Chainsaw Man Film Debuts in U.S. Cinemas This October

Sony Pictures has confirmed the Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will slash its way into U.S. theaters on October 29, 2025.

The studio revealed the news during its CinemaCon presentation, securing global theatrical rights (excluding Japan) for this adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's acclaimed manga. While international audiences will see the film premiere on September 24, 2025 across 80+ countries, Japanese viewers will get it first on September 19 via Toho.

Sony Pictures and MAPPA are bringing Chainsaw Man: The Movie to theatres October 29! #ChainsawManMovie

— Chainsaw Man EN (@Chainsaw\_EN) April 1, 2025

Announced in December 2023, this film serves as a direct follow-up to MAPPA's hit 2022 anime adaptation. The story follows Denji, a down-on-his-luck teenager who gains extraordinary chainsaw abilities after merging with his devil-dog companion Pochita, transforming into the ultimate hybrid warrior.

The Reze Arc movie introduces the fan-favorite manga character Reze into the anime canon. Veteran director Tatsuya Yoshihara and writer Hiroshi Seko helm the project, with the original voice cast returning to reprise their roles.

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Like countless fans worldwide, IGN praised Chainsaw Man's debut season with a 9/10 rating in our review. For more on how Denji's visceral action and emotional journey captivated audiences, explore our coverage.