The film, titled “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc,” adapts the popular manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto. MAPPA, the studio behind the Chainsaw Man TV anime, is returning to produce the movie.
Production Details:
- Director: Tatsuya Yoshihara (notable for episodes 4 and 10 of the TV series).
- Scriptwriter: Hiroshi Seko.
- Character Designer: Kazutaka Sugiyama.
- Sub Character Designer: Souta Yamazaki.
- Action Animation Director: Sota Shigetsugu.
- Main Animator: Shoichi.
- Devil Designs: Riki Matsuura and Kiyotaka Oshiyama.
The Chainsaw Man TV anime first aired in October 2022 and follows Denji, a young man who merges with the Chainsaw Devil, Pochita. This fusion grants him the ability to transform his body parts into chainsaws. Struggling with a life of poverty due to his late father’s debts, Denji’s life changes drastically after a betrayal leads him to become the titular “Chainsaw Man.”
Major Announcements at Jump Festa 2025
Jump Festa 2025 showcased exciting updates for numerous anime and manga series. Here’s a roundup:
Jujutsu Kaisen
- A sequel teaser visual for the Culling Game Arc was revealed.
- The Hidden Inventory/Premature Death recap movie received a May 30, 2025 premiere date along with a visual.
- A 16-page manga epilogue and the return of Red Cat Ramen for a second season were also announced.
Demon Slayer
While no major anime news was revealed, character visuals for the Swordsmith Village Arc stage drama were showcased.
Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Disturbance
A new trailer and visual highlighted the upcoming drama, featuring the opening theme song, “Burn.”
Me & Roboco
The upcoming movie announced the addition of Mayumi Tanaka (inspired by Luffy).
Witch Watch
A trailer and new cast members were revealed, with the series set to broadcast in April 2025 across two consecutive cours.
Undead Unluck
A special with an original story and a new UMA called “Balance” is scheduled for late 2025.
Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku
The second season premieres in January 2026.
Sakamoto Days
A trailer revealed the ending theme song, with the anime set to debut on Netflix Japan with two episodes.
Dr. Stone: Science Future
The final season will run across three cours.
Gintama: Ginpachi-Sensei
The trailer confirmed an October 2025 premiere.
SPY x FAMILY
Season 3 is slated to return in October 2025.
My Hero Academia
Season 8, the final season, is confirmed for Fall 2025. A spin-off anime was also announced.
