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

Sony Pictures has thrilling news for anime fans, announcing the release date for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, set to slice into US theaters on October 29, 2025. The announcement was made during Sony's CinemaCon presentation, where they revealed their acquisition of worldwide theatrical rights (excluding Japan) to bring Tatsuki Fujimoto's acclaimed work to the big screen this fall. US viewers can mark their calendars for late October, while over 80 other countries will witness its premiere on September 24, 2025. In Japan, Toho will manage the film's release 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 the Chainsaw Man movie has been building since its announcement in December 2023. This cinematic venture is a direct sequel to the 2022 MAPPA-produced anime series. It follows the story of 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 extraordinary ability to sprout chainsaws from various parts of his body, propelling him on a path to become more than just a Chainsaw Man.

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will introduce fans to Reze, a significant character from the original manga that the anime is adapted from. Directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara and penned by Hiroshi Seko, the movie brings back the entire voice cast from the series to reprise their roles, ensuring continuity and familiarity for fans.

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Like countless others, IGN was captivated by the first season of Chainsaw Man, awarding it a stellar 9/10 in our review. To delve deeper into how Denji's unique chainsaw abilities are resonating with audiences, click here.