The Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom anime film made an impressive debut in the United States, earning a total of US$1.16 million in its opening weekend. The film ranked #12 in the box office, showcasing its popularity among audiences. Crunchyroll released the film in North America on November 8, drawing in a significant audience.
In Japan, the film performed even better, ranking #2 in its opening weekend. With 198,000 tickets sold and a total earning of 317,859,004 yen (approximately US$2.19 million), the film saw great success in its home country. The film had both regular screenings and IMAX screenings, with a total of 270,000 tickets sold and a cumulative total earning of 457 million yen (about US$3.15 million) during the opening weekend from September 20-22. As of October 13, the film has earned a total of 910,185,100 yen (approximately US$6.09 million) in Japan.
Directed by Naoyuki Itou at Madhouse, the film features returning talents such as Yukie Sugawara for script collaboration, Satoshi Tasaki as character designer, and Fumiyuki Go as the sound director. Shūji Katayama composed the music for the film at Kadokawa Animation. The success of the film both in the US and Japan highlights the popularity and appeal of the Overlord franchise to fans worldwide.
Overall, the film’s strong performance at the box office is a testament to the dedicated fan base of the Overlord series and its ability to captivate audiences with its thrilling storyline and captivating characters. With its impressive debut, the Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom anime film continues to solidify its position as a beloved and successful franchise in the world of anime.
