The English live-action adaptation of Kakegurui has finally revealed its star-studded cast for the upcoming series titled Bet. Based on the popular Japanese manga, Kakegurui follows a thrilling world of gambling, high stakes, and intense competition. With the announcement of the main cast, fans of the original manga and anime series are eager to see how the beloved characters will come to life in this exciting new version.
Bet, the live-action spin-off of Kakegurui, will be brought to screens with an all-star ensemble. Simon Barry, the talented showrunner behind the series, is leading the charge to bring Kakegurui’s twisted and fascinating world to a broader audience. The live-action series will the dark and strategic world of gambling, just like its anime counterpart, but with a fresh and engaging take.
Expanding the Kakegurui Universe
Kakegurui
The live-action series of Kakegurui stars Miku Martineau, Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O’Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo, and Ryan Sutherland. These talented actors will take on the roles of characters that fans have come to love and expect. Their performances will bring depth and intrigue to the already thrilling universe of Kakegurui.
The original anime adaptation aired in 2017, with a second season titled Kakegurui ×× following in 2019. The series has also been available to stream on Netflix since 2018, allowing global audiences to experience the adrenaline-pumping world of the academy.
Kakegurui
A spin-off series, Kakegurui Twin, debuted in 2022, further expanding the Kakegurui universe. This latest live-action adaptation, Bet, will provide an exciting new chapter for fans of the franchise. As the cast prepares to bring this intense world to life, Kakegurui continues to prove that it is one of the most enduring anime-to-live-action adaptations in recent years.
Fans of Demon Slayer are in for an exciting treat with the announcement of the release date for the first movie in the Infinity Castle Arc. The highly anticipated movie is set to take the story further, expanding the Demon Slayer universe even more. The official release date for the movie will be revealed during a special event streamed live for fans around the world.
Scheduled for March 1, 2025, at 7 PM JST, the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc Squad Gathering event will serve as the main venue for this major announcement. The event promises a fun and engaging experience for fans, with special guests and exciting activities lined up. This is one event that fans of the series won’t want to miss.
What is the Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Arc Movie?
Mitsuri, Tanjiro, and Tokito
The Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc Squad Gathering will be streamed for free on Aniplex’s official YouTube channel, making it accessible for fans everywhere. The event will kick off with an opening ceremony featuring a star-studded lineup of voice actors, including Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro Kamado), Akari Kito (Nezuko Kamado), Hiro Shimono (Zenitsu Agatsuma), and Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (Inosuke Hashibira). Fans can look forward to hearing from their favorite voice actors, adding a personal touch to the event.
Along with the opening ceremony, the event will feature fan-focused activities that are bound to create a fun atmosphere. One of the highlights is the wanko soba eating challenge, where participants will compete in a traditional Japanese food challenge. Additionally, there will be a Demon Slayer trivia quiz, allowing fans to test their knowledge of the series, its characters, and its plot.
The Infinity Castle Arc is the next major story arc in the Demon Slayer series, following the events of the Mugen Train movie and the Entertainment District Arc. This new movie is based on the manga series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and will take viewers deeper into the journey of Tanjiro and his friends as they face even greater challenges.
Tanjiro and Nezuko (Ufotable)
The Demon Slayer franchise has become a worldwide phenomenon since its debut. The first movie, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train, was released in 2020 and broke box office records. Fans can expect the Infinity Castle Arc movie to continue the legacy, offering more intense battles, emotional moments, and stunning animation.
Set during Japan’s Taishō era, Demon Slayer follows Tanjiro Kamado, whose family is killed by demons and whose sister Nezuko becomes one. To avenge his family and find a cure, Tanjiro joins the Demon Slayer Corps alongside allies Zenitsu and Inosuke, battling demons with unique “Breathing”-based swordsmanship. The series intensifies through televised seasons and films like Mugen Train, adapting arcs through Swordsmith Village and Hashira Training, leading up to the final Infinity Castle arc.
