Strike Witches (2008)
A Japanese anime series where magic-wielding young women take to the skies to defend humanity from a mysterious alien threat in an alternate World War II setting.
Strike Witches - Series Information
- Original Title: ストライクウィッチーズ
- First Air Year: 2008
- Last Air Year: 2020
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 24 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 36
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: July 4, 2008 (United States - TV-MA), July 4, 2008 (Canada - 18+), July 4, 2008 (United Kingdom - 15), July 4, 2008 (Germany - 12), July 4, 2008 (France - 18), July 4, 2008 (Australia - MA 15+), July 4, 2008 (Mexico - C), July 4, 2008 (Spain - 18)
- Networks: Teletama, KBS Kyoto, Tokyo MX
- Alternative Titles: Sutoraiku uicchîzu (JP), Strike Witches: Road to Berlin (US), 强袭魔女：通往柏林之路 (CN)
- Production Countries: Japan
Strike Witches - Plot
The year is 1939 - it was then that the Neuroi appeared. Nobody knows where they came from or what their ultimate agenda is, but the fact remains that their attacks drove people out of their towns and cities. In order to take arms against them, humanity develops a new anti-Neuroi weapon called the "Striker Unit." Using the power of magic to fight against the monsters, this new device enhances and amplifies the power of female magic-wielders. To use this device, young witches from all over the world have been brought together to form an elite task force unit called the 501st Joint Fighter Wing, commonly known as the "Strike Witches."
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Strike Witches - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Ami Koshimizu
- Ayuru Ohashi
- Sakura Nogawa
- Misato Fukuen
- Chiwa Saito
- Kaori Nazuka
- Mai Kadowaki
- Rie Tanaka
- Mie Sonozaki
- Miyuki Sawashiro
Writers
- Toshihiko Tsukiji
- Takashi Aoshima
- Kazuhiro Takamura
- Tatsuhiko Urahata
Strike Witches - FAQs
Where can you stream Strike Witches online?
Strike Witches is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Crunchyroll remains the primary destination for fans of the series in the United States.
Is Strike Witches based on a true story?
Strike Witches is not based on a true story. However, it draws heavily from real World War II history, with characters inspired by actual fighter aces. The setting reimagines 1939 Europe, and many witches are modeled after historical pilots from various nations, blending fiction with wartime lore.
Who are the main voice actors in Strike Witches?
The principal voice cast includes Misato Fukuen as Yoshika Miyafuji, Ami Koshimizu as Charlotte E Yeager, Miyuki Sawashiro as Perrine-H. Clostermann, Rie Tanaka as Minna-Dietlinde Wilcke, Mie Sonozaki as Gertrud Barkhorn, Chiwa Saito as Francesca Lucchini, and Kaori Nazuka as Lynette Bishop.
What is Strike Witches about?
Set in an alternate 1939, Strike Witches follows the 501st Joint Fighter Wing — an elite unit of magic-wielding young women known as witches — who pilot Striker Units to battle mysterious alien invaders called the Neuroi. The series blends military action, fantasy, and character-driven comedy across its three seasons.
How many seasons does Strike Witches have?
Strike Witches has three main seasons: Season 1 (Strike Witches, 12 episodes), Season 2 (Strike Witches 2, 12 episodes), and Season 3 (Strike Witches: Road to Berlin, 12 episodes). There is also a Specials season (Season 0) containing 4 additional episodes, bringing the total to 36 episodes.
Are the Strike Witches characters based on real pilots?
Yes. Each witch in Strike Witches is modeled after a real World War II fighter ace. For example, Yoshika Miyafuji draws from Japanese ace Saburo Sakai, Charlotte E Yeager references American pilot Chuck Yeager, and Erica Hartmann is inspired by German ace Erich Hartmann, the highest-scoring fighter pilot in history.
What is the content rating for Strike Witches?
Strike Witches is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences. The series contains ecchi (fan service) elements, fantasy violence, and suggestive content. Viewers in other regions may encounter different ratings, such as 15 in the United Kingdom or MA 15+ in Australia.
What anime is similar to Strike Witches?
Fans of Strike Witches may enjoy other action-fantasy anime series with ensemble casts and military or magical themes. Editorial picks include Death Note (2006) and Kamisama Kiss (2012). For similar genre and tone, titles such as Fight!! Iczer-One and Dirty Pair Flash offer comparable action-driven animation experiences.
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