The Demon Slayer movie, Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle, is quickly becoming the biggest blockbuster debut of 2025. Announced back in 2023, the film has had fans eagerly anticipating its release. Even before it premiered, expectations were high that it would break multiple records, and upon release, it did just that by shattering several longstanding milestones.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Breaks Three Historic Records
Official reports confirm that Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has broken three major records in Japanese cinema history: highest opening day revenue, highest first-day revenue, and highest single-day box office earnings.
These achievements highlight just how much audiences love the film and how eagerly it was awaited. So far, the movie has grossed over 7.3 billion yen, equivalent to 49.7 million US dollars or nearly 1.3 trillion Vietnamese dong.
The film’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. These numbers are expected to rise further in the coming weeks. Importantly, the movie has yet to be released in other regions worldwide, which means the total global box office will likely be much higher. Demon Slayer enjoys a massive fanbase across the globe.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Trails Behind Takopi’s Original Sin
Despite receiving mostly positive reviews and smashing box office records, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle ranks just below Takopi’s Original Sin on IMDb. Kimetsu no Yaiba scored 9.2, while Takopi’s Original Sin leads with 9.3, making it one of the highest-rated anime projects of 2025.
However, the difference between the two films is minimal. Ratings can fluctuate over time, so it would be surprising if either film maintains their current positions through the end of 2025. For now, Takopi’s Original Sin holds a slight edge over the latest Demon Slayer movie.
Fans of Demon Slayer have no reason to worry about being outscored by Takopi’s Original Sin. The latter is truly one of the most outstanding anime releases of the past decade. Without flashy battles, its unique appeal lies in its deep exploration of complex, mature themes. The characters in Takopi’s Original Sin are flawed and relatable, which makes them easy to connect with. Even the pacing and animation quality have been praised as excellent, making it a near-perfect adaptation.
Possible Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Sequel in 2027
The Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movie took three and a half years to produce, meaning Ufotable began work before the anime’s fourth season aired. The studio clearly knew they couldn’t finish the film on time if they started too late. So, they decided to work on two projects simultaneously. While most studios would struggle with such a tight schedule, Ufotable’s meticulous approach and efficiency seem to handle it well.
Considering it took over three years to produce the first Infinity Castle film, one might expect the sequel to arrive around 2028. However, rumors suggest Ufotable aims to complete this trilogy by 2029. Though it sounds ambitious, there’s a small chance they can pull it off.
The studio may have adopted a similar dual-project strategy after the fourth season aired. Staff working on the TV series might have shifted to the second movie, giving Ufotable a strong head start. After finishing production on Infinity Castle: Akaza’s Return, the studio could have reassigned remaining personnel to focus fully on the sequel.
For now, this is all speculation. Fans hope Ufotable won’t keep them waiting too long for updates, which are expected at Jump Festa 2026.
Source: Gamerant