Chainsaw Man fans around the world can breathe a little easier. In a recent interview at Anime Expo, MAPPA’s president and CEO, Manabu Otsuka, confirmed that the story will not end with the upcoming Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc. While he did not reveal specifics, Otsuka reassured the community that the studio already has concrete plans in place for what comes next and is committed to executing it in the best way possible.
When asked whether the next phase would involve adapting the Reze storyline again as a TV series or moving directly into the next arc, Otsuka chose to keep details confidential. However, he emphasized that they are thinking ahead and have already envisioned the future direction of the series. His brief yet confident response sparked widespread excitement, especially among fans eagerly awaiting confirmation of a second season or additional film adaptations.
Chainsaw Man has maintained a powerful grip on the anime and manga landscape ever since its first season, produced by MAPPA, brought Tatsuki Fujimoto’s gory and emotionally charged story to life. The announcement of the Reze Arc movie raised both anticipation and speculation, with many wondering whether MAPPA would shift to a movie driven format or return to episodic storytelling. Otsuka’s statement implies that while fans may not yet know what format the continuation will take, it is definitely happening.
The Reze Arc film itself is generating major buzz. Directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara, known for his work on Wistoria: Wand and Sword, the movie marks a directorial handover from Ryu Nakayama, who led Season 1. The film’s world premiere in Japan is set for September 19, with international releases beginning on September 24. Its trailer, revealed at Anime Expo, hints at the emotional intensity and explosive action fans can expect. The arc centers around Denji’s growing conflict and a mysterious new girl named Reze, introducing a more personal yet equally dangerous threat.
Alongside this update, EGG FIRM’s chief producer Nobuhiro Osawa added even more excitement by expressing his hope to see anime like Mushoku Tensei, Sword Art Online, and DanMachi completed in their entirety. His comments reflect a growing trend in the anime industry to commit to long term storytelling for beloved franchises.
Chainsaw Man’s manga remains one of the top selling titles globally and is licensed in English by VIZ Media. The Reze Arc is known for deepening Denji’s emotional journey and introducing one of the most pivotal characters in the series. For MAPPA, a studio already celebrated for its adaptations of Attack on Titan and Jujutsu Kaisen, the continuation of Chainsaw Man is not just expected, it is necessary.
While the exact roadmap after the Reze Arc remains a mystery, Otsuka’s assurance is enough to confirm that the journey is far from over. With the creative team actively thinking about how to best deliver the next chapter, fans can look forward to more devil hunting, heartbreak, and cinematic brilliance.
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