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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Sets New U.S. Anime Opening Record, Powers Global Box Office

A record U.S. debut underscores surging demand driven by a coordinated global rollout.

Overview

  • The film opened to $70 million in the United States and Canada, surpassing a Pokémon-era benchmark for the biggest anime debut in that market.
  • Global first‑weekend receipts were reported at $177.8 million as the release expanded across the United States, Spain and Latin America, including Mexico’s wide opening on September 11.
  • Sony Pictures and Crunchyroll led distribution, with Crunchyroll handling Latin America as part of a broad, simultaneous push across dozens of territories.
  • Reviews highlight a faithful adaptation of the manga with selective cinematic enhancements that deepen character moments and clarify key concepts without altering the core plot.
  • This is the first entry in a planned trilogy, with additional films expected though not dated, and no streaming window announced, with any platform plans yet to be confirmed.