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‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ Tops Korea Again as Global Gross Exceeds $260 Million

The first of a planned trilogy rides record Japanese ticket sales into its staggered rollout before the North American opening.

A still from Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.

Overview

  • According to KOBIS, the film led South Korea’s box office for a second weekend with $6.3 million and has reached $24.4 million since its Aug. 22 launch.
  • In Japan, the cumulative gross hit ¥29.85 billion (about $202.8 million) by day 45 with 21.4 million admissions, placing it within striking distance of Spirited Away’s lifetime total.
  • Industry reporting places the international haul above $260 million, with projections suggesting the total could pass $300 million before the North American debut.
  • The North American theatrical release is set for September 12, with wider global expansion tied to the date.
  • Marketing continues to build momentum through new trailers highlighting key confrontations and an official Ufotable webshop drop of 97 exclusive items, including a Special Illustration titled “Battle Preparations.”