Fans in the U.S. and Canada will get an exclusive early look at “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” as Crunchyroll announced special theatrical screenings on October 22, 2025. This limited event offers Crunchyroll Fan, Mega Fan, and Ultimate Fan subscribers a chance to experience the highly anticipated film before its wider release.
The movie, a direct sequel to the acclaimed first season of the Chainsaw Man anime series, adapts the fan-favorite “Bomb Girl Arc” (also known as the “Reze Arc”) from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s popular manga.
Early Access Details for Crunchyroll Subscribers
Crunchyroll is providing its premium members in the United States and Canada with a unique opportunity to see “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” two days before its general theatrical debut. These early screenings are scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Tickets for these exclusive screenings are available for purchase via Fandango and through the film’s official English website. This initiative by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment aims to reward dedicated fans and build anticipation for the movie’s broader release.
Wider Theatrical Release in North America and Beyond
Following the Crunchyroll member-exclusive event, “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” will officially open in theaters across the U.S. and Canada on October 24, 2025. The film will be available with both English subtitles and an English dub, and will also feature RealD 3D screenings for an immersive experience.
The movie has already seen staggered international releases, beginning in Japan on September 19, 2025, and in select Asian markets from September 24. Other regions, including the U.K., are scheduled for an October 29 release.
The Story of the Reze Arc
“Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” continues the chaotic and compelling saga of Denji, the titular Chainsaw Man. After the events of the first season, Denji, a boy with a devil’s heart and a member of Special Division 4’s devil hunters, encounters a mysterious and alluring girl named Reze.
Reze, who works in a café, befriends Denji, and their relationship quickly blossoms into a complex and explosive romance. However, Reze harbors a dangerous secret and an ulterior motive, leading Denji into one of his deadliest battles yet. The film delves into themes of loneliness, desire, and the brutal realities of a world where devils and humans constantly clash.
Production and Key Talent
The film is produced by Studio MAPPA, known for its high-quality animation, and directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara, who served as Action Director for the first season of the anime. Hiroshi Seko penned the screenplay, with Kazutaka Sugiyama handling character design.
The Japanese voice cast includes Kikunosuke Toya as Denji and Reina Ueda as Reze, reprising their roles from the series. The movie features original music by Kensuke Ushio, with theme songs “IRIS OUT” by Kenshi Yonezu and “JANE DOE” by Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada. Maximum The Hormone also contributes an insert song, “Hawatari Nioku Centi.”
The movie has a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes and has garnered significant box office success in Japan, opening at number one and earning over 2.9 billion yen (approximately US$20.19 million) as of early October.
Why the Reze Arc is Significant
The “Reze Arc” is considered a pivotal storyline in the Chainsaw Man manga, deeply impacting Denji’s character development and further exploring the dark and morally ambiguous world he inhabits. Fans have eagerly anticipated its anime adaptation, and the decision to present it as a feature film highlights its importance within the overarching narrative. This movie serves as a canonical bridge between the first and an expected second season of the Chainsaw Man anime.
