Sony Pictures has exciting news for fans of Chainsaw Man – the anime film, titled "Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc," is set to hit US theaters on October 29, 2025. This announcement was made during Sony's CinemaCon presentation, where they revealed they've secured worldwide theatrical rights (excluding Japan) to bring Tatsuki Fujimoto's acclaimed work to audiences this fall. While US viewers can gear up for a late October premiere, over 80 other countries will see the film on September 24, 2025. Toho will manage the movie's release in Japan on September 19, 2025.
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The announcement of the Chainsaw Man movie came in December 2023, serving as a direct sequel to the 2022 MAPPA-produced anime series. The story continues to follow Denji, a young protagonist who gains a new lease on life after forming a pact with a Chainsaw Devil named Pochita. This partnership grants him the unique ability to transform parts of his body into chainsaws, evolving beyond his initial identity as a mere Chainsaw Man.
"Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc" will introduce audiences to Reze, a pivotal character from the original manga. The film is directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara and penned by Hiroshi Seko. Fans will be thrilled to know that the entire voice cast from the anime series is returning to reprise their roles in this cinematic venture.
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IGN gave the first season of Chainsaw Man a stellar 9/10 in our review, praising its unique blend of action and storytelling. To dive deeper into how Denji's chainsaw abilities have captivated audiences, you can click here.
