Since its premiere in Japan last July, Kimetsu no Yaiba: The Infinite Fortress has achieved an overwhelming success, surpassing 555 million dollars in worldwide revenue. The film, starring Tanjiro Kamado and his group of demon hunters, held the top spot at the box office for nine weeks, attracting an impressive number of viewers and grossing 645 million yen (3.7 million euros) just last weekend.
Chainsaws Above Spirits
However, the arrival of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: The Reze Arc has introduced new competition in the Japanese film scene. This film, which premiered on September 19, accumulated a solid total of 1.25 billion yen (7.17 million euros) in its opening weekend, with over 807 thousand tickets sold. This performance has allowed Chainsaw Man to temporarily displace Kimetsu no Yaiba from the box office throne, highlighting its great anticipation among fans who have been waiting for the continuation of the anime series since 2022.
The new Chainsaw Man movie has generated a lot of buzz and has taken the top spot at the Japanese box office, indicating that it has surpassed initial projections. Despite its dominance for several weeks, Kimetsu no Yaiba continues to be a significant force.
The competition between both anime titles will mark an interesting race in the coming days, and it is possible that, given the fervor of the otaku community, Chainsaw Man will remain in the spotlight longer than a one-time event. Fans in Spain, for their part, will not have to wait long to see Chainsaw Man – The Movie: The Reze Arc, as it is expected to hit theaters on October 31.
For those who need a recap, Crunchyroll offers a couple of recap movies that summarize the key moments of Denji’s story so far.