Demon Slayer

Based on Koyoharu Gotouge's shonen manga, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is an action anime set in Japan during the early 20th century. Seeking revenge for the murder of his family while also looking to save his sister, Tanjiro joins the Demon Slayer Corps as they try to eradicate Demons led by Muzan.

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Demon Slayer
Release Date
April 6, 2019
Network
Adult Swim

Japanese Title
Kimetsu no Yaiba
Studio
ufotable
Seasons
4
Number of Episodes
63
Based On
Manga
Creator
Koyoharu Gotoge
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Demon Slayer: 9 Best Characters, Ranked

Demon Slayer is full of great characters, but the following nine stand out as the best.

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Demon Slayer: 8 Smartest Characters In The Anime, Ranked

These characters from the Demon Slayer anime are undeniably smart and are capable of outwitting other characters with their smarts.

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Demon Slayer: Inosuke's Strongest Attacks & Abilities

Demon Slayer's Inosuke is not to be trifled with, and these attacks prove it.

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10 Demon Slayer Characters With The Most Kills

In the Demon Slayer franchise, these characters have claimed the most lives.

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Demon Slayer: Zenitsu's Strongest Attacks & Abilities

Zenitsu might not appear to be the type to possess many talents at first glance. However, here are some of his strongest.

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9 Most Iconic Anime Characters With Split Personality

With these characters, their outward personas conceal the fact that they actually have two distinct identities.

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Demon Slayer: Who is Giyu Tomioka?

The silent yet deadly Giyu Tomioka is one of the powerful swordsmen in Demon Slayer, but who is he really?

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The World-Building & Mythology of the Demon Slayer Universe

How does world-building & mythology make the Demon Slayer Universe filled with richness?

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Demon Slayer: All Beast Breathing Techniques, Explained

The best techniques that Beast Breathing users can employ in Demon Slayer can be devastating, allowing users to decimate their opponents in style.

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New Demon Slayer Trailer Reveals Premier Date and Theme Song

The next season of Demon Slayer will premier in the Spring Anime Season, and now we know exactly when. And as a bonus, we get to hear the new them.

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The 7 Most Iconic Anime Ninjas

There have been plenty of great examples over the years, but the best anime ninjas always find ways to really set themselves apart from the rest.

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Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village Opening Weekend Dominates Japanese Theatres

The highly anticipated Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village has premiered in Japan, and doing amazingly at the box office.

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Best Anime Movies (February 2023)

Anime series tend to hog the limelight, but there are plenty of great films out there too. What are the best anime movies ever?

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Demon Slayer: Why Does Tanjiro's Teacher Never Take Off His Mask?

Tanjiro's teacher infamously never removes his mask. What's the reason behind it?

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Are Demon Slayer's Elemental Effects Canon?

While the effects that come with Demon Slayer’s swordplay are an iconic part of the series, they might not actually be real within the story itself.

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Demon Slayer: How Strong Is Tanjiro?

Tanjiro has shown some great potential throughout his adventures so far. Just how strong is he compared to other characters?

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10 Anime Characters Who Rarely Speak

The fact that these anime characters rarely speak adds a sense of mystery, endearment, or intrigue that makes them stand out from the crowd.

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8 Most Iconic Introverted Anime Characters

Fans tend to adore more reserved characters, and these figures stick out in that crowd.

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8 Bubbly Anime Characters Who Are Deadly

It's not uncommon for a bubbly and kind character to be one of the deadliest characters in stories, like these anime characters

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Demon Slayer: 8 Moments The Anime Must Get Right

These moments from the Demon Slayer Manga deserve a satisfying adaptation since they are among the best scenes in the series.