The wait is finally over. MAPPA has officially locked in the date that Chainsaw Man fans have been desperately—and nervously—waiting for: October 24, 2025.
That is the day Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will explode into theaters, bridging the gap between the anime’s blockbuster first season and its chaotic future. While a movie was announced, the specific release date has been the subject of intense speculation. Now, we have a firm target.
But if you’re an anime-only viewer, you might be asking a simple question: Why this arc? Why dedicate an entire feature film to this specific story instead of just rolling into Season 2? The answer is simple: The “Bomb Girl” arc is not just another mission for Denji. It’s the story that changes everything.
The “Bomb Girl” Arrives: Why This Story Demands a Movie
The decision to adapt the Reze Arc (chapters 40-52 of the manga) into a movie rather than a standard seasonal batch of episodes is a significant one, and it speaks volumes about the content. This arc is a dense, cinematic, and self-contained sprint. It doesn’t meander; it starts with a spark and ends with a devastating explosion, both literally and emotionally.
Season 1 was a brilliant introduction to Denji’s brutal new life, establishing his role at Public Safety and his desperate, simple dreams. The Reze Arc is the first time those dreams are truly put to the test.
Giving this story a theatrical budget means studio MAPPA can fully unleash its animation prowess. The fights in this arc are not simple street-level brawls. They are high-speed, destructive spectacles involving multiple devils, intricate choreography, and widespread collateral damage. This is the kind of story that benefits from a big-screen budget, allowing the animation to breathe and capture the sheer scale of the conflict without the constraints of a weekly TV production schedule.
More Than a Villain: The Tragic Romance That Defines Denji
To understand the hype, you must understand what Reze represents. Spoilers for Season 1 are unavoidable, but this arc pivots away from Denji’s quest for simple pleasures and his complicated relationship with Makima. This is the story of Denji’s first love.
Reze appears in Denji’s life as a seemingly normal, charming girl who shows a genuine interest in him. For a boy as touch-starved and desperate for simple affection as Denji, this is everything he has ever wanted. Their whirlwind “romance” is the heart of the film. It’s awkward, sweet, and provides Denji a glimpse of the normal life he craves—a life where he can be a person, not just a weapon.
This, of course, is Chainsaw Man. That normal life is a facade. Reze is the “Bomb Girl” (or Bomb Devil), a hybrid assassin sent from the Soviet Union with one mission: to steal Denji’s heart, quite literally.
What makes this arc so masterful, and why it holds such authority in the fandom, is its refusal to be a simple “villain of the week” story. The conflict isn’t just about Denji fighting the Bomb Devil; it’s about him grappling with the betrayal. It’s the first time Denji’s humanity is truly tested against his identity as Chainsaw Man, forcing him to confront the fact that his new life might make it impossible to ever have a normal connection.
What to Expect on October 24th
When you walk into that theater, be prepared for a film that perfectly encapsulates the Chainsaw Man experience. Expect whiplash. One moment, you’ll be watching a scene of quiet, genuine emotional connection, and the next, you’ll be thrown into some of the most spectacular and brutal animation MAPPA has ever produced.
This arc is beloved because it hurts. It’s a classic Tatsuki Fujimoto blend of surreal humor, hyper-violence, and profound, lingering sadness. It doesn’t just advance the plot; it builds Denji’s character in a way that is fundamental to everything that comes after. You cannot understand the Denji of later arcs without understanding what happens between him and Reze.
This isn’t a side story or filler. It is the essential, beating, and broken heart of Chainsaw Man‘s first saga.
The Fuse Is Lit
The Reze Arc is where Chainsaw Man truly cements its reputation as a masterpiece of modern manga. It’s a story about whether Denji can ever hope for a normal life, or if he’s doomed to be a tool for others forever.
On October 24, 2025, we finally get to see that beautiful, brutal, and unforgettable story play out on the biggest screen possible. The fuse is lit, and the explosion will be well worth the wait.
But as manga readers know, Reze’s arrival is just the beginning of Denji’s trauma. What single moment from the “Bomb Girl” arc are you most excited—or terrified—to see fully animated?
