Demon Slayer's Box Office Reign Challenged by Newcomers

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is on the cusp of achieving a remarkable $800 million at the worldwide box office. Initially dominating screens for a month, its box office momentum faced competition following the release of Chainsaw Man. The situation intensified with the recent debut of Zootopia 2, which has quickly captured audiences and is now leading the box office.

In Japan, "Akaza's Return" has garnered $260.1 million. Despite a recent 68% drop in its 21st weekend due to Zootopia 2's popularity, the film has achieved 26.7 million admissions, solidifying its status as the second most-watched and second highest-grossing film in local currency history, trailing only its predecessor, The Mugen Train.

Globally, Infinity Castle had climbed to become the 5th highest-grossing film of 2025, surpassing How To Train Your Dragon. However, Zootopia 2's strong debut has propelled it to third place, causing Akaza's Return to slide to sixth. This shift highlights the dynamic nature of the current box office landscape.