We Might Never Get Another Demon Slayer

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The movie *Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle* has been incredibly popular in theaters, and it might be a long time before another anime film achieves this level of success. The *Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba* manga by Koyoharu Gotoge was already well-received in *Weekly Shonen Jump* magazine, but the anime adaptation truly propelled it to global fame. The studio behind the *Fate/stay night* anime helped *Demon Slayer* connect with a whole new audience.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle is on track to become the fifth highest-grossing film of the year globally. This is particularly remarkable given the release of major blockbusters like Superman and The Fantastic Four: First Steps. This success is a major achievement for anime films, and especially for the Demon Slayer franchise, which has become a leading favorite among anime fans today and doesn’t appear to be losing popularity anytime soon.

Demon Slayer Has Taken Over This Generation of Anime Fans

In 2020, anime viewing experienced a significant surge. While the COVID-19 pandemic created many challenges, it also gave people more time to enjoy anime, and a new generation of fans—Gen Z and Alpha—started watching. Surveys showed these younger viewers preferred anime over other entertainment options. This growth was also fueled by the widespread popularity of shows like *Demon Slayer*, which attracted even more interest.

You can find similar trends all over the internet. When an anime series becomes popular, it’s often because of exciting fight scenes or character edits shared across social media. This encourages younger viewers to seek out the original source. A prime example is *Demon Slayer* Episode 19. While the first season initially performed decently, it wasn’t until Tanjiro first used the Hinokami Kagura that the show really gained widespread attention. That episode went viral – clips of Tanjiro defeating Rui were everywhere – and propelled the entire franchise to even greater popularity.

The success of *Demon Slayer* felt incredibly well-timed. The first season of the anime ended on a high note, attracting new viewers, while the manga was finishing its major Infinity Castle storyline, boosting sales. This was immediately followed by the release of the *Mugen Train* movie, which perfectly capitalized on the anime’s growing popularity. *Mugen Train* became a massive hit, becoming the highest-grossing film in Japanese history. It seemed like a stroke of luck that couldn’t be repeated—until the conclusion of the Infinity Castle arc brought another wave of excitement.

Only Demon Slayer Can Beat Demon Slayer

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle has achieved incredible success, becoming one of the year’s biggest films globally and the second highest-grossing film ever in Japan – following closely behind the previous Demon Slayer movie, Mugen Train. Looking back, this success isn’t surprising, as Demon Slayer has consistently built on its previous achievements. However, there’s another reason for its lasting popularity: it’s become the defining anime for this generation.

American anime fans have always had defining series for each generation. Shows like *Dragon Ball*, *Sailor Moon*, and *Mobile Suit Gundam* became so popular that even people who don’t usually watch anime knew about them. Today, *Demon Slayer* has reached that same level of recognition, especially with younger audiences. It’s become a huge franchise – you can find *Demon Slayer* merchandise in regular stores, and kids are constantly sharing and discussing the latest clips. It’s truly become a cultural phenomenon of the 2020s.

The huge success of *Demon Slayer* in theaters this year will likely help other anime films get wider releases in the future. However, it’s unlikely any other franchise will reach the same level of popularity. While major series like *Dragon Ball* and *One Piece* will undoubtedly compete, *Demon Slayer* has resonated so strongly with younger audiences that it’s positioned itself as a uniquely dominant force in the anime landscape.

I don’t think we’ll see an anime explode in popularity quite like *Demon Slayer* again anytime soon. It really mastered going viral – in a way that other anime can only wish for, and even some movie stars have taken notice of its success! It truly *was* the defining anime of the early 2020s, and it’s going to take a whole new wave of fans to pick the next big hit that can finally take its place at the top.

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2025-10-07 19:10