Demon Slayer had one of the most commercially successful years of any anime in history in 2025, but even the formidable franchise couldn't take down Jujutsu Kaisen in one surprising area. Demon Slayer and Jujutsu Kaisen are two of the best shōnen series of the modern day , and they're often competing for the top spot in a lot of areas.
When people look back at shōnen in the 2020s, Demon Slayer and Jujutsu Kaisen will be two of the first franchises that pop up. They're both amazing series willing to go where other franchises aren't, showcasing some of the darkest, most brutal stories in the medium masterfully.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution may be a contender vying for Demon Slayer's crown at the box office, but before then, there's a top spot that Jujutsu Kaisen has alre

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