Anime sensation Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba's Infinity Castle smashes presale records, pulling in nearly $10 million ahead of its release

In the world of anime, excitement is building for the upcoming release of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle." Based on the manga series by Koyoharu Gotouge, this latest film in the Demon Slayer series promises an intense fight against Upper Rank demons within the Infinity Castle, marking the beginning of the ultimate battle against Muzan Kibutsuji.

The movie, which will feature Japanese prints and both English subtitles and dubbing, is set to release on September 12, 2025. Advance ticket sales have been strong, with the film breaking presale records in the United States, nearing $10 million. This success indicates a strong demand for anime movies in the US, a trend that has been growing steadily.

The English dubbed cast includes notable actors Channing Tatum and Rebecca Wang, while the German dubbing is produced by Sony Pictures Germany. Crunchyroll will release the dubbed version of the film, and they will also stream the anime adaptation of "Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice" in 2026.

Fandango is proud to help bring anime into theaters so fans can experience it on the big screen. Jerramy Hainline, EVP of Fandango, stated that the historic feat achieved by the anime movie is a true testament to the power of the anime community.

For Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan members, there will be special IMAX screenings of Chapter 1: Akaza's Return, starting September 9. The film's success has surpassed the records set by "Demon Slayer: Mugen Train" (2021) and "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" (2022), making it the first installment of the manga trilogy to achieve such a feat.

As the release date approaches, anticipation for "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle" continues to grow, with advance ticket sales likely to increase further. It's clear that the anime community is eager to experience this new chapter in the Demon Slayer series on the big screen.