4 reasons Demon Slayer Infinity Castle arc should be a film trilogy (& 4 reasons it may be a mistake)

The Demon Slayer Infinity Castle trilogy is something that the entire fanbase is looking forward to. The story has reached its concluding stages, and this is the most exciting arc of the story.

Plenty of discussions are taking place on the internet regarding the story arc format. The anime series has released story arcs in the form of movies before. However, most of the story has been covered in a weekly episode format.

Here are some reasons why the story arc should be presented as a trilogy and some reasons why it shouldn’t switch to a film format.

Budget and 3 other reasons why the Demon Slayer Infinity Castle trilogy is a good idea

1) Budget

Ufotable's improved budget will result in the creation of memorable fight scenes (Image via Ufotable)

The budget allocated for a movie is usually higher when compared to a seasonal show. Ufotable is a studio that has managed to define the standards of good-quality animation in this industry. This, coupled with a bigger budget, would be monumental for an arc like this.

The upcoming arc will feature scintillating fight sequences against some of the toughest Upper Moon demons. Having top-tier animation for said fights will produce contenders for some of the best shonen fight scenes ever.

2) Just the right amount of anticipation

The movies will create a sense of anticipation among fans (Image via Ufotable)

Given that the upcoming arc of the Demon Slayer series will have three films, the intervals between them will be considerable. However, it will create just the right amount of anticipation among fans.

Anticipation is a tool this series has effectively used since their payoff has been phenomenal. There are various points in the manga which could serve as a cliffhanger. Furthermore, the continuity in this arc is sublime, which means the cliffhangers would serve as great transition points as well.

3) Lack of discontinuity that is found in weekly episodes

Movies will pack a lot more content for the fans to consume in one go (Image via Ufotable)

The episode format is something fans know and love. However, movies create a sense of excitement since it packs a lot more content for fans to consume in one sitting.

Much like most shonen titles, the Demon Slayer series features an episode length of about 20 minutes. Fans then wait for an entire week to view just one episode. In this case, viewers can brace themselves for at least 90 minutes of content in one sitting. It is also noteworthy that the exact runtime of each episode has yet to be announced.

4) Improved viewing experience

The Demon Slayer movie will be a visual treat (Image via Ufotable)

Watching some of their favorite demon hunters take on Upper Moon demons on the big screen is an experience that fans love. Fans enjoyed watching the fight between Daki, Gyutaro, and the demon hunters on the big screen.

Furthermore, Demon Slayer has previously released movies in IMAX format. Witnessing the breathtaking fights from the Infinity Castle arc in the IMAX format will be an absolute treat to the eyes.

Time constraints and 3 other reasons why the Infinity Castle trilogy might not be a good idea

1) Time taken to produce three films

Time taken to conclude the Infinity Castle arc might affect the audience's perception of the series (Image via Ufotable)

Given that this is a trilogy of films, the time taken to conclude this arc will be long. Producing films for a series like Demon Slayer is a challenging task. Each film could take years to finish, which could be quite annoying for the fanbase.

However, if the series released the story arc in a season format, it could be split into two cours, saving a substantial amount of time.

2) Intervals between the films

The interval between each film could test the viewers' patience (Image via Ufotable)

The upcoming set of films to cover the Infinity Castle arc will not be released at the same time. The interval between each film could be upwards of 1.5 to 2 years. The story arc is expertly written, so the pacing is just right.

Long intervals between the films could negatively impact how the Demon Slayer series is perceived. This is another reason why a trilogy of films might not be ideal for a story arc like this. Once again, releasing the content in a weekly episode format would mitigate this issue.

3) A shift in format can change the perception of the series

A change in format might not have a positive effect on the viewing experience (Image via Ufotable)

Since the series's inception, content has been released in a weekly episode format. This is a formula that has been tried and tested for decades. Furthermore, the anime's seasonal nature also ensures no compromise in the overall quality.

The adage “Why fix something that isn’t broken” can be applied to this situation. The title has enjoyed incredible success over the past few years while releasing its content in the aforementioned format. A massive production like a trilogy comes with plenty of risks, which could present as barriers.

4) Availability and access

Not all fans will be able to access the movie upon its release (Image via Ufotable)

Anime movies undoubtedly have their own appeal. However, availability and access can be a problem. The prevalence of OTT platforms has improved this medium's reach since they are nominal and accessible to most people. However, presenting the Demon Slayer Infinity Castle arc as a trilogy of films could pose a problem to those living in areas that might not have the infrastructure to run these films.

The accessibility of the films hinges on distributors. Furthermore, the demand will be high due to the series' popularity. This could result in many fans missing out on watching the films.

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Edited by Shreya Das