Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Film Unveils New Trailer & Exciting Theme Song Artists Aimer & LiSA
Discover stunning performances by Aimer and LiSA with 'Taiyō ga Noboranai Sekai' and 'Zankoku no Yoru ni Kagayake'—music that captivates and inspires.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Exciting Updates and New Film
The popular anime franchise continues to captivate fans worldwide with exciting news!
Re-airing of the Mugen Train Movie
The "Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train" was broadcast again on Fuji TV in Japan this past Saturday. The broadcast concluded with a full trailer for the upcoming film in the trilogy, titled "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle - Akaza Sairai" (The Return of Akaza).
New Theme Songs by Aimer and LiSA
Both Aimer and LiSA are contributing theme songs for the first film:
- Aimer performs "Taiyō ga Noboranai Sekai" ("A World Where the Sun Never Rises")
- LiSA performs "Zankoku no Yoru ni Kagayake" ("Shine in the Cruel Night")
These songs will be available on global streaming platforms starting July 18.
Trailer and Film Details
The trailer reveals the full title of the first film as "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle - Akaza Sairai". Fans are eagerly awaiting its release.
Release Dates and Screenings
- Japan: The film opens on July 18, screening on 443 screens — a franchise record — including IMAX formats.
- International: Aniplex aims to release the film in over 150 countries and regions, surpassing the previous world tour of over 145 countries.
- United States and Canada: The film will premiere in theaters on September 12, distributed by Crunchyroll, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Aniplex. It will be available in Japanese with English subtitles and with an English dub.
Franchise Background
The Demon Slayer anime originally premiered in April 2019, based on the manga by Koyoharu Gotouge. The series has been licensed by Aniplex of America and streamed on platforms like Hulu, Crunchyroll, and Funimation. It also aired on Adult Swim's Toonami.
Since then, the franchise has expanded with multiple seasons and arcs:
- Entertainment District Arc (2021)
- Swordsmith Village Arc (2023)
- Hashira Training Arc (2024)
Each new arc has been streamed by Crunchyroll and other platforms, maintaining its popularity.
Looking Ahead
Fans can look forward to the upcoming trilogy of films, starting with "Infinity Castle", which promises to bring more intense battles and stunning animation. Stay tuned for more updates and the official release trailers!
Source: Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train rebroadcast, press release.