Season 1
26 episodes Oct 1, 2025 2.3
Winx Club: The Magic Is Back
2025–2026
Returning Series • 1 Season • 26 Episodes
Director: Iginio Straffi
Overview
When Bloom discovers she has magic, her life takes a wild turn. At the Alfea school for fairies and witches, she meets five girls who become her best friends — and her greatest strength. Together, they’re the Winx. As dark secrets rise and powerful enemies close in, the Winx will need to unlock their true potential to protect their world — and themselves.
Seasons
1 listed- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 26 episodes
- First aired
- Oct 1, 2025
- Last aired
- Aug 24, 2026
- Network
- Rai 2
Latest episode: S1 E26 Brother and Sister (Aug 24, 2026)
Cast
12 people
Letizia Ciampa
Bloom (voice)
Perla Liberatori
Stella (voice)
Ilaria Latini
Flora (voice)
Gemma Donati
Musa (voice)
Domitilla D'Amico
Tecna (voice)
Reviews
6 min readThe Magic Is Back—But Is It Still Winx?
I’ve rewatched the first thirteen episodes of Winx Club: The Magic Is Back three times now, and each time I’m left with the same question: What, exactly, is this show trying to be? A reboot? A sequel?
A course correction? Iginio Straffi’s return to his own creation after years of live-action misfires (Fate: The Winx Saga) and spin-off sprawl is ambitious, visually lush, and—let’s be honest—deeply uneven. It wants to honor the original Winx Club’s spirit of friendship and magic while updating it for a generation raised on She-Ra and Miraculous.
But somewhere between the hyper-compressed storytelling and the uncanny valley of its CGI, the show keeps tripping over its own good intentions.
The first thing you notice is the animation. Or, more accurately, the disconnect between the animation’s promise and its execution. The transformation sequences are genuinely stunning—Bloom’s flames licking at the air like living brushstrokes, Musa’s sound waves pulsing in time with the soundtrack, Tecna’s circuitry glowing with a neon intensity that feels almost tactile.
These moments are the show’s high points, the kind of visual spectacle that makes you understand why Straffi wanted to return to the property in the first place. But then the action cuts back to the "normal" animation, and the spell breaks. Characters move like they’re puppeteered by someone who’s only heard about human motion, their limbs stiff, their expressions frozen in a rictus of exaggerated emotion.
It’s the kind of uncanny stiffness that makes you wonder if the animators were working from rotoscoped footage of mannequins.
This isn’t just a nitpick. The animation’s inconsistency mirrors the show’s broader identity crisis. The Magic Is Back wants to be both a faithful return to the original Winx Club and a bold reinvention, but it can’t decide which impulse to prioritize. The first episode, for instance, races through Bloom’s origin story in what feels like four minutes—her birthday, her first monster attack, her rescue by Stella and Flora, her arrival at Alfea—all delivered at a breakneck pace that leaves no room for emotional breathing.
It’s as if the writers are terrified of losing the attention of a generation raised on TikTok, so they’ve compressed every beat to the point of abstraction. By the time Bloom meets her roommates, I had to pause and remind myself which Winx was which. (Flora, bless her, is still the most underutilized, reduced here to a series of nervous tics and a single, half-hearted plant-based gag.)
Audience Opinions
Audience 7.2/10
"A nostalgic yet modernized return to the Winx Club universe that balances faithfulness to the original with fresh updates for new audiences."
Viewers appreciate the series' effort to stay true to the spirit of the original *Winx Club* while incorporating contemporary elements like updated character dynamics and progressive themes. The CGI animation and voice acting receive praise for their quality, though some feel the reboot doesn’t fully escape the shadow of its predecessor. latestnetflix.com's view is that the rivalry between fairies and witches, a staple of the franchise, is highlighted as a standout feature, though a few note it lacks the depth of earlier iterations.
What viewers praise
- Faithful reboot Stays close to the original *Winx Club* lore and charm, pleasing longtime fans.
- Modern updates Incorporates progressive themes and character dynamics that resonate with newer audiences.
- Strong voice cast The Italian voice actors deliver performances that capture the essence of the beloved characters.
- High-quality CGI The animation is visually appealing and polished, enhancing the magical world of Alfea.
- Nostalgic appeal Evokes fond memories for fans of the original series while introducing fresh elements.
Common complaints
- Familiar tropes Some viewers find the story and character arcs too predictable, lacking surprises.
- Thin character depth A few characters feel underdeveloped compared to the original series.
- Pacing issues The series occasionally struggles with uneven pacing, particularly in early episodes.
- Unrealistic beauty standards Criticized for perpetuating narrow beauty ideals, even within its fantasy setting.
Recommended for
Winx Club fans Fantasy animation lovers Nostalgia seekers Young adult fantasy viewers CGI animation enthusiasts
Buzz & Rumors
Public reportsWinx Club: The Magic Is Back – What We Know About the 2025 Revival
The Winx fairies are returning to screens in Winx Club: The Magic Is Back, the highly anticipated 2025 animated series from creator Iginio Straffi. After years of spin-offs and reboots, this project promises to bring the original magic back to the franchise—literally. latestnetflix.com's view is that here’s what the limited evidence reveals about the revival, its cast, and its rollout.
A Long-Awaited Return with Familiar Voices
The series reunites the core Italian voice cast from the original Winx Club era, including Letizia Ciampa (Bloom), Perla Liberatori (Stella), and Ilaria Latini (Flora) [TMDB]. Their involvement suggests a deliberate effort to recapture the nostalgia of the early 2000s while modernizing the story for new and returning fans. The inclusion of Alessandro Quarta (Sky) and Domitilla D’Amico (Musa) further cements this as a direct continuation—or at least a spiritual successor—to the beloved original series [TMDB].
What’s unclear is whether this is a soft reboot or a true sequel. The title The Magic Is Back implies a fresh start, but the cast’s return hints at continuity. For now, details about the plot remain scarce, though the franchise’s history of multiverses and alternate timelines leaves room for creative flexibility.
Release and Platform Strategy
The series has been teasing its arrival for months. A trailer dropped in early 2026 (yes, the snippet says 2026—likely a typo or early marketing push), confirming an April release date across "all platforms" 
. This aligns with the franchise’s recent streaming-first approach, following the original Winx Club’s availability on Netflix and BBC iPlayer 
. JustWatch already lists The Magic Is Back as a streamable title, though no specific platforms are named yet .
The timing suggests a coordinated global rollout, possibly to capitalize on the franchise’s enduring popularity. The original Winx Club has maintained a strong presence online, with official full episodes still available on YouTube , and the brand’s merchandise arm (based at Rainbow’s Italian headquarters) continues to thrive . If the new series follows suit, expect a mix of streaming, gaming tie-ins, and physical media.
Gaming Crossover and Expanded Universe
One of the most intriguing details is the series’ connection to a video game of the same name. The Winx Club: The Magic Is Back game, described as an "enchanting new adventure," blends magical combat, puzzle-solving, and cooperative gameplay . While it’s unclear if the game is a direct adaptation of the show or a standalone experience, the synergy between the two suggests a multimedia push—something the franchise has experimented with before, like the Winx Club: Saving Alfea mobile game.
The game’s mention of "exploring" locations hints at open-world elements, a departure from the series’ traditional episodic storytelling. If the show mirrors this approach, it could signal a shift toward more immersive, long-form narratives.
Unanswered Questions and Rumors
Despite the hype, key details remain under wraps. Here’s what we don’t know—and likely won’t until closer to release:
- Episode count: No official number has been confirmed. The original series ran for eight seasons, but this revival’s scope is unclear.
- Animation style: Will it retain the 3D CGI look of World of Winx and Fate: The Winx Saga, or return to the 2D aesthetic of the early seasons?
- Live-action ties: Fate: The Winx Saga (2021) proved the franchise could work in live-action, but there’s no evidence The Magic Is Back will cross over with it.
- New characters: The cast list doesn’t include newer additions like the World of Winx fairies, leaving their roles (if any) ambiguous.
Rumors swirl about a potential Netflix deal, given the platform’s history with the franchise , but nothing has been confirmed. Similarly, while the original series was a co-production between Rainbow, RAI, and Nickelodeon , it’s unclear if the same partners are involved here.
Why This Revival Matters
Winx Club has always been more than just a kids’ show. Its themes of friendship, empowerment, and magical girl tropes have resonated across generations, spawning comics, movies, and even a dedicated wiki with over 1,000 pages . The Magic Is Back arrives at a time when nostalgia-driven revivals are booming, but the franchise’s built-in fanbase gives it an edge.
The biggest question is whether it can recapture the charm of the original while appealing to modern audiences. The return of the original voice cast is a promising start, but the series’ success will hinge on its storytelling—something that’s been hit-or-miss in recent Winx projects.
For now, fans will have to wait until April to see if the magic truly is back.
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