Sony Pictures has thrilling news for anime fans: Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is set to slash its way into US theaters on October 29, 2025. This exciting announcement came during Sony's CinemaCon presentation, revealing that they have secured worldwide theatrical distribution rights, excluding Japan, to bring Tatsuki Fujimoto's beloved work to the big screen this fall. American audiences can mark their calendars for the late October premiere, while over 80 other countries will enjoy the film starting September 24, 2025. Toho will handle the Japanese release on September 19, 2025.
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The announcement of the Chainsaw Man movie in December 2023 set the stage for this eagerly awaited sequel to the MAPPA-produced anime that debuted in 2022. The story follows the protagonist Denji, who, after a life-altering deal with a Chainsaw Devil named Pochita, gains the extraordinary ability to transform parts of his body into chainsaws. This newfound power propels him from a simple life to becoming the iconic Chainsaw Man.
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will spotlight the new character Reze, a significant figure from the original manga. Directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara and penned by Hiroshi Seko, the film brings back the entire voice cast from the anime series, ensuring fans will hear their favorite characters once again.
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Like many others, IGN was captivated by the first season of Chainsaw Man, giving it a stellar 9/10 in our review. To delve deeper into how Denji's chainsaw abilities are captivating audiences, click here.
