Key Takeaways
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- Demon Slayer: Mansion Infinity is breaking US animated presale records ahead of its September release, making it the most successful animated film in its first day of ticket presales.
- The films success eclipses the opening day presale results of both Demon Slayer: Mugen Train and Jujutsu Kaisen 0.
- Globally, the film has already grossed nearly $190 million across nine Asian countries, with Japan being a significant market.
- The strong performance suggests eager anticipation among fans to witness how characters like Hashira and Tanjiro confront threats posed by Muzan Kibutsuji within his mansion.
Demon Slayer Mansion Infinity: Breaking US Animated Presale Records Ahead of September Release
Though Demon Slayer: Mansion Infinity has not yet premiered in US theaters, it is already breaking records. The first installment of a planned trilogy based on the final arc of the Demon Slayer manga, the film is set to open in US theaters on September 12, following its Portugal debut on September 11. Fandango has reported overwhelming demand for tickets, with its presales already making it the most successful animated film in its first day of ticket presales. This milestone eclipses the opening day presale results of both Demon Slayer: Mugen Train and Jujutsu Kaisen 0. Jerramy Hainline of Fandango stated, “We are simply flabbergasted by the sheer excitement surrounding the arrival of Demon Slayer: Mansion Infinity. The anime community has certainly flexed its muscle, and we are proud to bring this film to theaters.” Globally, Demon Slayer: Mansion Infinity – Chapter 1: Akaza’s Return has already grossed nearly $190 million across nine Asian countries, primarily in Japan, where it premiered on July 18. This strong performance suggests eager anticipation among fans to witness how characters like Hashira and Tanjiro confront the threats posed by Muzan Kibutsuji within his mansion.