"Chainsaw Man Movie Hits U.S. Theaters in October: Denji and Reze Unleashed"

Sony Pictures has exciting news for fans of the acclaimed anime series, Chainsaw Man. They've officially announced that Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will hit US theaters on October 29, 2025. This announcement was made during Sony's CinemaCon presentation, where it was revealed that they have acquired worldwide theatrical distribution rights, excluding Japan, for this eagerly awaited film.

The movie is set to premiere in over 80 countries starting September 24, 2025, with Japan getting an exclusive early release on September 19, 2025, courtesy of Toho. This global rollout promises to bring the thrilling continuation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga to a wide audience.

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

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The Chainsaw Man movie, first announced in December 2023, is a direct sequel to the MAPPA-produced anime that debuted in 2022. It continues the story of Denji, a young man who, after a life-altering deal with a Chainsaw Devil named Pochita, gains the ability to transform parts of his body into chainsaws. This power propels him into a world far beyond his previous existence as a simple Chainsaw Man.

The film, titled Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, introduces a new character, Reze, who plays a significant role in the original manga. Directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara and written by Hiroshi Seko, the movie brings back the entire voice cast from the anime series to reprise their roles, ensuring continuity and familiarity for fans.

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11 ImagesIGN has already expressed its admiration for the first season of Chainsaw Man, giving it a stellar 9/10 in our review. To delve deeper into how Denji's unique chainsaw abilities have captivated audiences, click here.