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Wit Studio
Wit Studio anime news and releases, known for Attack on Titan's early seasons and Spy x Family.
About Wit Studio
Wit Studio is a Japanese animation studio founded in 2012 by former Production I.G staff, quickly rising to prominence through its acclaimed early-seasons adaptation of Attack on Titan. The studio has since built a reputation for strong visual direction across a range of action and drama-oriented series.
Beyond Attack on Titan, Wit Studio has co-produced hits like Spy x Family, continuing to position itself among the more consistently well-regarded studios in the current anime landscape.
Key People
George Wada
Founder and President of Wit Studio
Notable Wit Studio Productions
| Title | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Attack on Titan | 2013 | Wit Studio animated the series through its third season |
| Vinland Saga | 2019 | A critically praised historical action drama |
| Spy x Family | 2022 | Co-produced with CloverWorks; became a major mainstream hit |
Financials
How It Compares
| Compared To | Key Difference |
|---|---|
| MAPPA | Wit Studio produced Attack on Titan's earlier, more theatrically-paced seasons before MAPPA took over for its faster-paced final season. |
| Production I.G | Wit Studio was founded by former Production I.G staff and shares some of that studio's reputation for detailed, cinematic action sequences. |
Trivia & Fan Culture
Founded by Production I.G veterans
Wit Studio was established in 2012 by a group of animators and producers who had previously worked at Production I.G, another major anime studio.
Defined by Attack on Titan
Wit Studio's identity is closely tied to its work on Attack on Titan's first three seasons, widely praised for their fluid, high-stakes action choreography.
Expanded beyond action into family comedy
Spy x Family showed Wit Studio's range beyond intense action, becoming one of the best-received anime comedies of the 2020s.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Wit Studio stop animating Attack on Titan?
Production moved to MAPPA for the Final Season; reporting at the time pointed to scheduling and staffing considerations around the studios' respective workloads.
Who co-produces Spy x Family with Wit Studio?
Spy x Family is co-produced by Wit Studio and CloverWorks, with the two studios alternating or sharing episode production.
Did Wit Studio make all of Attack on Titan?
No. Wit Studio produced the first three seasons; MAPPA took over production for the final season.
What else is Wit Studio known for?
Beyond Attack on Titan, Wit Studio is known for Spy x Family and Vinland Saga, among other titles.
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