Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has unveiled five new scene cuts showcasing Tanjiro Kamado's intense confrontation with Upper Rank Three demon Akaza, marking the launch of an eight-week character commercial series ahead of the film's extended theatrical exclusivity. The promotional campaign comes as Crunchyroll confirmed the record-breaking anime film will remain unavailable for streaming through 2025, with availability now potentially pushed to 2027
Box Office Domination Drives Extended Theater Run
The film has shattered multiple records since its July 18, 2025 Japanese premiere, earning over $674 million worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing Japanese film of all time. In Japan, Infinity Castle has overtaken Spirited Away to claim the second-highest domestic gross with ¥33.6 billion, trailing only its predecessor Mugen Train.
Weekly Character Campaign Features Awakened Tanjiro
The newly released scene cuts capture pivotal moments from Tanjiro and Giyu Tomioka's collaboration against Akaza within the labyrinthine Infinity Castle. The images prominently feature Tanjiro's awakened state, marked by his distinctive scar, symbolizing his evolution as he faces one of his most formidable opponents.
The eight-week promotional series will spotlight different characters using actual film footage, with the inaugural Tanjiro-focused commercial already generating significant fan engagement across social media platforms. Studio Ufotable's decision to extend the marketing campaign reflects the film's continued theatrical momentum, particularly in international markets where it became the highest-grossing international film in U.S. box office history.