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Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is the latest buzz in the anime world as its release date has been confirmed, adding excitement to an already thrilling 2025 lineup of anime releases. This eagerly anticipated continuation of the first season will premiere in Japanese cinemas on September 19. While fans await the Western release date, no official announcement has been made yet. This exciting news was unveiled at this year’s AnimeJapan event.
The teaser promises that “Chainsaw Man” will return more intense than ever, delivering a blend of fierce battles and poignant scenes of youth.
So, what should we anticipate from the Reze Arc? Known as a direct continuation of Chainsaw Man, it fills the gap between season one and any future installments. According to the synopsis, “Denji, who transforms into Chainsaw Man – a boy with a devil’s heart – is now part of Special Division 4’s elite devil hunters. A romantic twist ensues when, after a date with his dream woman, Makima, Denji finds himself seeking refuge from the rain, leading to a fateful encounter with Reze, a café worker.”
The film will encapsulate the [Bomb Girl arc] from the manga (chapters 40-52), marking a pivotal and explosive midpoint in the series’ first segment, the Public Safety Saga. Fans can anticipate a thrilling narrative that promises both excitement and emotional depth.
In other anime news, Demon Slayer Infinity Castle prepares to unfold the intense first segment of Tanjiro’s final journey in theaters this July in Japan, followed by releases in the US and UK come September. On the small screen, the spring season promises new episodes from the likes of Fire Force season 3, Devil May Cry, and a welcome return of One Piece this April.
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