Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc Movie Scores Big at Box Office, Debuts at #2 in U.S. - Anime Manga Addicts

The highly anticipated Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - To the Hashira Training movie, a theatrical screening of the first episode of the upcoming anime series, has made a strong debut at the U.S. box office.

According to Box Office Mojo, the film earned an estimated US$11.5 million in its opening weekend, landing it the #2 spot on the charts. This surpasses the opening weekend performance of its predecessor, the Swordsmith Village Arc movie, which earned US$10.1 million in March 2023.

The film performed consistently throughout the weekend, grossing US$5.5 million on Friday (including previews), US$3.5 million on Saturday, and US$2.5 million on Sunday. Additionally, it benefited from premium screenings in IMAX and large format theaters.

Internationally, the film has also seen success. Its Tokyo premiere as part of a World Tour saw it debut at #1 with earnings of approximately US$4.35 million in its first three days. As of February 18th, the film has grossed an estimated US$9.32 million in Japan alone.

This impressive box office performance adds to the excitement surrounding the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc anime series, which is set to premiere this spring. The movie serves as a bridge between the previous arc and the new one, giving fans a glimpse into what's to come.

With its strong debut and continued global success, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - To the Hashira Training has solidified its place as a major player in the box office and further fueled the anticipation for the upcoming anime series.

- Anime Manga Addicts