Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc
25 September 2025
|Japanese
Director:
Tatsuya Yoshihara
Cast:
Kikunosuke Toya, Tomori Kusunoki, Shôgo Sakata
Genre:
Action, Animation, Comedy, Horror, Fantasy
Language:
Japanese
Movie Rating:
18
Release Date:
2025-09-25
Subtitles:
Bahasa Melayu, Mandarin, English
Runtime:
100 minutes
Synopsis
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is a Japanese animated dark fantasy action film produced by MAPPA and directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara. The film serves as a direct sequel to the first season of the Chainsaw Man anime series. The screenplay is written by Hiroshi Seko, based on the original manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto.
The story follows Denji, who has become "Chainsaw Man" after merging with a Devil's heart and now works as a Devil Hunter in Special Division 4. After a date with Makima, the woman he admires, Denji takes shelter from the rain and meets Reze, a girl working in a café. The film explores their encounter and the deeper conflicts that arise from Reze’s mysterious background, continuing the dark and intense narrative of the Chainsaw Man universe.
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About Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc And Release Date
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc adapts one of the most anticipated storylines from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga. It continues directly after the first season of the anime, shifting focus to Denji’s encounter with Reze, a mysterious girl who plays a central role in this arc.
The film is produced by MAPPA, the studio behind the anime series, with Tatsuya Yoshihara directing and Hiroshi Seko writing the screenplay. Kensuke Ushio returns to compose the score, maintaining continuity in tone and atmosphere.
Key Japanese voice cast includes:
- Kikunosuke Toya as Denji
- Reina Ueda as Reze
- Fairouz Ai as Power
- Tomori Kusunoki as Makima
- Shogo Sakata as Aki Hayakawa
The movie premiered in Japan on September 19, 2025, distributed by Toho. It screened in IMAX theaters across the country, highlighting its cinematic scale.
International releases follow shortly after. Select Asian markets began showing the film on September 24, 2025, with Europe and other regions rolling out in October. The United States release is set for October 24, 2025, through Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Releasing.
For quick reference:
| Region | Release Date | Distributor |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | September 19, 2025 | Toho |
| Asia (select) | September 24, 2025 | Crunchyroll/Sony Pictures |
| Europe | Late October 2025 | Crunchyroll/Sony Pictures |
| United States | October 24, 2025 | Crunchyroll/Sony Pictures |
Voice Actor And Characters For Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc
The film continues with the returning Japanese cast from the television series. Kikunosuke Toya once again voices Denji, bringing consistency to the character’s chaotic yet earnest personality. Tomori Kusunoki reprises Makima, while Shôgo Sakata returns as Aki Hayakawa.
Power is voiced by Ai Fairouz, maintaining the same energy fans came to expect from the series. Reze, central to this arc, is voiced by Reina Ueda, marking her first appearance in the Chainsaw Man adaptation. Shiori Izawa also returns to voice Pochita.
Supporting devils and hunters are also represented by familiar names. Natsuki Hanae voices Beam (Shark Fiend), Maaya Uchida takes on Angel Devil, Yûya Uchida plays the Violence Fiend, and Karin Takahashi voices Kobeni Higashiyama.
The English dub features a different lineup, produced by Crunchyroll. Ryan Colt Levy voices Denji, Sarah Wiedenheft plays Power, Reagan Murdock takes on Aki, Suzie Yeung voices Makima, and Alexis Tipton portrays Reze.
| Character | Japanese Voice Actor | English Voice Actor |
|---|---|---|
| Denji | Kikunosuke Toya | Ryan Colt Levy |
| Makima | Tomori Kusunoki | Suzie Yeung |
| Aki | Shôgo Sakata | Reagan Murdock |
| Power | Ai Fairouz | Sarah Wiedenheft |
| Reze | Reina Ueda | Alexis Tipton |
| Pochita | Shiori Izawa | Lindsay Seidel |
This blend of returning voices and new additions ensures continuity while highlighting the importance of Reze’s role in the story.