Crunchyroll, the ultimate destination for anime fans worldwide, has exciting news for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba community! The highly anticipated film, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, is set to hit theaters globally in 2025. This film marks the beginning of an epic trilogy, and fans are already buzzing with excitement.
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A Sneak Peek from CCXP
Earlier today, at the Thunder Stage during CCXP, Japanese voice actors Takahiro Sakurai (Giyu Tomioka) and Kengo Kawanishi (Muichiro Tokito), along with Brazilian voice actor Daniel Figueira (Tanjiro Kamado), unveiled a stunning new visual from the renowned animation studio ufotable. The visual showcases the intricate Infinity Castle, the setting for the impending all-out war between the Demon Slayer Corps and the demonic leader Muzan Kibutsuji. This thrilling backdrop promises to elevate the stakes as our beloved characters face their greatest challenges yet.
What to Expect from Infinity Castle
While specific theatrical release dates have yet to be announced, the film will be distributed worldwide by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment, including Japan (with some exceptions in selected Asian markets). This three-part cinematic event represents the final arc of the award-winning anime series, bringing the beloved story to a climactic conclusion.
The Story Behind Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on the acclaimed manga series by Koyoharu Gotoge, published under SHUEISHA’s JUMP COMICS. Since its debut in 2019, the franchise has captivated millions, with over 150 million copies sold across 23 volumes. The story follows Tanjiro Kamado, a young boy whose family is brutally murdered by a demon. In a desperate bid to save his younger sister Nezuko, who has been transformed into a demon, Tanjiro joins the Demon Slayer Corps.
The series first premiered in April 2019 with the Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc, followed by the blockbuster film Mugen Train in October 2020. The subsequent TV series arcs, including the Mugen Train Arc and Entertainment District Arc, aired from 2021 to 2022. Most recently, the Swordsmith Village Arc debuted on Crunchyroll in 2023, shortly after the theatrical release of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Swordsmith Village-. In 2024, fans were treated to the Hashira Training Arc, following the release of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To Hashira Training-.
Record-Breaking Success
The previous films in the franchise, including Mugen Train, have achieved both commercial and critical acclaim. Mugen Train holds the record as the highest-grossing anime movie of all time and the highest-grossing Japanese film globally, amassing over $500 million to date. It also ranks as the second-highest grossing anime film in U.S. box office history, boasting an impressive 98% critic score and 99% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes (with over 10,000 verified ratings).
Where to Watch
For those eager to catch up on the series, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is currently available for streaming on Crunchyroll.
