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Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Sets U.S. Debut on Strong Overseas Gross and Rave Reviews

Analysts project an $11–$14 million North American opening, signaling a solid start but not a Demon Slayer–level breakout.

Overview

  • The theatrical sequel opens Oct. 24 in the U.S., distributed by Sony Pictures and Crunchyroll.
  • The film has earned about $50 million across 13 Asian markets, including roughly $16.6 million in South Korea where it surpassed Mugen Train’s original run.
  • Early reception is glowing, with a debut 100% Rotten Tomatoes score and praise for MAPPA’s animation and the movie’s romance-focused approach.
  • Industry tracking points to a launch in roughly 3,000 North American theaters with expectations below Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’s record returns.
  • Directed by Tatsuya Yoshihara and adapting Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Reze/Bomb Devil arc, the release is positioned as a premium big-screen event.