Chainsaw Man is one of those anime that we fans still talk about even after so long since its last airing. Not because of hype, but because of what it left behind. Denji’s chainsaws, Aki’s cigarette, Himeno’s goodbye, and that final look from Reze. Everything still seems fresh in our minds.

The anime ended on December 27, 2022, with 12 episodes. But we did not get any Chainsaw Man Season 2 news. Instead, a movie was announced. This is why people are confused about the anime’s next installments and their dates and timelines. So everyone is asking—When is Chainsaw Man Season 2 Release Date? and When is the Chainsaw Man Reze Arc movie going to come out? Well, you are at the write place. This blog post will clear up all of your confusions.

Chainsaw Man Season 2 and Chainsaw Man Reze Arc movie release Date

There is no official date for Chainsaw Man Season 2 yet. But the Chainsaw Man Reze Arc movie release date is confirmed. The movie will release in Japan on September 19, 2025. After that, it will come to the U.S., the U.K., and other countries from October 29, 2025. That means we will meet Reze on screen before Chainsaw Man Season 2 even begins. This movie is not a side story. It continues the main plot, right after Season 1. It covers chapters 40 to 52 from the manga.

Now, when can we expect Chainsaw Man Season 2? Most trusted predictions say mid to late 2026. The studio is waiting for the movie to finish its run before working on the next season. That’s the same pattern they followed with Jujutsu Kaisen 0.

So if you are confused, just remember this order:
Chainsaw Man Season 1 → Reze Arc Movie → Chainsaw Man Season 2 (TBA)

What Arcs Will Chainsaw Man Season 2 Cover?

Spoilers warning!!

Chainsaw Man Season 2 will start from where the Reze movie ends. And if they follow the manga, you can expect three powerful arcs, one after another.

• International Assassin Arc (Ch. 53–70)
  Denji becomes a target for killers from across the world. Some are devils. Some are hybrids. All are deadly.
• Gun Devil Arc (Ch. 71–79)
  We finally face the name we feared since Episode 1—the Gun Devil. The scale of this arc is much bigger, and the damage is as usual, brutal.
• Control Devil Arc (Ch. 80–97)
  Makima’s truth. Denji’s limits. And the most painful choices in the whole series.

Season 1 covered about 38 chapters in 12 episodes. If Chainsaw Man Season 2 follows the same pace, it will likely end near chapter 90+. That leaves us on a strong cliffhanger just before the final act.

So yes, Chainsaw Man Season 2 will not hold back. And it has sufficient material from manga.

Chainsaw Man Season 1 Recap: How Things Ended

Season 1 ended with both blood and silence.

Aki fought the Ghost Devil using the last of Himeno’s gift. She had sacrificed herself earlier, and the cigarette she left behind—“Easy revenge”—became Aki’s final push to win.

Denji fought Katana Man inside a train. He lost both arms, but still won using a chainsaw from his leg. After that, he tied up the enemy and waited.

Kobeni handled Akane Sawatari. But before they could get answers, her Snake Devil killed her. Still, the team recovered some Gun Devil flesh—a piece of the bigger enemy.

In the last scene, we saw something strange. Denji dreamed of a door. Pochita told him not to open it. Then, a girl approached him, Reze. She asked about mice. But that soft voice was hiding something.

Where Can You Watch Chainsaw Man Season 2 When It Releases?

If you watched Season 1 on Crunchyroll, that is where you will watch Chainsaw Man Season 2, too. They are the main streaming partner outside Japan.

In the USA, Hulu also has anime. Sometimes it is part of the Disney+ bundle. For other places like the U.K., Canada, Europe, and Australia, Crunchyroll remains the most reliable.

Once the Reze Arc movie finishes its theatre run, it will also come to Crunchyroll first.

Here is a quick list to remember:

Country/Region	Where to Watch
USA	Crunchyroll, Hulu
UK	Crunchyroll
Canada	Crunchyroll
Australia	Crunchyroll
Europe	Crunchyroll, others

If Chainsaw Man Season 2 is confirmed after the movie, the same streaming platforms will be ready again. So keep your accounts ready.

What Studio MAPPA Has Said About Chainsaw Man Season 2

MAPPA said something clear—they did not cancel anything.

They turned the Reze Arc into a movie because the action and emotions were too strong for TV. They believed this arc would look better on a bigger screen. And yes, they were right.

They also said they are not in a hurry. They will treat each new arc separately. Some may become movies. Others may return to the usual episode format. That decision will be made based on the story and pacing.

So if you are thinking, “Will Chainsaw Man Season 2 happen?”—yes. They already have plans. But they are waiting for the right time and format. That is the MAPPA way.

Final Thoughts

Chainsaw Man gave us more than just devils and blood. It gave us broken dreams, silent goodbyes, and a main character who just wanted to eat bread and touch hands.

We fans are still waiting for Chainsaw Man Season 2. But with the Reze movie coming soon, the story is far from over.

So what do you expect next?
Will Reze change Denji’s life?
Will Makima finally drop her mask?
Or will Denji just keep trying to live one normal day?

Drop your thoughts in the comments.
We will read each one, just like we rewatch that “Easy revenge” scene.