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This year celebrates the 10th anniversary of Yuki Tabata's Black Clover manga, and to commemorate the occasion, the biggest creators in the industry have drawn their own art of Tabata’s characters. Ahead of the full release in this season’s Shonen Jump Giga 2025 Summer in Japan on August 12, three pieces of art have were released from some of the biggest manga creators. From left to right, One Piece ’s Eiichiro Oda, Naruto ’s Masashi Kishimoto and Bleach ’s Tite Kubo had their pieces revealed. The rest of the artists participating include (but not limited to) Gege Akutami, Kenta Shinohara, Koyoharu Gotouge, Yusuke Murata and many more. A special video for the 10th anniversary was also released, which contains special anniversary artwork (which can be seen in the header above). Related: New Black Clover Anime Announced, Will Stream on Crunchyroll Yuki Tabata began the original Black Clover manga in...

As we reported early last month , Kenshi Yonezu is once again penning music for Chainsaw Man . His second song for the series, "Iris Out," will serve as the theme song for the upcoming Reze Arc film. Today, there's more news on the new single's multiple releases, as well as a peek at Yonezu's own cover artwork for the single! It's very common for Yonezu to flex his artistic muscles and draw covers for his own singles, and "Iris Out" is no exception. Check out the cover of the upcoming single, featuring Yonezu's art of Reze: "Iris Out" Single Cover Art Related: Chainsaw Man Anime Opening Song Music Video Reaches 200 Million Views "Iris Out" will be released as a double-a-side single on September 24, with the second track to be announced at a later date. In addition to a regular version, two limited-edition versions of the single will be available: one themed to each track.

One year on from when the magic first took hold, the Wistoria: Wand and Sword anime's official website today unveiled a special anniversary visual and confirmed that the previously announced second season will broadcast in 2026 . Wistoria: Wand and Sword 1st Anniversary Visual Related: Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Gets 2nd Season The first season of Wistoria: Wand and Sword was directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara ( Black Clover ), who also served as series composer, at studios Actas and Bandai Namco Pictures, with character designs by Sayaka Ono and music by Yuki Hayashi ( My Hero Academia ). Fujino Omori and Toshi Aoi created the original manga. Crunchyroll streams the anime and describes the story: In a world where magic reigns, Will Serfort can’t cast a spell. Though hardworking, Will’s classmates think less of him for it. However, he has a secret strength: his sword. Can Will defy expectations with muscle over magic and blade over wand?...

Asta’s adventures will continue in a new Black Clover anime series that was just revealed during Crunchyroll’s industry panel at Anime Expo 2025. A new teaser visual and trailer were also released alongside the announcement. Crunchyroll will also stream the series when it premieres in the future. A release date, cast, staff and additional details on the anime were not announced at the time of reporting. Yuki Tabata began the original Black Clover manga in Weekly Shonen Jump in February 2015, and moved to Jump Giga in December 2023. 36 volumes have released in Japan to date. The anime adaptation directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara at studio Pierrot aired from October 2017 to March 2021 for a total of 170 episodes. The anime movie Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King was released in Japan in March 2023. Crunchyroll currently streams the Black Clover anime series, and describes it: In a world where magic is everything, Asta...

Black Clover Anime Revival Hinted After 5 Years ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Black Clover wrapped up its original anime run in 2021, just as things were starting to build toward something bigger. Asta’s growth was far from over, and the anime didn’t even touch the manga’s final war arc, leaving viewers with half the story and all the anticipation.

For years, nothing concrete followed as there was just silence while Studio Pierrot focused on other major projects like Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War.

Black Clover Season Return Rumors Spark Hope Among Fans

Now, five years later, signs of life have finally emerged. A recent tease from Jump Giga magazine suggests that Black Clover might finally be returning. The publisher hasn’t made anything official, and Studio Pierrot hasn’t stepped forward either. Still, the rumor alone has stirred up excitement. The fanbase hasn’t let go of this series, and the buzz is getting louder again.

The official website for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc , the upcoming sequel film to the Chainsaw Man TV anime series, released a main trailer today. The new trailer features the movie's theme song "Iris Out" performed by Kenshi Yonezu . This is the second time Yonezu has provided a theme song for the Chainsaw Man anime series, following the TV anime's opening theme "Kick Back." Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Main Trailer Kenshi Yonezu shared the following comment on "Iris Out": "It’s a great privilege to continue my musical involvement from the TV anime series to the film. I kept the Reze scenes from the original manga open around the clock, glaring at the pages as I worked on the song. I hope you enjoy it." Kenshi Yonezu artist photo Four new voice cast members were also announced to join the film. Hidenori Takahashi voices...

With a little more than three months until its premiere in theaters, it's high time that Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc fans got hyped up for one of the year's biggest releases. Fans didn't get to see much of the upcoming movie up to this point, but that's changed thanks to Anime Expo. In the movie's panel held on the event's first day, a new trailer was unveiled in order to delve a little deeper into where the story is going. The movie also got an official release date: it's debuting in theaters on October 29.

Fans already knew that Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc was slated for a fall debut, but now they can start counting down the days until they can finally flock to theaters in order to see what happens next in their new favorite anime series. It's been a long wait, since Season...

At long last, a new trailer for Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arcis here, and it looks amazing. After years of anticipation, it was recently confirmed that the film adaptation of the Reze arc would premiere this fall in Japan and other nations worldwide, finally giving fans a chance to return to the series after so many years of inactivity.

The new Chainsaw Man movie is going to be one of the biggest movies of the year, and it finally has a new trailer to prove it. A new trailer for the Chainsaw Man movie was released for Anime Expo 2025, and sure enough, the new trailer for Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc shows that the film will be a masterclass of art and animation. The trailer, alone, is already putting season 1 to shame, and there’s no better sign that people are in for a good time with Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc.

Black Clover, the once mighty Shonen anime, fell off its throne due to its indefinite hiatus. However, the anime is ready to make a comeback because a new season is reportedly in the works. Studo Pierrot might have already begun the pre-production procedure, and fans await an official announcement now.

Once season 5 of the anime is announced, it will quickly become one of the most highly anticipated Shonen anime. Needless to say, after a four-year-long hiatus, excitement is at an all-time high. Yet, the current workload of Studio Pierrot does not bode well for the anime.

Studio Pierrot is Swamped with Black Clover Season 5

Earlier this week, it was revealed that Weekly Shonen Jump would announce some new information about the Black Clover anime. Recently, trusted leakers have confirmed that a sequel to the anime or Season 5 is currently in development (posted via @SugoiLITE/X). This should be joyous news for Black Clover fans,...

Black Clover has been straddled with one controversial episode after another. But the uproar against it probably reached its peak when episode 63 of the anime aired. What was meant to be a fun and experimental approach was bogged down by criticism.

Tatsuya Yoshihara, the director of the anime, had struggled with an understaffed team and a lack of resources ever since Black Clover‘s pre-production began. Yet, as a creator, he longed for something breakthrough despite the handicaps. Thus emerged episode 63, a crafty approach to create a good episode without any proper backing.

A Black Clover Episode Sacrificed Cohesiveness for Experimentation

Tatsuya Yoshihara had been battling with Studio Pierrot’s lack of care about Black Clover for years before episode 63 of the anime debuted. Ever since it began, the anime has been full of inconsistencies and low animation quality. As the director, Yoshihara bore the brunt of the backlash. At the same time,...

Black Clover fans might know Tatsuya Yoshihara as the director of the anime, but not many know about the struggles he faced in the position. His rise to fame with Black Clover came with a heavy cost, and his dedication to the work is why he is a central figure behind the anime, one who can even rival the influence of Asta.

The early episodes of Black Clover faced plenty of criticism due to their low-quality animation. Yet, fans need to understand that Yoshihara was not at fault; in fact, it was Studio Pierrot who had set the anime up for failure.

The Unsung Second Protagonist of Black Clover Tatsuya Yoshihara saved Black Clover from its doom | Credits: Pierrot

Yoshihara’s directorial position in Black Clover has defined his legacy in the anime world. But why would he be praised so much if the anime had such inconsistent and poor visual quality,...

After nearly three years since the completion of its first season, the smash-hit studio Mappa adaptation of Chainsaw Man is finally set to return with its upcoming Reze Arc movie, landing in U.S. theaters on October 29, 2025. The action-horror story of one boy and his chainsaw dog was one of the most anticipated anime productions ever in the time leading up to its premiere, and following a long period of relative silence surrounding the series, Denji and the rest of Public Safety are finally ready to return to screens.

With its film debut just around the corner, the official Chainsaw Man X account posted an all-new illustration for the upcoming release, and fans have responded with overwhelming excitement and praise for the new art style. It isn't the first time the series has given a peek at the titular villain's Bomb Hybrid design, but the new poster puts both her...

To hype up the newest Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc anime film details at Anime Expo in July, the official accounts for the franchise based on the manga of the same name by Tatsuki Fujimoto revealed the latest poster for the movie featuring Denji and Reze holding hands with Chainsaw Man and Bomb Girl fight in front of the rest of the characters. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc New Visual Poster Related: Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Announces United States Release on October 29 Tatsuya Yoshihara, who previously directed the fourth and tenth episodes of the TV anime series and directed much of the Black Clover TV anime, directs the upcoming movie. Hiroshi Seko returns to write the script along with Kazutaka Sugiyama as Character Designer, all at Mappa. Souta Yamazaki and Shun work as the Sub Character Designer, with Sota Shigetsugu as Action Animation Director and Shoichi as the Main Animator.

Your favorite Devil Hunters are back, thanks to Funko. The figure collectibles company released more figures for its Chainsaw Man collection, showcasing the three main characters, Denji, Power, and Aki. These figures have a scheduled release date of mid-2025 and are available for pre-order at third-party retailers like Entertainment Earth.

These new figures are a mix of the regular Funko Pops, Pop! Deluxe, and Pop! Moments. The first is a cute figure of Denji with Pochita before the two form a contract. Next on the list is a Pop! Deluxe figure of Power with her Blood Hammer, with the Blood Fiend poised to have smashed something into mush. Last is a Pop! Moment figure of Aki Hayakawa with the Fox Devil, replicating the moment in the show where he summoned the devil during a battle. These figures have listed prices that range between $14.99 to $35. While they're unavailable for pre-order on the Funko website,...

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will hit cinemas worldwide, with screenings confirmed in over 80 countries and territories, including India, the franchise’s official X account announced on April 3, 2025.

Fans can expect the film to begin its theatrical rollout in Japan on Sep 19, 2025, followed by international releases through October.

Checkout the release schedule below:

Sep 19, 2025 – Japan Sep 24, 2025 – Hong Kong Sep 25, 2025 – Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand Sep 26, 2025 – India, Indonesia, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam Oct 22, 2025 – France Oct 29, 2025 – United States, Bulgaria, Finland, Greece, Iceland, Nigeria, Sweden, United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium Oct 30, 2025 – Croatia, Denmark, Hungary, Middle East, Netherlands, Portugal, Serbia, Slovenia, Israel, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, Latvia, South Africa, Estonia, Spain

While these are the officially listed dates, the announcement hints at even more countries receiving the film.

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Let's rewind back to 2022 when the horror anime series Chainsaw Man made its debut. Based on Tatsuki Fujimoto’s hit Japanese manga, the series quickly gained worldwide popularity, captivating audiences with its stunning animation, intense action sequences, dark humor, and emotional depth.

After the first season finished its run in December 2022, fans were left wondering if the story would continue in a second installment. While a Chainsaw Man season 2 hadn't been confirmed, an anime feature film was announced instead. It's officially titled Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, and it's set to be released in U.S. theaters this fall. In this article, we've shortened the movie's title to just Chainsaw Man: The Movie.

Mappa, the same animation studio behind the Chainsaw Man series, returned for the film. This studio is also behind the popular anime series Jujutsu Kaisen. Described as an animated dark fantasy action film, Chainsaw Man:...

October is going to be a great month for Chainsaw Man fans. Chainsaw Man -The Movie: Reze Arcwill go to U.S. theaters a month after its Japanese theatrical release. The film was first announced during Jump Festa 2024, and it will feature the return of the Public Safety Division team and the introduction of a new character.

According to Crunchyroll, Sony Pictures made the announcement during this year's CinemaCon. The film will be released in the U.S. in late October, while other countries will see it around late September 24, just five days after the Japanese release. It has yet to be confirmed if an English dub will also be included with this release.

Chainsaw Man -The Movie: Reze Arc takes place immediately after the events of Season 1 and will adapt the Bomb Girl Arc, which was teased in episode 12's post-credit scene. It will be directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara and animated by Mappa.

In the wake of the animated series, Sony Pictures and Mappa announced during CinemaCon last night that they’re bringing Chainsaw Man: The Movie to theaters on October 29.

Based on Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga series, the upcoming feature Chainsaw Man: The Movie is a direct sequel to the aforementioned animated series, which debuted back in 2022.

Check out the official poster below and expect a trailer soon.

Polygon details, “The film will center on Denji as he explores a relationship with Reze, a girl who works at a local cafe. Torn between his newfound feelings for Reze and his unrequited affection for Makima, Denji will have to decide just where exactly to follow his heart, all while contending with a deadly new adversary.”

Tatsuya Yoshihara directed Chainsaw Man: The Movie, which is written by Hiroshi Seko.

You can stream the Chainsaw Man animated series on Crunchyroll now.

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Chainsaw Man is coming back to our screens this year with its upcoming Reze Arc movie. The film was announced very shortly after Season 1 finished airing in 2022, with Studio Mappa returning to provide their consistently gorgeous animation to the project. But, fans were left waiting for years for the film to receive an official release date. At JumpFesta 2025, it was revealed that the Reze Arc movie would release this year. But, we now have a more concrete release date. Denji, Makima, and Aki are just a few months away from exploding into theaters, as Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc releases in US theaters on October 29.

Sony Pictures, who is overseeing the film's US distribution, announced at CinemaCon 2025 that Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will be released in US theaters on October 29, 2025. This comes as slightly unfortunate news for western fans. The Reze Arc movie will hit...

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will be hitting theatres in United States on Oct 29, 2025. Sony Pictures Entertainment has acquired the worldwide distribution rights for the film, and will be releasing it in the country.

The movie is releasing in Japan on Sep 19, 2025.

#ChainsawManMovie is coming exclusively to theatres October 29. pic.twitter.com/Je02zmQ5nm

— Sony Pictures (@SonyPictures) April 1, 2025

Tatsuya Yoshihara, who directed the 4th and 10th episodes of Chainsaw Man anime, will helm the anime film. He also served as a director and then Chief Director for Black Clover anime.

Other staff include:

Screenwriter: Hiroshi Seko Character Designer: Kazutaka Sugiyama Assistant Director: Masato Nakazono Sub Character Designers: Sota Yamazaki, Shun Main Animator: Shoichi Music Composer: kensuke ushio Action Animation Director: Sota Shigetsugu Devil Designers: Riki Matsuura, Kiyotaka Oshiyama Costume Designer: Aya Yamamoto Art Director: Yusuke Takeda Color Designer: Naomi Nakano

Mappa describes the plot of Chainsaw Man – The...

Sony Pictures kicked off the studio presentations at CinemaCon 2025 on Monday with a lively filmmaker-led session, revealing Spider-Man: Brand New Day as the title of the 2026 tentpole starring Tom Holland, and dating Spider-Man: Beyond The Spider-Verse for June 4, 2027.

Tom Rothman, chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group, bookended the session, kicking off with his annual theatrical-first message to attendees in Las Vegas in which he promised “the future will be great” if studios and exhibitors work together.

“Cost and windows can work for us or against us,” he said. “Theatrical needs to be smart about both […] and Sony...

Nearly three years after the first season of the series concluded in December 2022, international Chainsaw Man fans will finally get to see more of the anime as Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc comes to theaters worldwide.

Via its official X (formerly Twitter) account, Sony Pictures has announced it will be releasing Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc in the U.S. beginning Oct. 29, 2025. The news was initially announced during Sony's CinemaCon panel in Las Vegas; the release will come roughly a month after the film is released theatrically in Japan on Sept. 19, as revealed during AnimeJapan 2025.

Chainsaw Man Anime Finally Returns to U.S. Screens After Nearly 3 Years With New Movie #ChainsawManMovie is coming exclusively to theatres October 29. pic.twitter.com/Je02zmQ5nm— Sony Pictures (@SonyPictures) April 1, 2025

Mappa's upcoming Chainsaw Man film is directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara, who previously directed Episodes 4 and 10 of the...

Sony Pictures announced during their CinemaCon panel in Las Vegas today that the company has acquired worldwide theatrical rights, excluding Japan, for the upcoming Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc and will release the movie in the United States starting October 29, 2025. Other releases in 80+ countries are scheduled to begin from September 24, 2025. The series previously announced during AnimeJapan 2025 that the movie will open on September 19 in Japan. Tatsuya Yoshihara, who previously directed the fourth and tenth episodes of the TV anime series and directed much of the Black Clover TV anime, directs the upcoming movie. Hiroshi Seko returns to write the script along with Kazutaka Sugiyama as Character Designer, all at Mappa. Souta Yamazaki and Shun work as the Sub Character Designer, with Sota Shigetsugu as Action Animation Director and Shoichi as the Main Animator. Riki Matsuura will design the devils alongside Look Back director Kiyotaka Oshiyama. The Chainsaw Man TV anime,...

It's been three years since Chainsaw Man Season 1 was released, and now its next installment will be released as the franchise's first feature film. Chainsaw Man—The Movie: Reze Arc is an upcoming feature set to come out later this year and will follow the next story arc following the events of Season 1. The movie will feature the return of our favorite heroes and Devil Hunters, as well as the introduction of a new character.

A new trailer for this upcoming movie was released on the official Chainsaw Man Twitter/X account. It features a new character named Reze, a girl with blue hair. The trailer also showcases new action shots and glimpses of the film's next villain. The trailer ends, confirming the release date to be September 19, 2025.

Chainsaw Man—The Movie: The Reze arc was first announced in December 2023 during Jump Festa 2024. The film will adapt the Bomb Girl Arc,...

Chainsaw Man fans are in for a treat as the series has finally announced the release of the movie, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc. The movie is the sequel to the first season of the series that originally came out in 2022 and was a worldwide success, thus amassing a huge fanbase who have been waiting for Tatsuki Fujimoto’s masterpiece for a long time.

Reze in Chainsaw Man Movie | Credit: Mappa Studios

The movie will follow the story of Denji, the protagonist of Chainsaw Man, and his struggles against the Devils while also understanding her relationship with Makima and Rene, who are hiding a big secret. The movie was announced back in December 2023, during the Jump Festa ’24 event, and ever since then, fans have been anticipating its release.

However, this excitement might not be as high as it was at the time of the announcement, and this is because...

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is officially set to hit Japanese theaters on Sep 19, 2025, as announced during the series’ stage event at AnimeJapan 2025 on March 25, 2025.

12 character visuals were also revealed alongside the release date. Check them out below:

Denji

Chainsaw Man

Pochita

Makima

Aki

Power

Kobeni

Beam

Galgali

Angel Devil

Reze

Bomb Devil

Tatsuya Yoshihara, who directed the 4th and 10th episodes of Chainsaw Man anime, will helm the anime film. He also served as a director and then Chief Director for Black Clover anime.

Other staff include:

Screenwriter: Hiroshi Seko Character Designer: Kazutaka Sugiyama Assistant Director: Masato Nakazono Sub Character Designers: Sota Yamazaki, Shun Main Animator: Shoichi Music Composer: kensuke ushio Action Animation Director: Sota Shigetsugu Devil Designers: Riki Matsuura, Kiyotaka Oshiyama Costume Designer: Aya Yamamoto Art Director: Yusuke Takeda Color Designer: Naomi Nakano

Mappa describes the plot of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc as:

Denji became...

At the Chainsaw Man AnimeJapan 2025 stage today, the continuing adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga series revealed that the upcoming anime film Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will premiere in Japanese theaters on September 19. To celebrate, 12 character visuals were released featuring the new designs for the entire cast, including Reze. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Premiere Date Visual Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Character Visuals Denji character visual Chainsaw Man character visual Pochita character visual Makima character visual Aki character visual Power character visual Kobeni character visual Beam character visual Related: Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Anime Gets 2025 Premiere in Japan Galgali character visual Angel Devil character visual Reze character visual Bomb Devil character visual Tatsuya Yoshihara, who previously directed the fourth and tenth episodes of the TV anime series and directed much of the Black Clover TV anime, is the director for the film.

From love to suffering and everything in between, Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc's new reveal teases an exhilarating sequel to the popular anime series.

As announced at AnimeJapan 2025, the Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc film will be released in theaters in Japan on Sept. 19, 2025. While no new trailer has yet been revealed, teaser trailers and posters with the release date will be distributed domestically from April 4. Alongside the release date, 12 new movie visuals were also released for the characters Chainsaw Man, Denji, Pochita, Makima, Aki, Power, Kobeni, Beam, the Violence Fiend, Angel Devil, Reze and Bomb Devil. Readers can check out the new Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc images below.

Chainsaw Man Reveals Release Date & First-Look Character Images for Reze Arc Anime Movie

Chainsaw Man's new reveal was made with anime voice actors Kikunosuke Toya (Denji), Tomori Kusunoki (Makima) and Maaya Uchida (Angel Devil) in attendance, and follows Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc's...

While Black Clover has unfortunately suffered a hiatus for a few years now, the anime is still as popular as ever, ranking highly in Netflix's most-watched anime of 2024. This is a given, considering how absolutely beloved and popular the anime was when it was airing, and if it comes back stronger, there is no doubt that it will soar to even greater heights. A new Netflix report has revealed which anime were the most-watched from last year. Surprisingly, Naruto took the top spot despite it ending more than 10 years ago, with One Piece lagging behind at second.

There were some no-brainers on the list, such as Hunter X Hunter, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, Pokémon, and more, but the most surprising one was definitely Black Clover, which was the sixth most-watched anime on Netflix last year, racking up 138+ million hours on the platform. True to the underdog theme of the story,...

Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc is set to be the first film in the massively popular franchise, covering a section of the story fans believe to be one of the very best. Revealed at Jump Festa in December to be scheduled for a 2025 release, the follow up to 2022's Chainsaw Man anime series has been highly anticipated since its initial teaser trailer was first dropped. Some fans may have been disappointed that the latest sneak peek of the film did not include a release date, but it seems confirmation may be just around the corner.

A post from the official Chainsaw Man X account has revealed the series will be taking part in the upcoming AnimeJapan 2025 expo, headlining a panel that appears to be focusing entirely on the Reze Arc film. The event will take place on March 23, and will feature both Denji's and Makima's voice actors.

Look Back, the animated movie based on Tatsuki Fujimoto’s one-shot story, was recently revealed to be the highest-rated anime movie of 2024 in a new ranking reveal. The film’s critical and commercial acclaim sets the stage for the upcoming Chainsaw Man anime movie in 2025.

The official social media account for Letterboxd, the social network website for casual moviegoers and film aficionados, shared its 2024 statistics on X (formerly Twitter). Among the many film categories was the top 10 highest-rated animation of 2024. The Look Back anime movie was #1, followed by The Wild Robot at #2 and Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle at #3.

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Even professional manga creators can't wait for the release of one of 2025's biggest Shonen Jump anime adaptations.

'Look Back' Has Been a Hit Anime Praised by Studio Ghibli President, Original Creator & More The Letterboxd 2024 Year in Review: https://t.

Dragon Ball Daima is the newest addition to the Dragon Ball universe, and it hasn't missed its mark. It's a fun, light-hearted series that reintroduces the cast of Dragon Ball in an amazing light. While Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Gt, and Dragon Ball Super put action first and comedy second, Daima changes the formula to create a new series that feels fresher than ever.

The evil Demon King Gomah used the Dragon Balls to make Goku and the rest of the Z Fighters become kids again, leading to a hilarious adventure, great battles, and surprising transformations. As a series that puts fun first, it has a different tone than most of the Dragon Ball franchise, but there are still plenty of other anime series that share a lot in common with the latest entry into the Dragon Ball canon.

Black Clover Animated By Pierrot, Based on the Manga By...

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Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc has finally released its first trailer, and attentive fans will notice a major change in staff. Ryu Nakayama, the original director of the anime, isn’t returning for the movie, and it will instead be directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara, a notable change that can already be seen in the presentation of the trailer.

Chainsaw Man’s original director not returning for the movie is disappointing, but it might not be as big a loss as people think. Ryu Nakayama’s style was a big part of the anime’s identity, so there’s an...

The anime adaptation of Chainsaw Man was one of the most anticipated ever in the months leading up to its release. Produced by the famed studio Mappa, the series following main devil hunter Denji on his dream chasing journey came with built-in hype, due to the massively popular original manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto. Season One of the anime eventually came and delivered an incredibly cinematic adaptation, while garnering some heavy fanfare and critical acclaim.

However, the anime didn't quite make the cultural impact that fans expected, performing well and bringing new eyes to Chainsaw Man, but ultimately lacking the overwhelming success of other modern adaptations like Jujutsu Kaisen or Demon Slayer. In the two years that have passed since the anime's final episode, fans have debated what exactly held the series back, and the most popular belief is that the visual style just was not fit for a Fujimoto story.

More than one year ago, Chainsaw Man's first season took the anime world by storm and dominated charts and streaming services. While many people loved and enjoyed the anime, there were still many others who had criticisms about the direction the series took. Fortunately, for them, their concerns have been alleviated.

Finally, after more than a year since it was announced, a trailer has been released for the Chainsaw Man Reze movie, and it was everything and more fans wanted. The voice acting was on point, the melancholic and violent soundtracks did justice to the bombastic tone of the arc, and the animation was as wild as can be, perfectly fitting the no-limits action of Chainsaw Man. However, what really caused a stir was the vibrant and colorful visuals and character designs, something season 1 lacked and was a major point of contention.

The Directorial Switch Is The Reason For...

Since it first began airing in October 2022, Chainsaw Man has taken the anime world by storm with its compelling and high-stakes action plot. The dark shonen fantasy series, adapted from the original manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, currently has one season consisting of twelve episodes that concluded in December 2022. The series follows main character Denji, a teenage boy with a mysterious chainsaw power that he uses to kill scary creatures called devils.

Chainsaw Man is widely appreciated for its jaw-dropping action and fight sequences that redefine the constraints of shonen, as well as its fantastic and in-depth character development. Denji is a hilariously interesting main hero and every other character also possesses an intriguing backstory and distinctive, realistic personality. Mappa, the studio responsible for truly stunning animation projects like Attack on Titan and Jujutsu Kaisen, produced the first season of the anime with stunning results. The series' animation is perfectly fluid and beautifully colorful,...

With Reze Arc’s release, Chainsaw Man is turning heads for all the good reasons. The movie is set to be a cut above the rest in terms of its riveting plot and stellar visuals. It exemplifies quality and superior animation in every sense.

But that is not all, considering Mappa’s arduous efforts to make it a complete masterpiece. This, however, has its fair share of pitfalls as some fans pointed out on the internet.

Aki Hayakawa in a still from the anime | Credit: Mappa

With Tatsuya Yoshihara headlining the project, there’s a breakaway from the series’ core element. This is especially true with the franchise’s frittering away of Ryu Nakayama’s brilliance as a director.

While the first season was pulled to pieces by most fans, it is only recently that fans have come to appreciate it. Furthermore, Nakayama’s absence would highlight irregularities and inconsistencies with the possible live-action adaptation.

Jump Festa 2025 unveiled a brand new trailer for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, confirming its release in 2025.

Two visuals were also revealed at the event: one featuring the Chainsaw Man and another showcasing Denji and Reze.

Tatsuya Yoshihara, who directed the 4th and 10th episodes of Chainsaw Man anime, will helm the anime film. He also served as a director and then Chief Director for Black Clover anime.

Other staff include:

Screenwriter: Hiroshi Seko Character Designer: Kazutaka Sugiyama Assistant Director: Masato Nakazono Sub Character Designers: Sota Yamazaki, Shun Main Animator: Shoichi Music Composer: kensuke ushio Action Animation Director: Sota Shigetsugu Devil Designers: Riki Matsuura, Kiyotaka Oshiyama Costume Designer: Aya Yamamoto Art Director: Yusuke Takeda Color Designer: Naomi Nakano

Mappa describes the plot of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc as:

Denji became “Chainsaw Man”, a boy with a devil’s heart, and is now part of Special Division 4’s devil hunters.

As the year 2024 is coming to an end and 2025 is just around the corner, it’s going to be a celebration period for anime fans, particularly Chainsaw Man. As fans of the series have been eagerly anticipating new developments, Mappa has delivered a game-changer with their announcement: the Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Movie.

Reze from Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Movie official teaser 2 | Credit: Studio Mappa

What makes this announcement even more thrilling is the choice of director, Tatsuya Yoshihara. Known for his exceptional work as the series director for multiple high-quality anime series, Yoshihara’s appointment is a clear sign that Mappa is pulling out all the stops for this project. Fans might have to bid a temporary farewell to Makima, as the Reze Arc takes center stage for now with its spectacular premise.

Tatsuya Yoshihara as Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Movie‘s new director A still from Chainsaw Man:...

Chainsaw Man set the stage today at Jump Festa 2025 with the first full look at the upcoming Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, after announcing the anime film last year on the same stage . The brand new trailer revealed a 2025 release date for Japan, and two key visuals — one showing Chainsaw Man and the other previewing Denji and Reze. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Second Teaser Trailer Tatsuya Yoshihara, who previously directed the fourth and tenth episodes of the TV anime series and directed much of the Black Clover TV anime, is now slated as director for the movie. Hiroshi Seko returns to write the script along with Kazutaka Sugiyama as Character Designer, all at Mappa. Souta Yamazaki is now credited as Sub Character Designer, with Sota Shigetsugu as Action Animation Director and Shoichi as the Main Animator. Riki Matsuura will design the devils alongside Kiyotaka Oshiyama, who...

It is hard to believe that it has been over a year since the world learned about Chainsaw Man's first movie, but time waits for no one. In 2023, Jump Festa confirmed the big project was in the works as Mappa Studios prepared for the anime's next arc. Now, the same convention is back, and it has given fans a long-awaited update on Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc. So if you are ready to reunite with Denji on screen, your wishes have been answered.

After all, the first trailer for Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze arc is live. The animation looks out of this world as you can see below as we see everyone from Makima to Denji make a comeback. We have learned the anime movie will debut in 2025, so our wait is almost over.

The wait for Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc has been a long one,...

Rumors are swirling online that Tatsuya Yoshihara, who served as a director and then Chief Director for Black Clover anime, may be taking the helm as director for the upcoming Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc.

This rumor is gaining tractions because of the perceived departure of the anime’s first season director, Ryu Nakayama, who announced the formation of his own animation studio, Andraft Co. Ltd earlier this year.

While Studio Mappa remains the production house for the Chainsaw Man movie, Nakayama’s move to a new studio had fueled speculations about the future direction of the adaptation.

Nakayama, who was also appointed Chief Creative Officer of animation studio Mayflower this year, had previously hinted at challenges within the production environment on X (formerly Twitter).

He expressed a desire to create a better working environment free from unnecessary power and moral harassment, leading many to believe his departure...

Following the broadcast of the first season's finale in Japan, the official website and accounts for the Wistoria: Wand and Sword anime announced with a new illustration and trailer that a second season is in production. A release date was not confirmed at the time of reporting. Season 2 announcement illustration Related: Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Unleashes New Climax Visual, Action Trailer Based on the manga by Fujino Omori and Toshi Aoi, Wistoria: Wand and Sword is directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara ( Black Clover ), who also serves as series composer, at studios Actas and Bandai Namco Pictures, with character designs by Sayaka Ono and music by Yuki Hayashi ( My Hero Academia ). Crunchyroll is simulcasting the anime and describes the story: In a world where magic reigns, Will Serfort can’t cast a spell. Though hardworking, Will’s classmates think less of him for it. However, he has a secret strength: his sword.

Following the anime's tenth episode broadcast in Japan, the official website and accounts for Wistoria: Wand and Sword unveiled a brand-new climax visual and an action trailer to enchant our eyes before the final two episodes explode onto our screens. The visual's tagline reads, "Let's make sure we all come back alive." Climax Visual Related: Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Unveils Action Visual for Protagonist Will Serfort Based on the manga by Fujino Omori and Toshi Aoi, Wistoria: Wand and Sword is directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara ( Black Clover ), who also serves as series composer, at studios Actas and Bandai Namco Pictures, with character designs by Sayaka Ono and music by Yuki Hayashi ( My Hero Academia ). Crunchyroll is simulcasting the anime and describes the story: In a world where magic reigns, Will Serfort can’t cast a spell. Though hardworking, Will’s classmates think less of him for it. However, he...

In the saturated anime world, standing out has become more difficult than ever. It’s common to get lost in the crowd as dozens of anime are released every year, with few being able to hold their position in the industry. But among them, one iconic series deserves to be on everyone’s watchlist, and that is Wistoria: Wand and Sword.

Wistoria: Wand and Sword | Credit: Actas and Bandai Namco Pictures

If you liked the magical world of Black Clover and Mashle, then Wistoria: Wand and Sword is definitely worth checking out. For starters, it’s directed by the same talented mind behind Black Clover, a series known for its intense battles and dynamic world-building. Yet, Wistoria elevates that formula with even more refined animation, a more mature storyline, and an intriguing mix of magic and swordplay.

The Magical Premise of Wistoria: Wand and Sword

As the title suggests, Wistoria: Wand and Sword...

The producer of one of Summer 2024's dark horse anime, Wistoria: Wand and Sword, has made a case for why the series stands out in a new interview, describing its staff as "the greatest ever assembled."

Via Anime Corner, Wistoria: Wand and Sword anime producer Katsuki Aoyama and manga editor Shiro Yamano discussed the series from its conception to now -- one of the most acclaimed titles of the current season. A particularly notable quote came from Aoyama after being asked about the staff. The all-star team includes Black Clover director Tatsuya Yoshihara, My Hero Academia composer Yuki Hayashi, Penguin Research via Sony for the opening theme and Sunrise veteran animator Sayaka Ono for character design, prompting a rather bullish statement from Aoyama.

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While Will and his fellow students are burning hot in the opening theme , Elfaria is embracing the cold light of day to the tune of "Frozen" by True ( That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Ed) in the Wistoria: Wand and Sword anime's ending. A creditless version of the sequence is now available to watch below. Related: Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Shares Creditless Opening Video Based on the manga by Fujino Omori and Toshi Aoi, Wistoria: Wand and Sword is directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara ( Black Clover ), who also serves as series composer, at studios Actas and Bandai Namco Pictures, with character designs by Sayaka Ono and music by Yuki Hayashi ( My Hero Academia ). Crunchyroll is simulcasting the anime and describes the story: In a world where magic reigns, Will Serfort can’t cast a spell. Though hardworking, Will’s classmates think less of him for it. However, he...

With a promise to keep, classes to pass and a humongous sword to wield, the English dub of Wistoria: Wand and Sword is ready to cut through magic and prejudice when it hits Crunchyroll on Sunday, July 21 ! Here's the cast and crew for Episode 1: Wistoria: Wand and Sword English Dub Cast Will voiced by Corey Wilder Elfaria voiced by Kelsey Cruz Workner voiced by Jim Foronda Sion voiced by Brandon Acosta Edward voiced by Phil Parsons Colette voiced by Corey Pettit Gordon voiced by Michael Stimac Kiki voiced by Lynsey Hale Lyril voiced by Tristan Bonner Narrator voiced by Shannon Emerick Sentinel voiced by Ray Hurd Will (Young) voiced by Amanda Gael Wistoria: Wand and Sword English Dub Crew Voice Director: Jeremy Inman Producer: Samantha Herek Adaptation: Jessica Sluys Mixer: William Dewell Engineer: Zachary Davis Related: Shy Season 2 English Dub Reveals Cast & Crew, Release Date Key Art Related: Crunchyroll...

This season's Wistoria: Wand and Sword sends a magically unskilled hero in search of his world's highest honor. Today, we get a look at Will in action, in the form of the show's creditless opening sequence. Check out the action fantasy series's opening, set to "Fire and Fear" by Penguin Research: Related: True Shares Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Ending Song Music Video Wistoria: Wand and Sword is directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara ( Black Clover ), who also serves as the series composer, at studios Actas and Bandai Namco Pictures, with character designs by Sayaka Ono and music by Yuki Hayashi ( My Hero Academia ). Crunchyroll streams Wistoria: Wand and Sword , describing it thus: In a world where magic reigns, Will Serfort can’t cast a spell. Though hardworking, Will’s classmates think less of him for it. However, he has a secret strength: his sword. Can Will defy expectations with muscle over magic and blade over wand?...

With only a few days to go until the premiere of the first episode of Wistoria: Wand and Sword , the anime unveiled another action visual today, this time for Will’s childhood friend (and a bit of a mouthful of a name!) Elfaria Albis Serfort. The character, voiced by Akira Sekine (Lily Lipman in Birdie Wing -Golf Girls' Story- ), is a genius who can control almost all water and ice-elemental magic. Related: Wistoria: Wand and Sword Anime Unveils Action Visual for Lihanna Owenzaus Wistoria: Wand and Sword is directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara ( Black Clover ), who also serves as the series composer, at studios Actas and Bandai Namco Pictures, with character designs by Sayaka Ono and music by Yuki Hayashi ( My Hero Academia ). The series begins July 7. Crunchyroll will stream the anime as it airs in Japan and describes the story as such: A hard-working boy named Will enters a magic...