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Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings

2012Movie2 h 11 minPG-13

AnimationThriller
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Letterboxd4.0/5Rotten Tomatoes–83%

A wondrous, intriguing thriller movie about fantasy and the mind.

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Story

Madoka Kaname, an ordinary middle-schooler, along with her best friend Sayaka Miki, are offered the chance to have any wish they want granted by the mysterious Kyubey, and become magical girls and fight witches. However, fellow magical girl Homura Akemi seems intent on stopping Madoka from becoming a magical girl at any cost. Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings is a retelling of the first half of the TV anime series.

Feels like

  • Magical Girl Anime
  • Dark Fantasy
  • Psychological Thriller
  • Coming-of-Age Story
  • Witches and Magic
  • Intrigue and Mystery
  • Visually Stunning
  • Emotional Journey
  • Friendship and Sacrifice

Cast

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Crew

Directed by
Akiyuki Shinbo, Yukihiro Miyamoto
Written by
Gen Urobuchi
Produced by
Atsuhiro Iwakami, Hiroo Maruyama, Kozue Kananiwa
Music by
Yuki Kajiura

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Facts

October 5, 2012 · 2 h 11 min · PG-13

Released
October 5, 2012
Runtime
2 h 11 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Thriller, Animation, Fantasy
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Box office
$6 million
Available in
19 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings?"

Questions about Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 15 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78 (IMDb 7.6 and Letterboxd 4.0 out of 5).

Is Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.