Tatsuki Fujimoto’s highly popular manga series, Chainsaw Man, has once again demonstrated its dominant appeal, with its 19th volume securing the top position on Circana BookScan’s Top 20 adult graphic novels list for October in the U.S. The announcement, released on November 17, highlights the series’ enduring popularity and the continued strength of the manga market in North America.
Chainsaw Man Volume 19 Leads a Manga-Dominated Chart
The 19th volume of Chainsaw Man spearheaded a list heavily populated by Japanese manga titles, underscoring the genre’s significant presence in the U.S. graphic novel landscape. The October chart featured an impressive 17 manga volumes within the top 20, showcasing a diverse range of popular series. Other notable entries included Yukinobu Tatsu’s Dandadan volume 15 at #2, Koyoharu Gotouge’s Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba volume 1 at #4, and Kōhei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia volume 42 at #5. Even a Chainsaw Man box set (volumes 1-11) made an appearance at #18, indicating strong interest in the series across various formats.
Understanding Circana BookScan’s Influence
Circana BookScan, formerly known as NPD BookScan, is a crucial industry standard for tracking print book sales in the United States. Following the merger of NPD Group and Information Resources, Inc. (IRI) in 2022, the company collects weekly point-of-sale data from over 16,000 locations, including major e-tailers, chain bookstores, mass merchandisers, and independent shops. This comprehensive coverage, spanning approximately 85% of the U.S. trade print book market, makes BookScan’s rankings a key indicator of market performance based on piece sales.
Chainsaw Man‘s Consistent Success and Global Reach
This latest achievement is not an anomaly for Chainsaw Man. The series has a history of strong sales and critical acclaim since its serialization began. Its volumes have consistently ranked on Circana BookScan’s monthly top 20 adult graphic novels list since October 2020. By October 2025, the manga had over 31 million copies in circulation globally, solidifying its position as one of the best-selling manga series of all time.
Beyond manga sales, the franchise continues to expand its reach. The Chainsaw Man anime television series, produced by MAPPA, aired from October to December 2022, further boosting the manga’s visibility and sales. A highly anticipated anime film, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, premiered in September 2025 and quickly dominated box offices, nearing the top five highest-grossing anime films in U.S. history by November 2025 with over $41.2 million in earnings. This cross-media success undoubtedly contributes to the sustained demand for the original manga.
A Thriving Market for Adult Graphic Novels
The October 2025 BookScan list reinforces a broader trend of significant growth in the adult graphic novel market, largely driven by manga. Manga’s accessibility, diverse genres, and compelling storytelling continue to attract a wide readership across the United States, positioning it as a dominant force in print media sales. The consistent top-ranking performance of titles like Chainsaw Man highlights the genre’s cultural impact and commercial vitality.
