The Chainsaw Man fandom has been on edge since the first season tore through screens in 2022, blending raw action, dark humor, and gut-punching emotion. Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga-turned-anime left everyone hungry for more of Denji’s wild ride as the Chainsaw Devil. So, what’s the deal with Season 2? Here’s the latest on whether it’s happening, when it might drop, who’s in the cast, and what the story holds.
Is Chainsaw Man Season 2 Officially On?
The burning question: is Chainsaw Man Season 2 a go? As of September 2025, MAPPA, the studio that brought the first season to life, hasn’t waved the official green flag. But don’t lose hope. The first season smashed records on Crunchyroll and scored an 8.3/10 on IMDb, with the manga selling over 30 million copies by late 2024. That kind of love doesn’t just fade away.
Instead of diving straight into Season 2, MAPPA’s cooking up Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, hitting Japanese theaters on September 19, 2025, and North America and the UK on October 29, 2025. Think of it like Demon Slayer’s Mugen Train—a big cinematic move to keep the hype alive. Whispers from anime blogs and X posts, plus some leaked Shueisha documents, suggest Season 2 is likely in the works, with a possible announcement at AnimeJapan on March 23, 2026. The movie’s the main event right now, but Season 2 feels like a “when,” not an “if.”
When Could Chainsaw Man Season 2 Hit Screens?
Without a confirmed renewal, nailing down a release date is tough, but there’s enough to make an educated guess. The Reze Arc movie in late 2025 covers the next big chunk of the story, so Season 2 likely won’t drop before it’s out. MAPPA took about two years to craft Season 1, from start to finish (2020–2022). If Season 2’s already in production, late 2026 or early 2027 feels like a solid bet.
X posts and fan forums point to a similar timeline, though MAPPA’s juggling heavy-hitters like Jujutsu Kaisen and The Rose of Versailles. The Reze Arc movie’s box office numbers could push MAPPA to speed things up or take their time. For now, circle the movie’s release on the calendar and watch for updates at AnimeJapan 2026.
Who’s Back and Who’s New in the Cast?
The voice cast made Season 1 unforgettable, and most of the crew should return for Season 2, based on the manga and the Reze Arc movie. Here’s the lineup fans can expect:
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Kikunosuke Toya (Japanese) / Ryan Colt Levy (English) as Denji: The chainsaw-swinging hero keeps chasing his dream of a simple life while slicing through devils.
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Tomori Kusunoki (Japanese) / Suzie Yeung (English) as Makima: The mysterious Control Devil stays central, with her true plans unraveling.
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Shogo Sakata (Japanese) / Reagan Murdock (English) as Aki Hayakawa: Aki’s story gets heavier, carrying the weight of his past.
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Fairouz Ai (Japanese) / Sarah Wiedenheft (English) as Power: The wild Blood Fiend brings chaos and heart, though her path takes dark turns.
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Karin Takahashi (Japanese) / Bryn Apprill (English) as Kobeni Higashiyama: Kobeni’s anxious vibes and surprising grit will shine again.
The Reze Arc movie introduces Reze, voiced by Reina Ueda in Japanese, with her English voice still under wraps. Season 2 might bring in fresh faces like Quanxi, a lethal hybrid assassin, and Santa Claus, a creepy doll-wielding baddie, but their voice actors aren’t confirmed yet. The movie’s Tokyo premiere on September 15, 2025, will feature stars like Toya, Kusunoki, and Ueda, hinting they’re locked in for the long haul.
What’s the Story in Season 2?
Season 1 tackled the manga’s first 38 chapters, wrapping with Denji’s fight against Katana Man and the Gun Devil hunt heating up. The Reze Arc movie covers chapters 39–52, the Bomb Girl Arc, where Denji meets Reze, a café worker who sparks a sweet romance. But Reze’s secret as the Bomb Devil Hybrid flips things into a whirlwind of action and heartbreak.
Season 2 should pick up with the International Assassins Arc, Gun Devil Arc, and maybe the Control Devil Arc, roughly chapters 53–90. Here’s what’s coming, without spoiling the big twists:
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International Assassins Arc: Denji takes on deadly hitmen from across the globe, including hybrids like Quanxi. MAPPA’s animation will make these fights pop off the screen.
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Gun Devil Showdown: The terrifying Gun Devil steps into the spotlight, pushing Denji and his crew to their breaking points.
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Makima’s Secrets: Big truths about Makima’s role as the Control Devil shake things up, hitting Denji, Aki, and Power hard.
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Emotional Stakes: Denji’s dream of a normal life clashes with his devil-hunting gig, while Aki and Power face choices that could change everything.
These arcs dial up the intensity, mixing brutal battles with the emotional depth Chainsaw Man is known for. MAPPA’s visuals will likely make every moment hit harder.
