‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle l’ Now on Netflix

Record-breaking anime film arrives in 23 APAC markets, including Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines

After a historic theatrical run as the highest-grossing anime film in history globally, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle l is now available on Netflix across 23 markets in Asia-Pacific, including Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines.

The film set national box office records in several of the markets now welcoming it to Netflix: it became the highest-grossing anime film ever released in Thailand,  and posted the biggest grossing Japanese anime film of all time in the Philippines and Indonesia. During its opening weekend in the Philippines, the film garnered approximately $4.2 million (PHP 238 million)—making it the biggest anime opening of all time in the country, outperforming blockbusters across genres including horror and superhero titles. (Seasia.co)

The Infinity Castle arc has been the most anticipated storyline among Demon Slayer fans for years, with excitement building steadily since the franchise’s Netflix debut. The story unfolds with the Demon Slayer Corps drawn into the Infinity Castle. As preparations for the final battle intensify, Muzan Kibutsuji attacks the Ubuyashiki Mansion, plunging Tanjiro and the Hashira into a mysterious space.

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New to the franchise? All five seasons of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train are now streaming on Netflix in the Philippines, the perfect place to catch up before Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle I.

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Film Synopsis:

Tanjiro Kamado – a boy who joined an organization dedicated to hunting down demons called the Demon Slayer Corps after his younger sister Nezuko was turned into a demon.

While growing stronger and deepening his friendships and bonds with fellow corps members, Tanjiro has battled many demons with his comrades – Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira. Along the way, his journey has led him to fight alongside the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest-ranking swordsmen, the Hashira, including Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku aboard the Mugen Train, Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui within the Entertainment District, as well as Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji at the Swordsmith Village.

As the Demon Slayer Corps members and Hashira engaged in a group strength training program, the Hashira Training, in preparation for the forthcoming battle against the demons, Muzan Kibutsuji appears at the Ubuyashiki Mansion. With the head of the Demon Corps in danger, Tanjiro and the Hashira rush to the headquarters but are plunged into a deep descent to a mysterious space by the hands of Muzan Kibutsuji.

The destination of where Tanjiro and Demon Slayer Corps have fallen is the demons’ stronghold – the Infinity Castle. And so, the battleground is set as the final battle between the Demon Slayer Corps and the demons ignites.

Credits: Original story by Koyoharu Gotoge (JUMP COMICS / SHUEISHA). Directed by Haruo Sotozaki. Screenplay and animation production by ufotable.

About Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba:

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on the manga series by Koyoharu Gotoge, published in SHUEISHA’s WEEKLY JUMP from February 2016 to May 2020. The series has captivated audiences worldwide with its tragic tale of humans and demons, riveting sword fights, charming characters, and comical scenes. The manga consists of 23 volumes and has published over 200 million units.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba first premiered in April 2019 with the Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc, followed by the feature film Mugen Train in October 2020, and the TV series Mugen Train Arc and Entertainment District Arc from 2021 through 2022. In 2023, the Swordsmith Village Arc debuted on Crunchyroll, shortly after the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Swordsmith Village- theatrical release. In 2024, the Hashira Training Arc debuted, shortly after the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Hashira Training- theatrical release. The animation production is by ufotable.