Hollywood star Channing Tatum has officially joined the English dub cast for the first Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle movie, set to premiere in the U.S. and Canada on September 12th. Tatum will lend his voice to the character Keizo in the highly anticipated anime film.
Channing Tatum’s Unexpected Voice Role
The casting of Channing Tatum, known for his roles in films such as 22 Jump Street and Magic Mike, has generated significant buzz among anime fans. Tatum will voice Keizo, a character described as pivotal to the tragic backstory of the Upper Rank Three demon, Akaza. According to Mitchel Berger, executive VP of global commerce for Crunchyroll, Tatum’s involvement stemmed from his personal connection to the series; he reportedly discovered his love for Demon Slayer and anime by watching the show with his daughter. This heartwarming anecdote highlights the widespread appeal of the Demon Slayer franchise, drawing in even major Hollywood talent.
Returning Voices and New Additions
Tatum is not the only new voice to join the Infinity Castle film. Rebecca Wang, known for her work in Solo Leveling, will voice Koyuki, a character closely associated with Keizo. These new additions will be alongside the beloved returning English dub cast members who have brought the Demon Slayer anime series to life. Fan favorites such as Zach Aguilar as Tanjiro Kamado, Abby Trott as Nezuko Kamado, Aleks Le as Zenitsu Agatsuma, Bryce Papenbrook as Inosuke Hashibira, and Johnny Yong Bosch as Giyu Tomioka are all reprising their roles for the cinematic event. The continued presence of the established voice cast ensures continuity and familiarity for dedicated fans.
The Epic Conclusion: Infinity Castle Arc on the Big Screen
The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle films represent a crucial milestone for the immensely popular series. This cinematic trilogy is set to adapt the highly anticipated “Infinity Castle” arc, which serves as the final, climactic battle of the anime shonen series. Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment are handling the distribution of the film in North America. The first film in the trilogy already premiered in Japan on July 18th and has reportedly generated over 12 billion yen. The global release marks a significant moment for the franchise, bringing the dramatic conclusion of Tanjiro Kamado’s journey to the big screen for international audiences.
