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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Nominated for Astra Film Award! Read the full details on the Best Animated Feature nomination, the ceremony date, and the list of competitors in this simple guide.
Category: Anime News / Movies
Great news for anime fans! The smash-hit movie Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has officially been recognized by Hollywood critics. The film, which has already broken box office records around the world, is now competing for a prestigious trophy.
Here is everything you need to know about the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, nominated for the Astra Film Award news.
What is the Nomination?
The 2025 Astra Film Awards recently announced their full list of nominees, and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle has secured a spot. The film is nominated in the Best Animated Feature category.
This is a huge achievement because it places the anime film alongside major Hollywood blockbusters and other international hits.
Who is the Competition?
The race for the award is tough. To win, Demon Slayer will have to beat several other popular animated movies. Here is the full list of nominees for Best Animated Feature:
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle (Crunchyroll)
- Zootopia 2 (Walt Disney Pictures)
- Arco (Neon)
- In Your Dreams (Netflix)
- KPop Demon Hunters (Netflix)
- Little Amélie or the Character of Rain (GKids)
Why is this Movie Special?
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is the first part of a highly anticipated trilogy that serves as the grand finale for the anime series. Since its release, opening in Japan on July 18 and in North America on September 12, it has become a massive success.
In fact, it is currently the highest-grossing anime film worldwide. It is also the highest-grossing international film released in North America this year.
Related | Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Highest Grossing Anime Film Worldwide
When are the Astra Film Award?
Fans won’t have to wait too long to see if Tanjiro and the Demon Slayer Corps take home the prize.
- Event: The 2025 Astra Film Awards
- Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
- Location: Los Angeles, California
This isn’t the first time the Astra Awards have honored anime. Earlier this year at the Astra TV Awards, Dragon Ball DAIMA won Best Anime Series, proving that the organization has a strong appreciation for Japanese animation.
Summary
The nomination of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle highlights how popular and respected anime has become on the global stage. Whether it wins or not, being nominated alongside giants like Zootopia 2 is a major victory for the franchise and studio ufotable.
Stay tuned for January 9 to see the results!
