The film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle: Part 1 – Akaza Returns, released on July 18, has drawn 77.53 million viewers worldwide and earned approximately ¥94.8 billion (US$654 million). It now ranks as the fifth-highest-grossing film of 2025, according to Sony Pictures Entertainment.

Quick Summary

- Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle – Akaza Returns has earned ¥94.8 billion worldwide as of October 13, 2025.
- The film attracted 77.53 million viewers and ranks fifth among all 2025 releases.
- In North America, it earned US$128.62 million, the highest ever for a foreign film.
- It is the first Japanese anime film to top the North American box office for two consecutive weeks.
- Aniplex expressed gratitude to audiences and theater staff worldwide.

Global Box Office Surpasses ¥94.8 Billion

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle: Part 1 – Akaza Returns has recorded 77.53 million viewers and grossed approximately ¥94.8 billion worldwide as of October 13, 2025. This includes a total of US$654 million, based on an exchange rate of ¥145 per dollar. The film ranks fifth in global box office revenue among all 2025 releases, according to data from Sony Pictures Entertainment.

Breaks 25-Year North American Box Office Record

Since its North American release on September 12, the film has earned US$128.62 million, making it the highest-grossing foreign film in the region’s history and breaking a 25-year-old record surpassing films such as Pokémon: The First Movie – Mewtwo Strikes Back released in 1999. It also became the first Japanese anime film to secure the No.1 spot at the North American box office for two consecutive weeks, marking a major milestone for the franchise’s international reach.

Can Akaza Beat Rengoku?

In Japan Domestic, The gap to the all-time domestic record—held by “Demon Slayer: Mugen Train” with ¥40.75 billion ($271 million)—has narrowed to approximately ¥4.3 billion ($28.6 million), according to Kogyo Tsushinsha.

Aniplex Issues Statement of Gratitude

Aniplex expressed appreciation to global audiences and theater partners, stating: “We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who visited theaters around the world, as well as to the many individuals who helped deliver this work to audiences.” The company emphasized its gratitude toward both fans and industry professionals who contributed to the film’s success.

About the Demon Slayer Franchise

Based on Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from February 2016 to May 2020, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba follows Tanjiro Kamado, a boy who joins the Demon Slayer Corps after demons kill his family and turn his sister Nezuko into a demon. The manga has sold over 220 million copies worldwide. Its anime adaptations include the Unwavering Resolve Arc (2019), Entertainment District Arc (2021), Swordsmith Village Arc (2023), and Hashira Training Arc (2024). The Infinity Castle trilogy depicts the final battle of Tanjiro and his allies against Muzan Kibutsuji and the Upper Rank demons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How much has Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle – Akaza Returns earned worldwide?
A1: As of October 13, 2025, the film has earned approximately ¥94.8 billion (US$654 million) worldwide.

Q2: What is the North American box office total for Akaza Returns?
A2: The film has earned US$128.62 million in North America, setting a new record for the highest-grossing foreign film in the region.

Q3: When was the film released?
A3: Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle – Akaza Returns was released on July 18, 2025.

Q4: Who produced the film?
A4: The film was produced by Aniplex and ufotable, based on the original manga by Koyoharu Gotouge.

Q5: How many viewers have seen the film worldwide?
A5: The total number of viewers worldwide has reached 77.53 million as of mid-October 2025.

Teaser Trailer

Source : ORICON NEWS