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The clock above counts down to Chainsaw Man: The Movie - Reze Arc, MAPPA's theatrical follow-up to Chainsaw Man Season 1, expected in 2026.
Chainsaw Man: The Movie - Reze Arc is the theatrical feature continuing MAPPA's adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga. The film adapts the Reze Arc — one of the most beloved chapters of the manga — and bridges Season 1 and the next television installment. Director Ryu Nakayama returns with composer Kensuke Ushio. Sony Pictures and Crunchyroll handle global theatrical and streaming distribution.
The Reze Arc introduces the explosive Bomb Devil and one of the manga's most emotionally pivotal storylines for protagonist Denji, with action sequences widely considered series highlights.
Reze Arc adaptation focused on Denji's first major romantic arc, the Bomb Devil reveal, and the Public Safety Devil Hunter team's first encounter with international Devil Hunters. MAPPA's animation style — a heavy use of rotoscoping and cinematic framing in Season 1 — is expected to peak in the theatrical-budget context.
Chainsaw Man: The Movie - Reze Arc opens in Japanese theaters in 2026, with international markets following a few weeks later through Sony Pictures and Crunchyroll. IMAX and premium-large-format presentations are expected at flagship cinemas.
For more 2026 anime theatrical countdowns, see the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Part 2 countdown. For more 2026 anime season countdowns, see the Spy x Family Season 3 countdown and the Solo Leveling Season 3 countdown.
When does the Reze Arc movie release? 2026, with Japan opening first followed by international rollout. Is the Season 1 cast back? Yes — Kikunosuke Toya returns as Denji along with the rest of the principal cast. Will there be a Season 2? Yes — the next television installment is expected after the film. Where can I watch? Theatrical worldwide, with Crunchyroll handling streaming distribution after the theatrical window.
