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Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Trainis officially returning to theaters this year, with a 4K theatrical rerelease across North America and select international territories, as confirmed by Crunchyroll and Aniplex of America. Originally released in 2020, the film was a global phenomenon, becoming the highest-grossing anime movie of all time and a landmark moment for anime in mainstream cinema. Now, it’s set to make a comeback in premium formats, marking its first theatrical return since the original run.
The timing is no coincidence. With the highly anticipatedDemon Slayer:Infinity Castletrilogy beginning later this year, the rerelease ofMugen Trainacts as both a technical upgrade and a narrative refresh.
What’s New in the 2025 Mugen Train Movie Rerelease?
Upgraded Visuals And Music
For the first time ever,Mugen Trainwill screen in 4K resolution. Alongside the visual boost, the film has been enhanced with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Cinema sound mixes, promising a fully immersive viewing experience. Fans in Japan will also see it available in IMAX, 4DX, and MX4D, while international screenings in the U.S., Canada, and select regions are expected to follow with similar premium format offerings.
The theatrical return begins onMay 14, 2025, in North America and select international regions. While the availability of premium formats like IMAX, 4DX, and MX4D will vary by territory, fans can expect both subbed and dubbed versions to be offered. A newly cut trailer highlights the enhanced visuals and soundthat will define this upgraded release.
Why Is Demon Slayer: Mugen Train Rereleasing Now?
Setting the Stage for Infinity Castle
With theupcomingInfinity Castlemovie trilogybeginning in Japan on July 28, 2025—and rolling out internationally between August and September—Mugen Trainfunctions as a narrative and emotional primer, of sorts.
For newer fans who discovered the anime through streaming orits serialized Mugen Train Arc on TV, this rerelease offers a rare opportunity to see the story as it was meant to be experienced: in a theater, with all the technical and emotional weight fully realized. And for longtime fans, it’s a return toone of anime’s most pivotal cinematic moments.
Infinity CastleArc Movie – Global Release Dates and What to Expect
The first film in theInfinity Castletrilogywill premiere in Japan in July 2025, before rolling out internationally in stages throughout August and September.
The global rollout begins in select Asian countries, with other regions following soon after:
