The magical journey of Spica Virgo and her cursed feline mentor Claude Sirius continues as The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch approaches its final episodes. Episode 23 is set to arrive on Sunday, September 13, 2026, bringing viewers closer to the climax of this 24-episode season.
The series, which premiered on April 12, 2026, has built a dedicated following with its mix of magic academy drama, comedy, and a unique teacher-student bond. With only two episodes remaining after this one, episode 23 is expected to deliver major story developments.
Episode 23 Release Date and Time for USA and Canada
For viewers in the United States and Canada, episode 23 will stream on Crunchyroll on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. Pacific Time.
The exact times for different North American time zones are listed below.
- Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): 7:30 a.m.
- Mountain Daylight Time (MDT): 8:30 a.m.
- Central Daylight Time (CDT): 9:30 a.m.
- Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 10:30 a.m.
- Atlantic Daylight Time (ADT): 11:30 a.m.
- Newfoundland Daylight Time (NDT): 12:00 p.m.
These times apply to subscribers watching on Crunchyroll in the USA and Canada.
Episode 23 Release Time for UK, Ireland, and Portugal
For audiences in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Portugal, the episode will be available at 3:30 p.m. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): 3:30 p.m.
- Western European Summer Time (WEST) for Portugal: 4:30 p.m.
Viewers in these regions can watch the episode on Crunchyroll with English subtitles.
Episode 23 Release Time for Central Europe, Spain, Italy, and Poland
For fans in Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, and other Central European countries, episode 23 will arrive on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Central European Summer Time (CEST).
- Central European Summer Time (CEST): 4:30 p.m.
- British Summer Time (BST): 3:30 p.m.
- Eastern European Summer Time (EEST): 5:30 p.m.
Crunchyroll is the primary streaming platform for these regions, offering the episode with multiple subtitle options.
Episode 23 Release Time for Australia and New Zealand
For viewers in Australia and New Zealand, episode 23 will be available on Monday, September 14, 2026, due to the time difference.
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): 12:30 a.m. (Monday)
- Australian Central Standard Time (ACST): 12:00 a.m. (Monday)
- Australian Western Standard Time (AWST): 10:30 p.m. (Sunday)
- New Zealand Standard Time (NZST): 2:30 a.m. (Monday)
Crunchyroll will stream the episode with English subtitles for audiences in these regions.
Episode 23 Release Time for India and Southeast Asia
For viewers in India, Southeast Asia, and neighboring regions, episode 23 will stream on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. Indian Standard Time (IST).
- Indian Standard Time (IST): 8:00 p.m.
- Indochina Time (ICT): 9:30 p.m.
- Philippine Standard Time (PST): 10:30 p.m.
- Japan Standard Time (JST): 11:30 p.m.
In India, the anime is available on Crunchyroll as well as Ani-One India on YouTube. The series is also accessible on Sony Liv for viewers in the Indian subcontinent.
Episode 23 Release Time for Japan and South Korea
For domestic audiences in Japan, episode 23 will air on TBS and affiliated networks on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 11:30 p.m. Japan Standard Time (JST). For viewers in South Korea, the episode will be available on the same date at 11:30 p.m. Korea Standard Time (KST).
The episode will also be available for streaming on U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and other Japanese platforms shortly after the television broadcast.
Where to Watch Episode 23 and Subscription Details
Crunchyroll is the primary streaming platform for The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch worldwide. The platform offers the series with English subtitles and multiple language options for international viewers.
Crunchyroll offers a 7-day free trial for new users. After the trial period, subscription plans include:
- Fan Plan: $7.99 per month (ad-free, one simultaneous stream)
- Mega Fan Plan: $9.99 per month (ad-free, four simultaneous streams, offline viewing)
- Ultimate Fan Plan: $14.99 per month (ad-free, six simultaneous streams, offline viewing, and other perks)
In select regions, the anime is also available through Amazon Prime Video as a Crunchyroll add-on channel. Viewers in the Indian subcontinent can access the series on Sony Liv and Ani-One India on YouTube.
Episode 22 Recap: Aria’s Dream
Episode 22, titled Aria’s Dream, focused on the intense battle between Spica Virgo and her childhood friend Aria Aquarius during the final exams on a deserted island.
The episode began with Aria holding the upper hand in their duel over a diamond. Her mastery of magic allowed her to freeze water vapor in the air, creating ice-based attacks that pushed Spica to her limits. However, Spica’s unwavering determination and her declarations about her dreams began to affect Aria in unexpected ways.
As they fought, Aria recalled her own childhood, when she too had dreams and ambitions. The episode revealed that Aria’s cold and mocking demeanor stems from a past where she stopped allowing herself to dream. Watching Spica’s relentless pursuit of her goals reminded Aria of the person she used to be.
The battle ended with Spica gaining the upper hand, not just through magic, but through her sincerity and refusal to give up. The episode highlighted the complex friendship between the two characters, showing that Aria’s teasing of Spica comes from a place of genuine care, even if she struggles to express it openly.
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How the Story Has Progressed
Throughout its 22 episodes, The Classroom of a Black Cat and a Witch has followed Spica’s journey from a magicless girl with no connections to a determined student at the prestigious Royal Diana Academy.
The series began with Spica’s chance encounter with Claude Sirius, a powerful mage cursed into the form of a black cat. The two formed a secret pact: Claude would teach Spica magic, and in return, she would help him break the curse.
Key milestones in the story include Spica’s entrance into the academy, her midterm exams where she faced failure but earned a second chance, the winter training camp where she formed bonds with classmates, and the final exams on a deserted island. Along the way, Spica has grown closer to her classmates, including Merrow Pisces, Io Taurus, and Castor Gemini, while her rivalry and friendship with Aria have deepened.
Episode 23 is expected to continue the fallout from the Spica vs. Aria battle and set the stage for the season finale. With Claude’s curse still not fully broken and the characters facing their final challenges at the academy, the remaining episodes are likely to deliver significant developments.
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