Its been fun following Tanjiro Kamado and his friends as they prepare themselves for mortal conflict with the most powerful demon forces in the Taisho Period in Japan inDemon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc. While the story continues in anime,Crunchyroll has announcedthatDemon Slayer’s live-action stage adaptation, titledDemon Slayer - Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Stage, is now finally available to streamers internationally. Per a press release from the anime streaming service, the live-action stage performancehas become available for streaming as of August 19, 2025, with English subtitlesin the U.S., Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand. The musical adaptation initially ran in Japan from January 2020 to February 2020.
Demon Slayer - Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Stagewill be expertly brought to life by a stellar cast that includesRyota Kobayashias Tanjiro Kamado,Akari Takaishias his sister, Nezuko,Keisuke Uedaas Zenitsu Agatsuma,Yugo Satoas Inosuke Hashibira,Reo Hondaas Giyu Tomioka,Tomoyuki Takagias Sakonji Urokodaki,Shorias Sabito,Arisa Sonoharaas Makomo,Yuria KakizawaandKokoro Kugeas White-Haired Guide and Black-Haired Guide respectively,Mimi Maihaneas Tamayo,Hisanori Satoas Yushiro, andYoshihide Sasakiasthe Demon King, Muzan Kibutsuji. While the anime series is currently in its fourth season withthe Hashira Training Arc, the musical covers the first half ofDemon Slayer: Kimetsu no YaibaSeason 1. Chapters 1 to 19 of the manga series will be its focus, with theFinal Selection Arc,Kidnapper’s Bog ArcandAsakusa Arccovered in under 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Based on the best-selling Japanese manga byKoyoharu Gotogeof the same name, theDemon Slayeranime and musical adaptations follow a young boy named Tanjiro Kamado who is the only survivor after his entire family is slaughtered by demons. His younger sister, Nezuko, is turned into a demon, but she retains some of her humanity and emotions. Despite his plight, Tanjiro embarks on a mission to return his sister to her natural state, while exerting vengeance on the demons responsible for his fate.
The Anime Series Is Making Some Changes
The cast for the anime series includesNatsuki Hanaeas Tanjiro Kamado,Akari Kitôas Nezuko,Toshihiko Sekias Muzan Kibutsuji,Hiro Skimonoas Zenitsu, andYoshitsugu Matsuokaas Inosuke. Its fourth season will only run for eight episodes, shorter than previous seasons. However, the season’sfinal two episodes will feature extended run times. There is also, a chance that the anime series might wrap witha movie trilogyto finish the story.
You can stream allDemon Slayerseasons in Japanese and English on Crunchyroll. Previous seasons of the series are also available on Hulu and Netflix. The live-action adaptation is available to stream internationally on Crunchyroll from June 16, 2025.
Demon Slayer
A family is attacked by demons and only two members survive - Tanjiro and his sister Nezuko, who is turning into a demon slowly. Tanjiro sets out to become a demon slayer to avenge his family and cure his sister.
