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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ Hits $730 Million After No. 1 China Debut

Strong IMAX turnout in China underscores demand for Sony’s Crunchyroll-backed first entry in a planned trilogy.

Overview

  • Infinity Castle opened first in China with RMB354.2 million ($49.9 million) for the weekend and about $52.5 million across its first three days.
  • The global cume sits around $730 million, ranking fifth for 2025 and setting marks as the top Japanese film worldwide and the highest-grossing international release in North America.
  • IMAX contributed roughly $11.5–$12.3 million in China, about 25% of the weekend, the biggest IMAX opening for a Japanese feature in the market.
  • Early signals in China show softening with a day-three drop of about 38% and reduced screens, even as word of mouth remains strong and political sensitivities are noted.
  • The franchise has topped approximately $1.3 billion globally, with two additional films planned to complete the Final Battle arc.