"Chainsaw Man Movie Hits U.S. Theaters in October"

Sony Pictures has set the stage for anime enthusiasts with the announcement of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, slated to slice into US theaters on October 29, 2025. The exciting news broke during Sony's CinemaCon presentation, where they revealed securing worldwide theatrical rights, excluding Japan, to bring Tatsuki Fujimoto's gripping narrative to the big screen this fall. Fans in the US can mark their calendars for a late October viewing, while over 80 other countries will witness the film's premiere on September 24, 2025. Toho, on the other hand, will handle the release in Japan on September 19, 2025.

Sony Pictures and MAPPA are bringing Chainsaw Man: The Movie to theatres October 29! #ChainsawManMovie pic.twitter.com/Crh5auT3jw

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The anticipation for this cinematic journey began back in December 2023 when the Chainsaw Man movie was announced. This film serves as a direct sequel to the MAPPA-produced anime series that captured audiences' hearts in 2022. The story follows Denji, a young protagonist who gains a new lease on life after forming a pact with the Chainsaw Devil dog, Pochita. This alliance endows him with the remarkable ability to sprout chainsaws from his body, propelling him from a mere human to the iconic Chainsaw Man.

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc introduces the pivotal character Reze, a significant figure from the original manga that the anime is adapted from. Under the direction of Tatsuya Yoshihara and penned by Hiroshi Seko, the movie promises to stay true to its source material. The entire voice cast from the series is set to return, ensuring fans hear the familiar voices of their favorite characters once more.

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The buzz around Chainsaw Man's first season was palpable, with IGN awarding it a stellar 9/10 in our review. The series has already made a significant impact on viewers, with Denji's chainsaw abilities becoming a focal point of discussion. For a deeper dive into how this anime has captivated audiences, you can find more details here.