production resumed.

Urobuchi explained that while the narrative flow remained largely intact up to the midway point, the presentation was adjusted to provide viewers with a sense of salvation. He noted that his typical approach involves killing off characters to create shocking moments, but the team decided against such cruelty for this project. This decision resulted in a lighter viewing experience, diverging from the harsh tone often associated with his previous work.