The limited streaming edition of Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica: Hajimari no Monogatari / Eien no Monogatari TV Edition, featuring special commentary by comedian Kano Eiko for episodes 1 through 5, has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing 1 million total views on TVer, Japan’s official commercial TV streaming service.
About the Series and its Evolution
The critically acclaimed *Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica* (also known as Puella Magi Madoka Magica), originally aired as a 12-episode TV series in 2011. The following year, in 2012, the entire series was re-edited into two theatrical films: [Zenpen] Hajimari no Monogatari (Part 1: Beginnings Story) and [Kouhen] Eien no Monogatari (Part 2: Eternal Story). These cinematic versions weren’t just simple compilations; they featured numerous updated cuts, brand new animation sequences, and a complete re-recording of the voice work, offering fans a fresh perspective on the beloved story.
Now, these two theatrical films have been meticulously re-organized into an 11-episode TV series, presented as Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica: Hajimari no Monogatari / Eien no Monogatari TV Edition, allowing both new and returning viewers to experience the magical girl masterpiece in a new format.
Story Synopsis
The story revolves around Kaname Madoka, a seemingly ordinary second-year middle school student attending Mitakihara Chuugakkou. She lives a typical, heartwarming daily life, surrounded by a loving family and cherished friends, experiencing moments of laughter and tears. However, her tranquil existence is irrevocably altered by a mysterious encounter. Little does she know if this fated meeting is a mere coincidence or an unavoidable destiny, but it will soon spiral into a tale that defies all expectations of a magical girl narrative.
Special Commentary by Kano Eiko
Currently airing on the MBS/TBS “Nichi-5” block since October 12, 2025, this special broadcast of Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica: Hajimari no Monogatari / Eien no Monogatari TV Edition offers an exciting twist: a secondary audio commentary provided by comedian Kano Eiko, who is a complete first-time viewer of the series! While the on-air broadcast only features this secondary audio, TVer provides both a “Regular Version” and a “Kano Eiko Commentary Version” for streaming after each episode airs, giving viewers the choice of how they wish to experience the anime.
The “Kano Eiko Commentary Version” has been garnering significant buzz, not only for Kano Eiko’s lively reactions during the main story but also for an exclusive bonus corner after each episode. In this segment, Kano Eiko shares his genuine thoughts on the episode he just watched and even offers predictions for the unfolding plot. Fans are absolutely loving his fresh and unfiltered reactions as he dives into the world of *Madoka Magica* for the very first time. If you haven’t yet, seize this opportunity to enjoy this unique streaming-exclusive commentary version!
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Important Notes
- Measurement period for views: October 12, 2025 – November 10, 2025
- Program video playback count is solely for VOD on TVer (according to TVer DATA MARKETING).
- Playback counts from real-time streaming and catch-up playback services are excluded.
Cast for Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica: Hajimari no Monogatari / Eien no Monogatari TV Edition
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Kaname Madoka | Yuuki Aoi |
| Akemi Homura | Saitou Chiwa |
| Tomoe Mami | Mizuhashi Kaori |
| Miki Sayaka | Kitamura Eri |
| Sakura Kyouko | Nonaka Ai |
| Kyuubee | Katou Emiri |
※Excludes catch-up services from broadcasters and other third-party platforms.
