Chainsaw Man shocks fans with movie reveal for Reze Arc

The anime community was taken by surprise when it was announced at Jump Festa 2024 that a Chainsaw Man movie featuring the Reze/Bomb Girl Arc is in the works. Here's what we know so far.

Back in October 2022, Chainsaw Man season 1 made a huge impact online, with fans constantly discussing the events of the show. MAPPA's incredible animation has been credited as one of the main factors in the anime's global success.

The initial season of the anime presented a protagonist who has a unique motivation for battling devils, creatures that pose a threat to humanity. Denji, the main character, finds himself entangled in this conflict. Alongside him are other remarkable characters like Power, Makima, and Aki. The captivating animation by MAPPA added to the excitement of Season 1, and viewers are eagerly anticipating the continuation of Denji's journey. Caution: manga spoilers ahead.

Chainsaw Man Movie: Reze officially announced

During Jump Festa 2024, fans were in for a surprise when MAPPA announced that a Chainsaw Man movie titled "Chainsaw Man Movie: Reze" would be released before Season 2. The revelation of the lineup for Jump Festa 2024 had enthusiasts thrilled to see their beloved anime included, although many had been expecting news about Season 2 rather than a movie.

The film will feature Reze in the leading role alongside Denji, expanding on the character introduced in the finale episode of Chainsaw Man Season 1. The movie will adapt the Reze/Bomb Girl Arc from the manga, delving into the story of Reze's ties to the Gun Devil and her true identity as the Bomb Devil. Alongside Denji, Aki, Beam, and Typhoon Devil will also play key roles in the Reze Arc.

A short teaser featuring Reze and Denji in a romantic setting accompanied the announcement. More details about Chainsaw Man The Movie: Reze Arc Teaser PV will be disclosed in the future. pic.twitter.com/LyZuOznTzO

The announcement of the Chainsaw Man Movie: Reze is thrilling, but apart from the brief teaser, there is currently no other information available about the movie. The studio has not disclosed the new cast or the release date. However, MAPPA has assured that more details about the film will be revealed in the future, and we will update you as soon as we have the information.

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Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z fan of Chainsaw Man, I am thrilled about the announcement of a movie adaptation of the Reze Arc. The first season of the anime was a massive hit, and I can't wait to see more of Denji and the gang's adventures on the big screen. The Reze Arc is one of my favorite parts of the manga, and I think it will translate well to film. I'm excited to see how MAPPA brings Reze's character to life and how they adapt the action-packed sequences from the manga.

However, I do have some concerns about the movie. First, I hope that MAPPA doesn't rush the production and that they take their time to create a high-quality film. Second, I hope that they stay true to the source material and don't make any major changes to the story. Overall, I'm optimistic about the Chainsaw Man movie and I can't wait to see more information about it in the future.