Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle He continues to break records in Japan. The first installment of the trilogy reached historical figures at the box office. It surpasses classics of animated cinema and consolidates itself as one of the most outstanding cinematographic phenomena of the year.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle continues to set records at the Japanese box office
The first film of the trilogy Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle It has established itself as a historic success in Japan. has sold more than 23 million tickets and raised more than 33 billion yen, approximately 224 million dollars. This makes it the second highest-grossing film in the country’s history. surpasses the Chihiro’s journey of Studio Ghibli. Globally, the film has sold more than 55 million tickets, generating around 68 billion yen, some 462 million dollars.
The film has also set a speed record. has been the fastest to reach the 30 billion yen (approximately 203 million dollars) in Japan. He achieved the figure in just 46 days. This milestone beats the previous record of Demon Slayer: Mugen Train, It took 59 days to reach the same number.
In the United States and Canada, the film premiered on September 12 and debuted at the first place at the box office. grossed more than 70 million dollars on its opening weekend. also sold more than 6 million tickets. With this, he broke the record for the highest premiere for an anime film in the United States, even surpassing Pokemon: The First Movie of 1999.
The film opened in Japan on July 18 and is screened at 443 screens, A record for the franchise, including functions in Imax. outside the country, aniplex plans for the film to be exhibited in more than 150 countries and regions, Overcoming the coverage of the previous world tour of the saga. The previous tour reached more than 145 territories.
The impressive performance of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle It reflects not only its success at the box office, but also the passion of the fans who have followed each premiere of the franchise. The excitement for this first installment increases with the expectation of the two remaining films of the trilogy, which will continue the story and will maintain the fervor of the audience.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has the following description:
Infinity Castle will mark the start of Demon Slayer’s final arc, taking Tanjiro and the Hashira straight to the enemy’s heart. After the surprise appearance of Muzan Kibutsuji in the Ubuyashiki mansion, the group is dragged into a distorted territory: the infinite castle. There will begin a definitive battle, where each confrontation will put their ties, skills and determination to end the demons once and for all.
