Demon Slayer: Infinite Castle breaks box office records in the USA

The latest production from the Demon Slayer universe, the film Infinite Castle, not only met high expectations, but exceeded them, breaking box office records in the United States. The film, which is part of a trilogy adapting the final arc of Koyoharu Gotouge's manga, is proving that the power of anime in American cinemas is stronger than ever.

Since its premiere, the film, distributed by Sony Pictures and Crunchyroll, has shown its strength. The first day's box office reached $33 million, instantly securing the record for the best opening revenue of an anime film in history. This astounding number was just the beginning of what would become one of the biggest openings of the year.

Predictions were completely shattered over the weekend. Demon Slayer: Infinite Castle grossed over $70 million, claiming the best opening weekend for an anime film in the United States. This colossal result is not limited to the genre, as the production became the 6th best September opening in American cinema history, surpassing releases from major studios. Over 4.5 million people went to cinemas just to watch the film, a number that demonstrates the franchise's huge reach.

The reception of the film Infinite Castle is even more impressive when compared to its predecessor, Demon Slayer: Mugen Train, which in 2020 grossed $21.1 million in the first weekend in the USA. The new film is generating exponential attention, solidifying Demon Slayer as one of the most impactful cultural phenomena of the decade. The decision to adapt Koyoharu Gotouge's manga's final arc into a film trilogy is proving to be a masterful move. The news was published on September 15, 2025.

The box office performance of Demon Slayer: Infinite Castle is fantastic news for the anime industry and for fans, proving that the franchise's popularity continues to grow globally.