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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Scores Record $70 Million North American Debut

Sony's Crunchyroll used premium formats plus a staggered rollout, turning the trilogy's first chapter into a broad theatrical event.

Overview

  • Comscore estimates place the film’s domestic opening weekend at $70 million, the biggest North American launch ever for an anime title.
  • Opening day reached about $33 million, including previews, according to Box Office Mojo.
  • Worldwide grosses now total roughly $435 million, with more than $200 million from Japan, as reported by industry trackers.
  • The North American release offered subtitled and dubbed versions and premium screens, with $6.4 million from IMAX on Friday, according to Variety.
  • Critical and audience response is strong, with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score and an “A” CinemaScore, as this installment begins a planned three‑film finale.