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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Debuts to Sold-Out Midnight Screenings and Rave Reviews in Japan

Featuring “terrifying” animation alongside new songs by LiSA and Aimer, the film ushers in a global rollout that reaches North America on September 12.

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Overview

  • The first Infinity Castle installment premiered in Japan on July 18 with packed 2 AM showings that sold out nationwide, underscoring fierce fan dedication.
  • Ufotable’s intricate rendering of the labyrinthine castle earned praise for its “terrifying” level of detail and fluid fight choreography.
  • Following early screenings, some fans speculated on social media that Infinity Castle could eclipse Demon Slayer: Mugen Train’s global box-office record.
  • Veteran animator Shinya Ohira, known for his work on Studio Ghibli classics, contributed to one of the film’s standout battle scenes.
  • Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures will distribute the movie in North America beginning September 12, with dates for the remaining installments to be confirmed.