Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle leads the Film of the Year race at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards due to its record-breaking global box office haul exceeding $737 million and the franchise’s unmatched mainstream momentum. This commercial dominance has solidified trader consensus around its frontrunner status, outpacing critical favorites in a category where audience scale often influences voter sentiment. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc sits in a strong second with 96 percent positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes and solid $191 million earnings, fueled by its acclaimed animation and emotional depth, though its smaller scale limits broader appeal. With the ceremony set for late May, recent theatrical re-releases for Demon Slayer and Chainsaw Man’s spring streaming debut could provide final momentum shifts before votes lock in.