Key Facts

New Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc key visual unveiled ahead of July 18 premiere
Seven-night special TV event to air all arcs leading to the movie
Final nights (July 16–17) to feature new eyecatch art and voiceovers
Poster reveals intense expressions of Hashira, sparking fan buzz
Behind-the-scenes anime special Hashira Meeting & Butterfly Mansion airs July 3

With the highly anticipated first chapter of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc – The Movie set to premiere in Japan on July 18, a brand-new key visual has been unveiled—featuring the elite Hashira united with fierce determination. The reveal came as part of a large-scale campaign that includes a seven-night special TV broadcast across Fuji TV, airing key arcs from Mugen Train through the Hashira Training Arc.

Fans online have erupted in excitement over the poster, particularly noting the intense expressions of the Hashira. Comments like “Shinobu looks furious—goosebumps!” and “Sanemi looks like the main character here!” flooded social media.

Special Broadcast Schedule (All on Fuji TV)

June 28 (Sat), 8:00 PM – Mugen Train Arc: Special Edition
→ Includes world premiere of the Infinity Castle Arc’s full trailer

June 29 (Sun), 7:00 PM – Entertainment District Arc: Infiltration

July 3 (Thu), 7:00 PM – Entertainment District Arc: Final Battle
→ Features Behind the Scenes: Hashira Meeting & Butterfly Mansion

July 4 (Fri), 8:00 PM – Swordsmith Village Arc: Enemy Attack

July 6 (Sun), 7:00 PM – Swordsmith Village Arc: Bonds Forged

July 16 (Wed), 7:00 PM – Hashira Training: Opening Chapter

July 17 (Thu), 7:00 PM – Hashira Training: United Front
→ With new eyecatch illustrations and voiceover retrospectives

Each night’s broadcast will also feature newly illustrated sponsor visuals and special retrospective videos, narrated from each character’s point of view with fresh voice recordings.

Fan Buzz Over the Visual

The newly released special poster for the Hashira Training Arc shows Tanjiro Kamado standing with the gathered Hashira, all facing the final battle. The serious, even furious, expressions have stunned viewers:

“Too epic… chills down my spine.”
“If you cropped this image, Sanemi looks like the protagonist!”
“This new visual is just perfect.”
“Shinobu-san’s rage… I’m not ready!”

About Demon Slayer: A Record-Breaking Global Phenomenon

Based on the manga by Koyoharu Gotouge, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba originally ran in Weekly Shonen Jump from February 2016 to May 2020, selling over 150 million copies. The story follows Tanjiro Kamado, a boy who joins the Demon Slayer Corps to turn his demon-turned sister Nezuko back into a human after their family is slaughtered by demons.

The anime adaptation began in April 2019 with Tanjiro Kamado: Unwavering Resolve Arc. This was followed by:

The Mugen Train Arc (film, 2020),

Entertainment District Arc (TV, 2021–2022),

Swordsmith Village Arc (2023), and

Hashira Training Arc (May–June 2024).

The upcoming Infinity Castle Arc movie trilogy will pick up directly after the final episode of the Hashira Training Arc, continuing the epic journey of Tanjiro and his comrades as they confront the ultimate enemy in a climactic showdown.

FAQ

Q: When does the Infinity Castle Arc movie premiere?
A: July 18, 2025, in theaters across Japan.

Q: Will the movie be released internationally?
A: An international release has not been confirmed yet, but global fans can likely expect a later rollout.

Q: What’s included in the TV special event?
A: All major arcs will air across seven nights, along with new content like voiceovers, eyecatch illustrations, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage.

Q: Where does the movie fit in the timeline?
A: The Infinity Castle Arc picks up directly after the final episode of the Hashira Training Arc.

Q: Is the new visual available online?
A: Yes, it has been released on official platforms and is featured in promotion across Japan.

Teaser Trailer

Source : ORICON NEWS