Trader consensus favors Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle as frontrunner for Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2026 Film of the Year at 52.5% implied probability, propelled by its record-shattering $739 million global box office—the highest-grossing anime film ever—and recent precursor triumphs like the Saturn Award for Best International Animated Feature in March. The April 2 nomination announcement ignited market activity, positioning Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc (37.5%) close behind on $175 million gross, MAPPA's acclaimed action, and rabid fanbase hype, while The Rose of Versailles (40%), Mononoke the Movie: Chapter II — The Ashes of Rage (39.5%), 100 Meters (39%), and Scarlet (36.5%) vie with strong critical reception and niche appeal in this tight field. Daily fan voting through April 14, weighted alongside judges, plus promotional campaigns, could shift dynamics before the May 23 ceremony.