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Tanjiro and his friends are back to fight more demons in the much-awaited third season of the Japanese fantasy anime series “Demon Slayer.”
But before you indulge in the latest season, revisit Tanjiro’s humble beginnings as he becomes a demon slayer, as all seasons of the popular anime series are now available on streaming services in Canada.
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What Is Demon Slayer About?
After a group of demons slaughtered the family of Tanjiro Kamado, he vowed to become a powerful demon slayer to avenge his family. Tanjiro also had to take care of his sister Nezuko, the only survivor of the massacre, who was turned into a demon. Throughout the series, Tanjiro went through rigorous training. He faced countless hostile demon slayers as he tried to find a cure for his sister and seek justice for his family.
The first season of “Demon Slayer” was released in 2019 and is currently in its third season. Due to its rapidly-growing popularity, “Demon Slayer” has spawned two spin-off films, “Demon Slayer: Mugen Train” and “Demon Slayer: To the Swordsmith Village.”
Who Are in the Cast and Production of Demon Slayer?
Japanese manga artist Koyoharu Gotouge created the manga “Demon Slayer,” while Ufotable, Inc. adapted the series for television. The cast of “Demon Slayer” also features a group of prolific Japanese voice actors, namely:
- Natsuki Hanae as Tanjiro Kamado
- Akari Kito as Nezuko Kamado
- Hiro Shimono as Zenitsu Agatsuma
- Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Inosuke Hashibara
What is the Rating for Demon Slayer?
“Demon Slayer” is rated PG (Parental Guidance) in Canada, which means the series might contain themes that are not suitable for young audiences.
How Many People Watch Demon Slayer?
“Demon Slayer’s” season three garnered over 15 million viewers, resulting in the show becoming the second most-watched TV show in Japan during the first week of its premiere.
How Are the Reviews for Demon Slayer?
“Demon Slayer” is well-loved by critics and fans due to its action-packed scenes and high-caliber animation mixed with emotional and comedic elements. The anime series scored100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 8.7/10 on IMDb. Here’s what critics say about Demon Slayer:
- “With stunning swordfights and supernatural powers, high stakes, a lot of heart, and even a fair amount of humor, the 26-episode first season has everything you need for your next anime binge-watch,” IGN Movies said.
- The Verge also said, “What’s rare about Demon Slayer’s adaptation is the consistency with which the animation and voice acting enhances the work, not just for specific important scenes, but every episode.”
Where to Watch Demon Slayer in Canada
You can watch all three seasons of “Demon Slayer” on several streaming platforms in Canada.
Is Demon Slayer Available on Streaming?
Netflix
“Demon Slayer” is available on Netflix Canada. To access the platform, subscribe to any of the following monthly plans:
| Plan | Price | Number of simultaneous screens | Streaming quality |
| Basic with ads | CAD$5.99 | 1 device | SD |
| Basic | CAD$9.99 | 1 device | HD |
| Standard | CAD$16.49 | 2 devices | HD |
| Premium | CAD$20.99 | 4 devices | Ultra HD |
You can stream Netflix’s content on different devices, such as smartphones, smart TVs, PCs, laptops, tablets, and game consoles. Netflix also lets you download shows and movies to your device for offline streaming.
You can also stream other Netflix originals on the platform, like “Bridgerton,” “Black Mirror,” “Sex Education,” and “Beef.”
Crunchyroll
“Demon Slayer” is also available on Crunchyroll, a streaming platform that specialize in manga and anime content. Subscribe to the following plans to stream “Demon Slayer”:
| Tier | Price |
| Fan (monthly) | CAD$7.99 |
| Mega Fan (monthly) | CAD$9.99 |
| Ultimate Fan (annual) | CAD$14.99 |
The paid subscriptions also give you free access to Crunchyroll’s digital manga library. Meanwhile, a free, ad-supported plan is also available for those who don’t wish to commit to a paid subscription.
You can stream thousands of anime titles on Crunchyroll, including popular ones like “One Piece,” “Attack on Titan,” “Haikyuu,” and “Naruto.”
Hulu
Alternatively, you can also watch “Demon Slayer” on Hulu. However, you would need to use a VPN service to access Hulu since it’s only available in the US. To stream via Hulu, subscribe to any of the following packages:
| Plan | Monthly Price |
| With ads | $7.99 |
| Ad-free | $14.99 |
| Hulu + Live TV, Disney + ESPN (with ads) | $69.99 |
| Hulu (ad-free) + Live TV, Disney (ad-free) + ESPN (with ads) | $82.99 |
Hulu also offers an ad-supported subscription for students for $1.99 monthly. You can also stream Hulu’s content on various devices, such as smartphones, smart TVs, laptops, gaming consoles, Amazon Fire Tablets, and Fire TV Stick.
Other Hulu originals you can stream on the platform are “The Great,” “The Dropout,” and “Only Murders in the Building.”
Is Demon Slayer Available for Rent (VOD)?
“Demon Slayer” is currently not available on video-on-demand services in Canada.
Is Demon Slayer Available on Cable or Free TV?
Previous seasons of “Demon Slayer” aired on Teletoon, a Canadian cartoon and animation channel.
Should I Use a VPN to Watch Demon Slayer?
You will only need to use a VPN if you want to watch via Hulu. Make sure to subscribe to a server located in the US and sign up for a Hulu account. Once you are connected, search for “Demon Slayer” in Hulu’s library and start streaming.
ExpressVPN, NordVPN, Surfshark, and Cyberghost are among the best VPN services for streaming.
Anime’s Next Big Thing
“Demon Slayer” is undoubtedly on its way to becoming anime’s next big thing as it continues to captivate more fans worldwide with its epic adventures and lessons on family and friendship.
You can binge-watch all seasons of “Demon Slayer” on your favorite streaming services in Canada.
