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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Enters Japan’s Top 10 Box Office, Eyes Mugen Train Record

Ufotable is preparing an international rollout supported by intensified anti-piracy measures.

Nezuko from Demon Slayer ready to attack

Overview

  • By its 17th day, Infinity Castle has grossed ¥17.84 billion ($119.6 million) in Japan, securing a spot among the country’s top 10 earners.
  • The film surpassed Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets to claim the 10th-highest box office position in Japanese history.
  • It still requires a 126% revenue increase to overtake Demon Slayer: Mugen Train’s ¥40.43 billion record.
  • A staggered global release will begin with North American theaters on September 12, with IMAX and premium-format screenings planned.
  • Ufotable and rights holders have ramped up civil and criminal anti-piracy actions to prevent unauthorized leaks ahead of the international debut.