The highly anticipated Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle film has stirred controversy following the unauthorized leak of its exclusive trailer. The trailer, intended solely for theater audiences during the 4K re-release of Mugen Train, was illicitly recorded and disseminated online, prompting a stern response from the production team.
Incident Overview
On May 11, 2025, the official Demon Slayer X (formerly Twitter) account addressed the leak, emphasizing the legal ramifications of such actions. The staff highlighted that clandestine recording in theaters violates the Law for Prevention of Unauthorized Recording of Films. Furthermore, uploading the footage to platforms like X, YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook constitutes copyright infringement. Offenders may face up to 10 years of imprisonment, fines of up to 10 million yen, or both.
Community Reaction
The response from the fanbase has been mixed. While some fans expressed frustration over the lack of an official trailer release, others criticized the leak, acknowledging the hard work of the creators and the importance of respecting legal boundaries.
About the Infinity Castle Film
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle is a direct sequel to the anime’s fourth season, adapting the climactic “Infinity Castle” arc from Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga. Directed by Haruo Sotozaki and produced by Ufotable, the film is the first installment of a planned trilogy. It is scheduled for release in Japan on July 18, 2025, with a North American release set for September 12, 2025.
Key Characters
- Tanjiro Kamado: The series’ protagonist, Tanjiro is a compassionate and determined Demon Slayer seeking a cure for his sister Nezuko, who was transformed into a demon.
- Muzan Kibutsuji: The primary antagonist, Muzan is the progenitor of all demons. His confrontation with the Demon Slayer Corps reaches its peak in the Infinity Castle arc.
Notable Facts
- The leaked trailer was exclusively shown at the end of the Mugen Train 4K re-release screenings in Japan.
- The Infinity Castle film marks the beginning of the series’ final cinematic trilogy.
- The production team has not announced an official online release date for the trailer.
