Summary
- Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc debuted at No. 1 in the U.S. box office, quickly surpassing $100 million globally
- The feature is a direct sequel that intensifies the romance-meets-ultraviolence narrative between Denji and Reze
- The film’s success, driven by near-perfect scores and a premium theatrical rollout, proves the power of curated anime events
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc roared to a No. 1 US debut and surged past the $100 million USD global mark. Critics and fans aligned, with near-perfect scores and an A CinemaScore fueling word of mouth.
The feature is a direct sequel to the 2022 anime season. MAPPA sharpens the romance-meets-ultraviolence formula as Denji collides with Reze in a tight, high-impact arc built for theaters. Reze’s arrival reframes Denji’s hunger for normalcy. The movie balances tender beats with battlefield chaos and makes the Reze Arc feel self-contained yet essential to the canon.
The film’s US release on October 24 anchored its breakout weekend. Ahead of launch, the campaign stacked trailers, fan screenings, and convention moments to prime demand. Sony Pictures and Crunchyroll delivered a wide premium rollout in IMAX, 4DX, RealD 3D and Dolby Cinema. The marketing push landed, and theaters felt the anime wave again. The result is the year’s anime flex at the box office. It signals how curated theatrical events, premium formats, and engaged fandoms can turn a manga arc into a cultural moment.
