Fans anticipating the return of a magical girl icon will have to exercise patience. The official website for Mahou no Princess Minky Momo: Akogare no Yume e - Magokoro no Duo announced that its upcoming theatrical screening, originally slated to open in Japan on November 13, has been postponed. The production committee cited unspecified production circumstances for the delay and confirmed that a rescheduled release date will be announced once finalized.
Production Committee Statement
In an official statement, the production committee apologized directly to viewers and associated industry partners for the scheduling shift. Attendees who have already secured advance tickets were reassured that their purchases will remain completely valid for the rescheduled theatrical screenings whenever they eventually take place.
Creative Lineup and Heritage
The project brings together an experienced creative roster. Ayumu Watanabe, known for direction on Summertime Render, is steering the project at Ashi Productions. Screenwriter Deko Akao (Witch Watch) handles the script, while character designs are being crafted by Hiroshi Watanabe alongside Mari Tominaga. Musical composition is helmed by Tomoki Hasegawa.
The broader franchise carries a storied history within the magical girl genre. Produced by Ashi Productions, the original Mahou no Princess Minky Momo television series ran for 63 episodes between 1982 and 1983, followed by a second television series in the early 1990s and multiple OVA projects over the decades.
