The highly anticipated film “Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom” proved to be a hit in its previewattracting a total of 29,936 viewers and generating over 66.6 million yen in revenue during its first four days at the 51 IMAX theaters where it was shown in Japan. This preview generated a high level of excitement among fans, setting the stage for its official premiere on September 20.

What caught people's attention was not only the film's financial success, but also the demographic makeup of its audience. According to reports, 80% of the participants were men and most of them were in the age range of 30 to 50 years old, which has caused surprise among younger fans of the franchise.

Comments on social media and forums have reflected the surprise of many followers at this revelation. One user commented: «I thought this was an anime popular with teenagers and twenty-somethings, I didn't expect people in their 50s to be among the viewers as well!». This reflects the common perception that Overlord is a series aimed at a younger audience, but the data suggests otherwise.

Another user added: «The generation that consumes this type of content the most is the one that lived through the 'Ice Age' in Japan, which is why anime continues to sell». This comment references the idea that many longtime fans of Japanese animation, especially those who grew up in the 80s and 90s, continue to be a dominant force in the industry.

However, not all comments were positive. Some showed some disdain for older fans. One of the most striking messages read: «Seeing people in their 50s enjoying these animes makes me wonder how the audience has changed. It's a little disturbing.». While others defended the series for its mature storytelling: “Overlord has a complex and dark plot, designed to please a more adult audience, it is no surprise that those between 30 and 50 years old are the most interested».

The Overlord franchise, which began in 2015, has maintained a strong fan base over the years, attracting both new viewers and longtime fans who enjoy the dark tone and superhuman character of Ainz Ooal Gown. The success of the IMAX preview reinforces Overlord's position as one of the most popular series in the isekai genre, especially among more mature viewers.

Source: Yaraon!