Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Shatters Records and Challenges Mugen Train’s Legendary Box Office Reign
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Breaks Box Office Records in Japan
Demon Slayer is back and making waves once again! The latest movie, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, has smashed box office records in Japan, outperforming the previous hit Mugen Train during its opening weekend. This is no small feat considering Mugen Train is the highest-grossing anime and Japanese film ever.
- Infinity Castle beats Mugen Train’s Japanese weekend opening record
- Estimated earnings of ¥6 billion (~$40.6 million) during opening weekend
- The film continues the story of Tanjiro Kamado and the Demon Slayer Corps
- Debut in North America set for September 12, 2025
Surpassing Mugen Train’s Impressive Numbers
If you thought Mugen Train’s success was a one-time COVID-19 pandemic fluke, think again. Infinity Castle has taken the Japanese box office by storm with an estimated ¥6 billion (about $40.6 million) in its opening weekend, topping Mugen Train’s previous record of ¥4.6 billion ($44 million). While these figures are still estimates and not final, the trend is clear: fans are flocking to theaters in huge numbers.
The film is the first part of a trilogy that promises to wrap up the epic saga of Tanjiro and the Demon Slayer Corps. Studio Ufotable, known for its stunning animation and fluid action sequences, continues to impress with breathtaking visuals that bring the story’s drama and intensity to life.
Why Is Demon Slayer So Popular?
It’s not just about amazing animation. The series combines emotional storytelling, thrilling battles, and unforgettable characters. Infinity Castle showcases the elite Demon Slayers in a desperate race against time to defeat the strongest demons protecting their master, Muzan. Fans and critics alike praise the movie’s blend of drama and action.
You can catch a glimpse of the movie’s epic scenes here:
Will Infinity Castle Surpass Mugen Train Globally?
The big question now: can Infinity Castle overtake Mugen Train’s record as the highest-grossing anime and Japanese film worldwide? Mugen Train made history by earning over $507 million globally and kickstarted a worldwide anime boom. Its success was partly due to a “perfect storm” of timing during the pandemic when theaters were open but few new films were available.
Infinity Castle’s international release is scheduled for September 12, 2025, in the United States and Canada. This will be a crucial moment to see if the new film can match or even beat Mugen Train’s phenomenal global performance. Anime fans and industry experts will be watching closely.
For more background on Mugen Train’s record-breaking run, check out this detailed article from Al Jazeera:
Perfect storm propels Demon Slayer into the record books
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is setting the stage for an epic finale to one of anime’s biggest stories. Whether it will claim the ultimate box office crown remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the Demon Slayer phenomenon is far from over.
