Discontents Surface among Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Admirers due to Channing Tatum's Selection for the English Dub of the Anime Film
In the world of anime, the casting of Hollywood stars in popular series is not a new phenomenon. However, the recent announcement of Channing Tatum's involvement in the English dub of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle has sparked a heated debate among fans and voice actors alike.
Channing Tatum, known for his roles in movies like Deadpool and Wolverine, has been cast as Keizo in the upcoming Demon Slayer movie. This decision has left many fans confused, with opinions ranging from excitement to concern about the impact on the anime voice acting industry.
One fan on Twitter expressed feeling slighted by Tatum's casting, stating, "I feel like I'm being replaced by a Hollywood celebrity." Another fan pointed out that what if Tatum does a "completely fine and normal job" in the movie, but still worries that his high profile might overshadow the established, often unionized voice cast.
Some English-language voice actors are not happy about Tatum's casting, fearing that it might lead to US dubbing companies phasing out experienced anime dub actors for Hollywood talent. This concern is shared by another fan, who commented, "I'm worried that this could be the beginning of a trend where Hollywood stars are prioritized over experienced voice actors."
However, other Demon Slayer heads believe that Tatum deserves a chance in the movie. They argue that his involvement could attract a broader audience to the anime, potentially boosting its popularity.
From an industry perspective, Tatum’s participation represents a notable blending of Western celebrity culture with Japanese anime, highlighting anime’s growing global appeal and status. Crunchyroll (owned by Sony Pictures) facilitated this crossover. While this move could raise anime’s profile and attract a broader audience, there are concerns about pay disparities between celebrity talents and traditional voice actors.
This tension underscores broader debates in the English-language voice acting community about fair pay, union protections, and the increasing involvement of celebrities in anime dubs, which historically relied on specialized voice actors.
In summary, fan opinions vary from supportive due to Tatum's fan motivation and potential for wider exposure, to critical based on fears of cultural erosion and inequity in voice acting pay. The casting illustrates a pivotal moment for the English-language anime voice industry, as it must balance celebrity involvement with respect for voice actors’ craftsmanship and industry standards.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is set to hit US and UK cinemas on September 12, 2025. The movie follows Tanjiro Kamado as he tries to save the head of the Corps, facing his biggest challenge yet in a demon's stronghold known as the Infinity Castle. The movie is directed by Haruo Sotozaki and features 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 Tomikoa, and Erika Harlacher as Shinobu Kocho reprising their roles from the anime.
References: 1. Anime News Network 2. Polygon 3. The Hollywood Reporter
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