Demon Slayer Infinity Castle has taken the anime world by storm. Sony Pictures announced that the film now holds the title of the highest‑grossing anime movie worldwide. It overtook the long‑standing record set by Mugen Train. This achievement proves the series’ massive fan base and growing global appeal.
U.S. Performance Surpasses Pokémon
In the United States the movie showed a strong second weekend. It earned $17.3 million, with $4.585 million on Friday, $7.3 million on Saturday and $5.415 million on Sunday. The domestic total now sits at $104.730 million. This figure exceeds the $85.7 million earned by Pokémon: The First Movie, ending its 26‑year reign as the top anime film in the U.S. The success highlights how Demon Slayer continues to draw crowds.
Global Earnings Across Markets
Across the globe Infinity Castle has amassed more than $555 million. In Japan the film generated 34.01 billion yen, which equals $229.85 million. Sony reports $269 million from Crunchyroll and other Sony markets worldwide. The movie also performed well in Europe, earning $8.2 million in German‑speaking regions and $8.6 million in French‑speaking markets.
Additional territories added significant revenue. Mexico contributed $15.1 million, Hong Kong $12.4 million, India $8.1 million, the United Kingdom $7.5 million, Indonesia $7.3 million, Brazil $7.2 million, Thailand $7 million, Malaysia $6.7 million, the Philippines $6.4 million and Spain $6 million. In each of these countries Demon Slayer now ranks as the number one anime film of all time.
In South Korea the movie earned $37.54 million, according to the KOBIS tracker. Taiwan reported earnings of NT$766 million, roughly $25.13 million, making it the sixth highest‑grossing film ever in that market. The film’s strong performance in non‑Sony Southeast Asian markets further cements its status.
What This Means for Anime Fans
The record‑breaking run of Demon Slayer Infinity Castle signals a shift in anime popularity. Fans can expect more high‑budget productions and wider theatrical releases. The success also encourages streaming platforms like Crunchyroll to invest in anime film distribution. As the box office numbers climb, the industry gains more visibility and respect worldwide.
The creative team behind the film includes director Haruo Sotozaki, chief animation director Akira Matsushima, and composers Yuki Kajiura and Go Shiina. Their work helped the movie resonate with audiences across cultures.
Source: Crunchyroll
