‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ Becomes Top-Grossing Anime Film, Overtakes ‘Kung Fu Panda’ Worldwide

Overview

• Global grosses are reported around $640–642 million, lifting the film past the $631 million lifetime total of DreamWorks’ ‘Kung Fu Panda.’
• The movie remains in wide release, still playing in over 1,200 U.S. theaters and adding to its tally with ongoing receipts in Japan.
• Japan’s box office has reached about ¥36.92 billion ($249.6 million) as of day 98 of release, reflecting unusually strong staying power.
• With a reported production cost near $20 million, the film has delivered exceptionally high returns relative to its budget.
• No mainland China release has been announced; Hong Kong and Macao have surpassed HK$100 million as mainland fans travel for screenings, while a new Monster Strike collaboration runs Oct. 25–Nov. 4.