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Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Releases More Info and Theme Song Single Cover Art
The highly anticipated anime film Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc continues to build excitement with the latest official updates. Alongside new details about the film’s theme song, fans have been treated to the cover art of the single, illustrated by the artist himself, Kenshi Yonezu.
New Theme Song “IRIS OUT” by Kenshi Yonezu
Acclaimed musician Kenshi Yonezu returns to the Chainsaw Man universe with his latest contribution, “IRIS OUT”, the official theme song for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc. Known for his unique artistic flair and musical style, Yonezu previously wrote “KICK BACK,” the opening theme of the Chainsaw Man TV anime, which achieved critical and commercial success. His newest song marks his second contribution to the franchise.
“IRIS OUT” is scheduled for release on September 24, 2024, as a double A-side single. While the second track’s title has not yet been disclosed, fans can expect multiple formats of the single, including a standard edition and two limited editions, each themed around the two tracks.
Kenshi Yonezu’s Exclusive Cover Art
Yonezu is also an accomplished visual artist and has created the official cover illustration for the “IRIS OUT” single. True to his creative tradition, the cover prominently features Reze, one of the central characters in the upcoming film. The illustration captures the character’s emotional depth and is expected to resonate with both longtime followers and newcomers to the series.
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc: Official Premiere Dates
The film Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will premiere in Japanese theaters on September 19, 2024. The international release begins shortly after, starting on September 24. In the United States, the film is officially scheduled for release on October 29, 2024, distributed by Sony Pictures. These confirmed dates provide worldwide fans ample opportunity to experience the next chapter of the Chainsaw Man narrative shortly after the Japanese debut.
Production Studio and Creative Staff
The movie is being produced by the renowned animation studio MAPPA, which also handled the original TV anime adaptation of Chainsaw Man. MAPPA is widely respected for its work on titles such as Jujutsu Kaisen and Attack on Titan Final Season, and continues to bring its high production values to the Chainsaw Man franchise.
Tatsuya Yoshihara, who directed select episodes of the Chainsaw Man TV series (episodes 4 and 10), returns as the film’s director. Yoshihara is also known for his work on the Black Clover TV anime, further cementing his expertise in action-heavy storytelling. Hiroshi Seko serves as the screenplay writer, reprising his role from the TV series. The character designs are led by Kazutaka Sugiyama, with Souta Yamazaki and Shun supporting as sub-character designers.
Additional key staff members include:
- Sota Shigetsugu – Action Animation Director
- Shoichi – Main Animator
- Riki Matsuura – Devil Design
- Kiyotaka Oshiyama – Devil Design (also known for directing Look Back)
The consistent involvement of returning staff members ensures that the visual style and tone of the original anime series will be maintained, while also expanding on the story’s emotional and action-driven elements.
Voice Cast and Streaming Availability
Though the official voice cast for the Reze Arc movie has not yet been fully confirmed, it is expected that returning talent from the original Chainsaw Man TV anime will reprise their roles. The TV series originally premiered in October 2022 and is currently available for streaming on Crunchyroll.
Crunchyroll describes the story of Chainsaw Man as follows:
“One day, as he was living his miserable life trying to pay off the debt he inherited from his parents, he got betrayed and killed. As he was losing his consciousness, he made a deal with Pochita and got resurrected as the ‘Chainsaw Man’: the owner of the Devil’s heart.”
Building on the Success of the Franchise
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is the next official installment in the Chainsaw Man franchise, adapted from the manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto. The film will focus on the Reze Arc, a pivotal part of the manga series known for exploring deeper emotional themes while expanding the lore of devils and hybrid beings in the Chainsaw Man universe.
With an award-winning musician contributing the theme song, high-profile staff returning to direct and animate the movie, and confirmed global release dates, the Reze Arc film is poised to deliver a cinematic experience that meets the high expectations set by the original anime adaptation.
