by The film version of “Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc,” due for nationwide release on September 19th, will be screened in IMAX, and the IMAX poster visual has also been released. “Chainsaw Man” Pre-Cut: “Chainsaw Man” is a popular manga series by Tatsuki Fujimoto, currently serialized in “Shonen Jump+” (Shueisha), with a cumulative circulation of over 30 million copies.
In October 2022, an anime adaptation produced by animation studio MAPPA aired, garnering critical acclaim not only in Japan but around the world. It has been distributed in over 200 countries and regions to date. Also popular with fans, the film will feature “Episode ‘Reze Arc,'” a continuation of the story from the final episode of the TV anime. The story follows the protagonist, Denji, who meets a girl named Reze by chance, as he is drawn into an unpredictable fate, depicted alongside fast-paced battle action.
The newly released IMAX poster visual features Chainsaw Man and the shark demon Beam, both of whom are full of action. To commemorate the film’s release, ABEMA will broadcast a free special program titled “Just Before Release! The Charms of the Movie ‘Chainsaw Man Reze’ Explode! A Flashy Special!” hosted by Kendo Kobayashi and featuring celebrities who are self-proclaimed fans of “Chainsaw Man.”
The program will also offer a rare glimpse into the animation studio MAPPA, where viewers can gain an insider’s perspective on the production. It will also feature a video commentary by Kenshi Yonezu, who composed the theme and ending themes. Never-before-seen information will also be revealed. After the special program ends at 9:00 PM, ABEMA will exclusively stream “Chainsaw Man Compilation,” a compilation of all 12 episodes of the TV series, for free.
In addition to the newly re-edited main story, it will also include “Chainsaw Biyori,” a freshly animated version of the final episode of the original manga. It will be available on various platforms starting September 12th. To commemorate the release of the film, a pop-up shop will be held in Shibuya from September 12th at nine stores under the title “Chainsaw Summer! The Best!! in SHIBUYA.” Various initiatives will be implemented periodically, including apparel collaborations, events, and synchronized broadcasting on five screens at the intersection of the scramble. In partnership with ZONe ENERGY’s sampling unit “ZONe BOOSTER,” Chainsaw Man headpieces will be distributed, and limited quantities of Pochita-designed candy will be distributed at multiple locations.
