It has been nearly three years since Chainsaw Man first thrilled audiences, and now, the highly anticipated Reze Arc movie is officially set to hit U.S. theaters on October 29, 2025. Studio MAPPA and Sony Pictures will debut the film a month after its Japanese release, ensuring that fans worldwide won’t have to wait long for the next phase in Denji’s chaotic journey.
The movie picks up directly after Season One’s final scene, portraying one of the most beloved arcs from the original manga. A teaser trailer released earlier this week gives fans insight into the action-packed and emotionally intense story ahead. With a mix of romance, betrayal, and high-energy battles, the Reze Arc promises to be an unforgettable addition to the Chainsaw Man universe.
A New Visual Style and Direction for Chainsaw Man’s Return
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— Chainsaw Man EN (@Chainsaw_EN) April 1, 2025
Unlike Season One’s muted cinematic approach, Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc adopts a more vivid and manga-accurate aesthetic. This shift comes with a major change behind the scenes—director Ryu Nakayama has departed MAPPA to establish his own studio, leaving Tatsuya Yoshihara in charge of the movie’s direction. Known for his work on Black Clover, Yoshihara brings a fresh perspective while staying true to the franchise’s core themes.
The newly revealed character designs closely resemble Tatsuki Fujimoto’s original manga, giving the movie a more stylized and dynamic look. Fans have already responded positively to this change, eagerly waiting to see how the film brings the Reze Arc to life.
With Chainsaw Man finally making its long-awaited return, the Reze Arc movie is set to reignite the excitement that made the anime one of the biggest hits of 2022. Whether it leads to an eventual Season Two remains to be seen, but for now, the countdown to October 29 has officially begun.
