2025 is shaping up to be a monumental year forDemon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaibafans. The highly anticipated first installment of theInfinity Castle Arcanime film trilogy was previously announced for release this year, but the exact premiere date has remained a mystery—until now. With anticipation at an all-time high,a specialDemon Slayerevent will finally unveil the official release date for theInfinity Castle Arcand celebrate the upcoming film with an array of themed activities.
The release date for the firstDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arcfilm will be revealed on June 20, 2025, at 7 PM (JST)during theDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc Squad Gatheringevent. This all-day celebration will feature the anime’s lead voice actors, including Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro), Akari Kitō (Nezuko), Hiro Shimono (Zenitsu), and Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (Inosuke). Fans can tune in for free viaAniplex’s official YouTube channel, where they’ll enjoy exclusive appearances, live performances, and franchise updates.
The Infinity Castle Arc’s Official Release Date Reveal Is Set for March 1
Exciting Fan Activities & Special Segments
Throughout the event, fans can engage in interactive activities, such as the 1,000-bowl Wanko Soba challenge, where 80 lucky fans will join the voice actors in a fast-paced food battle. ADemon Slayerknowledge test will also be held, offering exclusive prizes to participants. Additionally, the voice actors will curate a special selection of anime episodes, revisiting iconic moments from the series.
The event will conclude with the highly anticipated release date announcement, followed by a segment calledDemon Slayer TV: THE WORLD, which will recap major franchise news updates. To close the celebration, Natsuki Hanae will provide an exclusive first look atDemon Slayer: Hinokami Chronicles 2, set for release in 2025.

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Fan Speculation on Release Timing
TheDemon Slayer: Infinity Castlemovie trilogy will adapt the final arc of Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga. Ufotable will handle the animation, with Haruo Sotozaki returning as director. The story follows Tanjiro Kamado and the Hashira as they engage in a final battle against Muzan Kibutsuji. A second teaser visual and trailer have been released, hinting at an epic climax to theDemon Slayersaga.
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Prior to the official release date reveal,fans speculated that the firstInfinity Castlemovie would arrive in Fall 2025,with leaks pointing to September 12 as a possible opening day. We’ll soon see if those predictions were accurate on March 1, when theDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc Squad Gatheringtakes place.