A fresh trailer for the animated feature Yaga and the Book of Spells has surfaced online, signaling a new wave of anticipation around the project. Industry insiders note that the film’s voice cast draws from a blend of established film talent and musical performers, with announcements coming from Film Distributor’s Bulletin, NMG Film Distribution, Art Pictures Studio, and Gluk’oza Animation Studio. The project leans on a collaboration that blends cinematic technique with the charm of classic fairy tale characters, inviting audiences to explore a whimsical world where enchantment and mischief collide.
In the voice cast, Yaga is voiced by Yulia Khlynina, while Leshy is brought to life by Fyodor Bondarchuk. The project also features the voices of popular performers through the voices of Glucose Lidia Chistyakova-Ionova and Vera Chistyakova-Ionova, who portray Sineglazka and Yaga in her younger years. Diomid Vinogradov lends his vocal talents to a collection of characters including Kozel Burka, Kotofey, Vodianoy, and Shishka. The character Belladonna is voiced by Elena Shulman. These vocal performances contribute a layered texture to the film, weaving together a cast that spans generations of performers.
The animation project is supported by the Cinema Fund, underscoring the industry’s commitment to nurturing homegrown animated storytelling. The release strategy positions domestic cinema as a primary venue for first viewing, with a premiere planned in a major city cinema and a non-competitive presentation as part of a recognized film festival program. This approach highlights the film as a flagship example of contemporary Canadian and American animation collaborations, designed to appeal to families and fans of fantasy adventures alike.
Originally planned for a late-December premiere, the narrative centers on a red-haired witch from a distant realm known as the Far Far Kingdom. Her most cherished tool, the Book of Spells, was stolen long ago, an absence that leaves her unable to cast magic. The storyline follows Yaga as she encounters Princess Sineglazka, a companion whose courage and curiosity drive the quest to recover the missing book. Their alliance promises a journey filled with magical trials, clever solutions, and moments of wonder that resonate with viewers of all ages. The film’s core theme—trust, alliance, and the power of knowledge—unfolds through a tapestry of fantastical creatures and vivid landscapes, inviting audiences to suspend disbelief and dive into a world where every page turned in a spellbook tells a new story.