The highly anticipated Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution Compilation film has debuted at number one at the Japanese box office, while Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc has fallen to the fourth position in its eighth weekend. The new Jujutsu Kaisen cinematic offering is a compilation that bridges the gap between the anime’s second and third seasons, providing fans with a recap of the intense Shibuya Incident arc and an early look at the first two episodes of the upcoming Culling Game arc.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution Takes Top Spot
Opening on November 7, 2025, Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution Compilation quickly climbed to the top of the Japanese box office. The film earned 640 million yen (approximately US$4.15 million) from 417,700 admissions in its first three-day weekend. This compilation film, also known as Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution -Shibuya Incident x The Culling Game Begins in Japan, premiered simultaneously in both regular and IMAX theaters.
The theatrical release offers a unique opportunity for fans to experience the pivotal Shibuya Incident—considered the greatest battle in Jujutsu Kaisen to date—in a special compilation format. Furthermore, it provides an exclusive preview of the initial episodes of Season 3’s “Culling Game Part 1” arc, ahead of its scheduled streaming debut in January 2026. North American audiences can expect the film to arrive on December 5, with early access IMAX screenings on December 3.
Story Overview of Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution
The film’s narrative begins with a veil descending over Shibuya during Halloween, trapping civilians. Satoru Gojo intervenes, only to face curse users and spirits aiming to seal him. Yuji Itadori and other sorcerers join the “Shibuya Incident” clash. Following this, ten colonies across Japan become curse dens due to Noritoshi Kamo’s plan. Special Grade sorcerer Yuta Okkotsu is then assigned to execute Yuji for his perceived crimes as the deadly Culling Game commences.
Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Sees Box Office Shift
Meanwhile, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, based on Tatsuki Fujimoto’s popular manga, has dropped from the number one spot to fourth place in its eighth weekend in Japanese theaters. The film, which debuted at number one on September 19, 2025, has demonstrated strong performance since its release, recently surpassing Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero to become the fifth-highest-earning anime movie ever in the U.S. and entering Japan’s all-time top 100 box office rankings. As of November 11, 2025, the Chainsaw Man film has sold a cumulative total of 5.43 million tickets, earning approximately 8.3 billion yen (US$53.84 million) domestically. Globally, it has grossed over $157 million.
The film, produced by MAPPA, is a direct sequel to the first season of the anime television series and adapts the Reze Arc from the original manga. It saw its North American premiere on October 24, 2025, with early screenings for Crunchyroll members on October 22.
Continued Success in Anime Films
The strong box office performances of both Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution Compilation and Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc underscore the continued and growing global appeal of anime films. These releases not only satisfy dedicated fan bases but also attract wider audiences, solidifying anime’s presence in the international cinematic landscape.
