Kenya, Sept. 14 -- The urination incident at an Arizona theatre has horrified anime enthusiasts after a man allegedly urinated on nearby patrons, including a young child, during a screening of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle" on September 12, 2025, turning a thrilling premiere into a nightmarish brawl captured on viral video. The disturbance erupted amid an intense fight scene featuring the beloved character Zenitsu Agatsuma, with outraged attendees confronting the perpetrator, leading to a physical altercation that spread across social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, amassing millions of views and sparking debates on theatre etiquette and public safety at movie screenings.
Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle", the first instalment in a highly anticipated trilogy adapting the manga's climactic arc, drew packed houses across Arizona theatres, including the AMC in Tempe, where the incident occurred.
Fans had gathered eagerly for the film's September 12 release, produced by Ufotable and distributed by Crunchyroll and Aniplex, featuring Tanjiro Kamado and the Hashira battling Upper Rank demons in the labyrinthine Infinity Castle.
About 45 minutes into the story's high-stakes action, which featured Zenitsu's electrifying swordplay against formidable foes, the audience became tense when a man in row five suddenly stood up, unzipped, and directed a stream towards adjacent seats.
Screams echoed as urine soaked clothing and popcorn, prompting a mother shielding her eight-year-old daughter to leap up, yelling, "What the hell is wrong with you?" The video, shaky but clear, shows the chaos unfolding: patrons shoving the man, who slurred incoherently before swinging wildly, escalating into punches and spilt drinks before ushers intervened.
Eyewitnesses described the theatre descending into pandemonium, with some fleeing mid-scene and others demanding refunds amid the stench and scuffle.
The clip, first posted by a bystander named @AnimeFanAZ, captures the raw fury, including a father's attempt to drag the offender away while shouting for security. No injuries were reported beyond minor bruises, but the emotional toll lingers, especially for families drawn to the film's themes of protection and camaraderie.
Social media reactions poured in, with users sharing tips on spotting disruptive behaviour during anime movie premieres and calling for stricter bag checks or assigned seating to prevent incidents of urination in Arizona theatres.
Anime communities on Reddit and Discord condemned the act as a stain on fandom culture, while some members speculated about the man's intoxication, although those details remain unconfirmed.
As of September 14, 2025, theatre officials at the AMC chain and local law enforcement in Tempe have issued no statements, leaving questions about arrests or bans unanswered and heightening concerns for future screenings. The incident underscores the vulnerabilities of packed venues during big releases like "Infinity Castle", where excitement can mask brewing disruptions.
With the trilogy's subsequent parts slated for 2026, fans hope for enhanced protocols to safeguard the immersive experience that draws millions to Demon Slayer's epic battles.
In the wake of this Arizona theatre urination incident, the anime world rallies for better crowd management at screenings, ensuring that moments like Zenitsu's heroic stands remain untainted by real-world indecency. As investigations quietly proceed without public updates, the focus turns to healing for affected patrons and preventing repeats, preserving the joy of shared storytelling in cinemas across the state.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.