Crunchyroll has released an exclusive behind-the-scenes video showcasing the English dub cast of the highly anticipated Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle film, which is set to premiere in U.S. and Canadian theaters on September 12, 2025. The featurette provides fans with a glimpse into the recording process, notably highlighting Hollywood actor Channing Tatum’s debut in the anime as the voice of Keizo.
Channing Tatum Joins Star-Studded English Dub Cast
Channing Tatum, known for his roles in major blockbusters like 21 Jump Street and Magic Mike, is making his anime voice acting debut as Keizo in the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle film. His casting was revealed by Crunchyroll on August 11, 2025, alongside Rebecca Wang, who voices Koyuki. Tatum’s involvement is expected to draw new audiences to the franchise, with Executive Vice President of Global Commerce at Crunchyroll, Mitchel Berger, expressing excitement about welcoming the actor who discovered his love for Demon Slayer through watching the series with his daughter.
Keizo, a character not yet introduced in the anime, plays a crucial role in the tragic backstory of the Upper Rank Three demon Akaza. In his human life, Keizo served as a mentor to Akaza, then known as Hakuji, and was the father of Koyuki, who would later become Hakuji’s wife. This narrative thread promises to delve deeper into Akaza’s motivations and the humanity underlying his descent into villainy, as the Infinity Castle film will explore his personal history more extensively.
Behind the Mic: The English Dubbing Experience
The newly released behind-the-scenes video from Crunchyroll offers a unique look at the voice actors at work, capturing the energy and dedication that goes into bringing the beloved characters to life in English. Alongside Channing Tatum as Keizo, the featurette showcases returning fan-favorite cast members, including Zach Aguilar as Tanjiro Kamado, Abby Trott as Nezuko Kamado, Aleks Le as Zenitsu Agatsuma, Bryce Papenbrook as Inosuke Hashibira, Johnny Yong Bosch as Giyu Tomioka, Lucien Dodge as Akaza, and Alejandro Saab as Kaigaku.
Veteran voice actors like Johnny Yong Bosch (Giyu’s English VA) have spoken about the “bittersweet” feeling of heading into Demon Slayer‘s final arc, while Zach Aguilar (Tanjiro’s English VA) described the experience as “epicness,” feeling like “walking into the fire with epic music playing.” The cast’s performances are celebrated for their iconic contributions to the franchise’s global popularity.
The Infinity Castle Saga: A Pivotal Cinematic Event
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle is the first of a three-part cinematic trilogy that will adapt the manga’s climactic final battle. The film continues the narrative following the “Hashira Training Arc,” with the Demon Slayer Corps preparing for their ultimate confrontation with Muzan Kibutsuji. The story sees Tanjiro and the Hashira plunged into the mysterious Infinity Castle, the demons’ stronghold, where the final battle ignites.
The film, directed by Haruo Sotozaki with animation by ufotable, opened in Japan on July 18, 2025. Its theatrical release in the United States and Canada on September 12, 2025, will include IMAX and premium large format theaters, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Early predictions suggest the Infinity Castle film could potentially surpass records set by previous anime releases.
