Box Office Revenue Exceeds ¥22 Billion
(C) Koyoharu Gotouge/Shueisha, Aniplex, ufotable
The latest audience numbers and box office revenue for “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Castle Arc Chapter 1: Akaza Returns” were announced on the film’s official website.
According to the announcement posted on the official website at noon on August 12, the film has attracted 15,698,202 viewers and grossed ¥22,072,191,500 in the 25 days since its release, ranking sixth in Japan’s all-time box office revenue rankings.
“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” is a battle action manga written by Koyoharu Gotouge and serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump (Shueisha) from 2016 to 2020. Set in the Taisho era, the story follows Tanjiro Kamado (voiced by Natsuki Hanae), a young boy whose sister was turned into a demon, as he embarks on a battle against demons led by Muzan Kibutsuji (voiced by Toshihiko Seki). The first season of the anime series, “Tanjiro Kamado: The Unwavering Resolve Arc,” aired in 2019. By 2024, the “Infinity Train Arc,” “Red Light District Arc,” “Swordsmith Village Arc,” and “Hashira Training Arc” had been produced. The “Infinity Castle Arc” will be adapted into a three-part theatrical anime film depicting the final battle that takes place in the demon’s base, “Infinity Castle.”
Record-Breaking Success Marks a New Era for Demon Slayer
The staggering box office performance of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Castle Arc Chapter 1proves that the franchise has firmly secured its place as a cultural phenomenon, not just in Japan but worldwide. Surpassing 22 billion yen in revenue with nearly 15.7 million viewers, the film continues the momentum established by previous entries, particularly Mugen Train. What stands out is the series’ ability to blend emotional storytelling, breathtaking animation, and intense action sequences to captivate both long-time fans and casual viewers. This milestone also signals a potential shift in how anime films are produced and marketed—leaning heavily into serialized storytelling that connects directly with ongoing TV arcs, ensuring fans feel compelled to watch every installment on the big screen.
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