Title: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle
Director: Haruo Sotozaki Wikipedia+1
Studio: Ufotable Wikipedia+1
Running Time: ~155 minutes Wikipedia+1
Language: Japanese (with dubbed/subbed international versions) Wikipedia+2Reddit+2
Plot & Position
- The film adapts the “Infinity Castle” arc (part of the final arc) of Koyoharu Gotouge’s Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba manga. Wikipedia+2Beebom+2
- It marks the first of a planned trilogy of movies to conclude the major final arc. Screen Daily+2Wikipedia+2
- Main characters like Tanjiro Kamado, Nezuko, the Hashira, and the Upper Rank demons (including Akaza) play central roles in intense battles. Wikipedia+2Beebom+2
Release Timeline
- Japan premiere: July 18, 2025 Beebom+2Wikipedia+2
- International roll-out: August/September 2025 in many territories. For example, in Pakistan, Malaysia, Singapore, etc., in mid-August. In the U.S. and many other countries around September. Box Office Mojo+3Wikipedia+3Reddit+3
Box Office & Records
- Budget: ~US$20 million Wikipedia
- Gross: ~US$555 million worldwide as of the latest data. Wikipedia+1
- In Japan: Marked record after record on opening day, single-day, and opening weekend. Broke Mugen Train’s previous records. Beebom+2Screen Daily+2
- In India: Strong showing; it crossed ₹55-60 crore in about 9 days. The Financial Express+1
- U.S. opening weekend: $70 million, making it one of the biggest domestic openings for an anime film. AP News+1
- It also surpassed Spirited Away in Japan to become the second-highest-grossing film in Japanese history (behind Mugen Train) as of September. Indiatimes+1
Critical Reception
- Generally very positive feedback: praised for animation quality, action scenes, and emotional stakes. Wikipedia+2Beebom+2
- Some critiques focus on pacing: given its long runtime and heavy action, some feel parts drag or are weighed down by flashbacks. Wikipedia+1
Significance & Impact
- This film marks a major moment in Demon Slayer’s saga — shifting from episodic TV seasons to a cinematic trilogy to finish the story. This elevates its status in anime storytelling and marketing. Screen Daily+2Indiatimes+2
- Box office success further entrenches Demon Slayer as one of the biggest anime franchises globally. Its performance is influencing how studios plan future large-scale anime finales.
What To Watch For
- How the next two parts of the trilogy handle the story, especially the climactic battles with Muzan, and resolve all character arcs.
- Whether the film continues to dominate in major non-Japanese markets (e.g., India, the U.S., etc.) in both box office and streaming/dubbed versions.
- How streaming release timing is managed — many fans are waiting for it to become available online.
