Exciting update for Demon Slayer enthusiasts in the United States! Before the official theatrical release on September 12, 2025, fans can catch Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle (Part 1) early. On September 9 at 7:00 p.m. local time, exclusive preview screenings will be held—available only to Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan subscribers. Tickets go on sale starting August 15 at 6:00 a.m. PT via the Fandango Rewards site, after verifying subscriber status.
Directed by Haruo Sotozaki and animated by ufotable, the film continues the epic saga with breathtaking visuals, heartfelt storytelling, and the return of beloved Hashira warriors. Akihara Matsushima oversees character design, while the powerful score comes courtesy of Yuki Kajiura and Go Shiina
This highly anticipated film—Part 1 of the Infinity Castle trilogy—originally premiered in Japan on July 18, 2025, where it shattered box office records and became one of the highest‑grossing films in Japanese history . Internationally, the rollout begins across Asia in August, with the wide U.S., Canadian, U.K., and Indian theatrical release set for September 12 in both subtitled and English-dubbed versions; select locations will feature IMAX and other premium formats
The English dub lineup brings together returning stars—Zach Aguilar (Tanjiro), Abby Trott (Nezuko), Aleks Le (Zenitsu), Bryce Papenbrook (Inosuke), Johnny Yong Bosch (Giyu), Erika Harlacher (Shinobu)—and introduces Channing Tatum as Keizo and Rebecca Wang as his daughter Koyuki While some fans have expressed concern over celebrity casting in anime, others welcome the star-studded addition
Why This Matters:
- Early Access for Super Fans: Mega and Ultimate Crunchyroll subscribers get a head start—nine days before the nationwide release.
- Epic Finale Begins: The Infinity Castle storyline sets the stage for the Demon Slayer saga’s climactic conclusion.
- Global Celebration: With staggering Japanese success, the film’s international release promises to be a landmark moment for anime cinema.
- Star-Studded Cast: The English dub combines franchise favorites with new talent for added excitement.
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