Ufotable, the animation studio behind the historic box-office success of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, has confirmed that it will screen fresh footage of its next major theatrical project at Anime Expo in Los Angeles next month. according to the studio’s announcement, the footage belongs to the long-awaited film adaptation of Type-Moon’s visual novel Witch on the Holy Night (also known as Mahoutsukai no Yoru). The news arrives even as Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle approaches $800 million globally, with two further films in the trilogy still in development.

Why Ufotable's Next Public Showcase Is a Type-Moon Story, Not a Demon Slayer Sequel

Anime Expo’s scheduled “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Celebration” had led many fans to expect updates on the two remaining films in the Infinity Castle trilogy. Yet, as the source reports, the event is billed as a retrospective celebration of the first film’s success, featuring cast members and discussions about its achievements — not a launchpad for the sequels. Instead, Ufotable’s tantalizing statement that attendees will “see the latest footage from its newest theatrical project” points directly to Witch on the Holy Night, which has been in development for years with only sparse updates. the studio’s decision to prioritize the Type-Moon adaptation at a major industry event signals that it is actively managing two high-profile projects in parallel, rather than letting the Demon Slayer franchise consume its public narrative.

How the 2012 Visual Novel Could Become Ufotable's Next Visual Landmark

Witch on the Holy Night originally launched in 2012 as a visual novel from Type-Moon, the creators of the Fate and Tsukihime franchises. The story follows Aoko Aozaki, a young magician embroiled in supernatural events and powerful magical forces. Ufotable has a proven track record with Type-Moon properties, having animated several Fate entries that are widely praised for their intricate magical combat and cinematic lighting. According to the source, a newly released promotional image already showcases the studio’s signature elaborate lighting effects and magical energy.. If the upcoming footage matches that standard, the film could rank among the most visually ambitious productions the studio has ever undertaken — though its source material remains a niche title compared to the mass appeal of Demon Slayer.

The $800 Million Shadow and the Quiet Build-Up

The staggering commercial performance of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle — approaching $800 million at the global box office, per the report — creates both opportunity and pressure for any Ufotable project that follows. While Witch on the Holy Night is unlikely to match those numbers, the studio is clearly leveraging its technical reputation to build anticipation. The quiet buildup over several years, with little official information, makes Anime Expo’s screening a pivotal moment. As the source notes, Ufotable has also committed to adapting Genshin Impact and eventually concluding Tanjiro’s story, meaning Witch on the Holy Night may define the studio’s creative identity in the immediate post-Demon Slayer era.

What Fans Still Don’t Know About the Witch on the Holy Night Film

Several key details remain unconfirmed. The source does not disclose a release date for the film , nor has Ufotable officially named the project in its Anime Expo announcement — the identification is based on the studio’s development slate and the fact that Witch on the Holy Night is its next major movie. It is also unclear whether the footage will reveal new cast members beyond the original visual novel’s performers, or how the film will adapt the novel’s dense narrative into a feature-length runtime. the studio has not commented on whether the film will be a single movie or part of a series, leaving open the question of scope.