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

Sony Pictures has unveiled the release date for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, set to slash its way into US theaters on October 29, 2025. This exciting news was shared during Sony's CinemaCon presentation, where they confirmed securing worldwide theatrical rights, except for Japan, to bring Tatsuki Fujimoto's gripping tale to the big screen this fall. US audiences can mark their calendars for a late October premiere, while over 80 other countries will witness the film's debut on September 24, 2025. In Japan, Toho will handle the release starting 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 announcement of the Chainsaw Man movie came in December 2023, serving as a direct sequel to the MAPPA-produced anime that launched in 2022. The film continues the story of Denji, a young protagonist who gains a new lease on life after forming a pact with a Chainsaw Devil named Pochita. This unique bond grants him the ability to sprout chainsaws from various parts of his body, transforming him into the formidable Chainsaw Man.

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will introduce fans to Reze, a pivotal character from the original manga. The film is helmed by director Tatsuya Yoshihara and written by Hiroshi Seko. Fans will be thrilled to know that the entire voice cast from the anime series is returning to lend their talents to this cinematic adventure.

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Like many others, IGN was captivated by the first season of Chainsaw Man, giving it a stellar 9/10 rating in our review. To dive deeper into how Denji's chainsaw powers are captivating audiences, click here.