MAPPA unveiled a new trailer for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc during its Anime Expo 2025 panel, offering fans a first look at the highly anticipated cinematic adaptation of the Reze storyline from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s original manga. Accompanying the trailer is the announcement that acclaimed singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu will return to the franchise to perform the movie’s theme song titled “IRIS OUT.”
CHAINSAW MAN – THE MOVIE: REZE ARC – Official Trailer (HD)
Chainsaw Man Reze Movie Global Release Information
The film is scheduled for a September 19, 2025 release in Japan, followed by a global theatrical rollout in over 80 countries beginning September 24. Audiences in the United States and the United Kingdom will be able to watch the film in theaters starting October 29, 2025. Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired the worldwide theatrical rights to the film and is handling its distribution internationally.
Reze Arc Plot Overview
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc adapts one of the most emotionally impactful arcs in the manga. The story picks up as Denji, now a devil hunter for Special Division 4, experiences a moment of ordinary happiness after a date with Makima. Seeking shelter from the rain, he meets a mysterious girl named Reze, who works at a local café. Their chance encounter quickly unfolds into a gripping and tragic conflict that blends romantic tension with psychological depth and supernatural action.
MAPPA describes the film as a critical moment in Denji’s journey—one that explores themes of identity, betrayal, and the fine line between human connection and devilish manipulation.
Chainsaw Man Staff and Production
The film brings back much of the creative talent responsible for the Chainsaw Man television anime, ensuring continuity in style and tone. The key staff includes:
- Director: Tatsuya Yoshihara (TV anime storyboarder and episode director)
- Screenwriter: Hiroshi Seko (returning from the TV series)
- Character Design: Kazutaka Sugiyama
- Music Composition: Kensuke Ushio
- Assistant Director: Masato Nakazono
- Devil Design: Riki Matsuura, Kiyotaka Oshiyama
- Action Animation Director: Sōta Shigetsugu
- Costume Design: Aya Yamamoto
- Studio: MAPPA
- Distribution (Japan): TOHO
The voice cast includes Reina Ueda, who joins the film as Reze, a character central to the emotional arc of the movie. Additional cast members from the TV series are expected to reprise their roles.
Context and Franchise Legacy
The Chainsaw Man television anime premiered in October 2022 and quickly became a global success, praised for its animation quality, narrative maturity, and bold stylistic direction. The series was streamed in over 200 countries and territories via Crunchyroll and was produced by MAPPA, known for its work on titles such as Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan: The Final Season, and Vinland Saga Season 2.
The manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto originally debuted in Weekly Shonen Jump in December 2018. Its first part, known as the “Public Safety Arc,” concluded in 2020. The second part, titled the “School Arc,” began serialization on Shonen Jump+ in July 2022. The manga has won the Harvey Award for Best Manga for three consecutive years and continues to be recognized for its innovative storytelling and psychological depth.
Anticipation and Cultural Impact
The Reze Arc is widely considered one of the most powerful storylines in Chainsaw Man, balancing brutal action sequences with themes of vulnerability and manipulation. The character of Reze adds a new layer to Denji’s character development and marks a turning point in the narrative. Fans of the manga have long awaited a proper adaptation of this arc, and MAPPA’s decision to give it the theatrical treatment highlights its importance within the broader story.
With the return of Kenshi Yonezu, who previously contributed to the anime’s success with the opening theme “Kick Back,” and a high-profile international release strategy, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is positioned to become one of the most talked-about anime films of 2025.
Streaming and Manga Availability
The original Chainsaw Man anime is available for streaming on Crunchyroll. The manga is licensed and published in English by VIZ Media and is also available digitally on MANGA Plus by Shueisha.
