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Demon Slayer Leads $800M Anime Surge in 2025

12/20/2025

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In 2025, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle grossed nearly $800 million.
The year featured about 200 TV series across diverse genres, including historical epics and LGBTQ+ stories.
The A.V. Club plans to boost its anime coverage by filtering releases to spotlight quality shows.
Among top picks is City the Animation from Kyoto Animation, praised for animation, humor, and a focus on community.

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Story summary

In 2025, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle grossed nearly $800 million.
The year featured about 200 TV series across diverse genres, including historical epics and LGBTQ+ stories.
The A.V. Club plans to boost its anime coverage by filtering releases to spotlight quality shows.
Among top picks is City the Animation from Kyoto Animation, praised for animation, humor, and a focus on community.