School of Magical Animals 4 Dominates German Box Office for Fifth Straight Week

The family feature film *School of Magical Animals 4* has demonstrated remarkable staying power within the German cinema market, securing the top spot for an impressive fifth consecutive week. This significant achievement for domestic filmmaking allowed the picture to outperform major international releases, including *One Battle After Another* and *Black Phone 2*. Such sustained success underscores the strong resonance the franchise holds with local audiences and highlights the powerful appeal of national content.

To date, the movie has successfully drawn 2.4 million spectators to theaters. This figure not only solidifies its position as a major fixture in Germany's current cinematic landscape but also means it has surpassed the box office performance of both preceding installments in the franchise. The sustained public interest highlights the substantial demand for high-quality national family content, and the film’s unbroken dominance strongly suggests a powerful effect driven by positive word-of-mouth among viewers.

Based on the beloved bestsellers written by Margit Auer, the film’s run began with spectacular results. During its initial weekend, it attracted over 630,000 viewers, immediately claiming the number one position. The fourth installment, which premiered on September 25, 2025, continues a successful tradition established by the first three films, each of which previously earned the German Film Award in the “Most Visited Film” category. Furthermore, during its debut week, the movie also secured a spot on the global box office chart, ranking 8th worldwide.

The narrative centers on Miriam, portrayed by Tomomi Temann, who is visiting her friend Ida (Emilia Mayer) and attends the Winterstein School with her. Within this environment of magic and mystery, the students face the looming threat of the institution’s closure due to insufficient new enrollments. The critical task of saving both the school and the magical community hinges upon an upcoming school competition. The plot introduces new magical companions: Muriel the owl and the energetic lemur Fitzgerald, who becomes Miriam’s partner. Critics and viewers alike have noted the marked improvement in the acting prowess of the young performers, such as Ida and Benny, lending additional depth to the story.

This substantial cinematic achievement already positions the fourth part as the second highest-grossing German film of the year, emphasizing the crucial importance of supporting internal cultural projects. The overall triumph of the franchise, which collectively attracted approximately seven million viewers across the three previous parts, confirms that themes of friendship, unity, and overcoming personal challenges resonate deeply with a broad audience base. The picture runs for 102 minutes and received an FSK rating without age restrictions, ensuring accessibility for all generations.