Chainsaw Man Reze-hen is a “Reality Dating Show”?! Box Office Exceeds 8.7 Billion Yen, Ranking 76th All-Time!
The theatrical feature _Chainsaw Man Reze-hen_ is currently showing in theaters. A surprising collaboration has been unveiled between the film and Gunpii of the comedy duo Haru to Hikouki, presenting a reality dating show (style video) titled “Love Chainsaw.” Furthermore, exciting new date cuts have also arrived, showing Denji caught between Makima and Reze.
_Chainsaw Man_ is a manga serialized in “Shounen Jump+” by the genius Fujimoto Tatsuki, known for creating hit works like _Fire Punch_, _Look Back_, and _Sayonara Eri_. The series has surpassed 31 million copies in cumulative circulation. In 2022, a TV anime adaptation produced by the animation studio MAPPA, known for works such as _Jujutsu Kaisen_ and _Attack on Titan The Final Season_, was broadcast. This work has garnered high praise not only in Japan but worldwide, and is distributed in over 200 countries and regions.
The theatrical feature _Chainsaw Man Reze-hen_ is a film adaptation of the highly popular “Reze-hen” arc, which directly follows the TV anime’s final episode. This story depicts the protagonist Denji being swept up by the mysterious girl Reze, whom he meets by chance, as he hurtles towards an unpredictable destiny, all brought to life with MAPPA’s signature exhilarating battle action.
Since its release on September 19, the film has attracted 5.72 million viewers and earned over 8.76 billion yen in box office revenue over 59 days until November 16, ranking it 76th in Japan’s all-time box office history. It even reclaimed the #1 spot in the weekend attendance rankings, showing no signs of slowing down. Moreover, it has been released in over 100 countries and regions, including Korea and the United States, generating immense excitement globally.
This time, a surprising collaboration has come to fruition between the film and Gunpii of the comedy duo Haru to Hikouki, who is a self-professed fan of the original _Chainsaw Man_ manga. Gunpii, also popular as “Bakibaki Doutei” (shredded virgin) on his YouTube channel “Bakidou Channel,” serves as the program’s navigator. He observes Denji’s romantic developments, sometimes with a watchful eye, and sometimes with sharp commentary, in this new style of reality dating show (style video).
This video unravels the film’s story from the perspective of a reality dating show. It follows Denji, a Devil Hunter who is Chainsaw Man, possessing a devil’s heart, and is affiliated with the Public Safety Devil Hunter Special Division 4. While on his first date with his superior, Makima, for whom he harbors deep feelings, he happens to meet a mysterious girl named Reze while taking shelter from the rain, and his ordinary life begins to change…
During the date scenes with Makima, Gunpii empathizes with Makima’s every move, exclaiming, “How mysterious!” and “Denji-kun’s feelings, I understand them…!” He also gets flustered alongside Denji by Reze’s gestures and enchanting scenes, reacting with “So cute~” and “Wow~.” It’s definitely worth watching this with Gunpii, who deeply empathizes with Denji’s “I can’t choose~” predicament, making you feel like Denji himself. The subsequent developments must be witnessed in theaters! Watching this is sure to deepen your understanding and appreciation of Denji, Makima, and Reze’s charm.
Furthermore, the latter half of the video features a special interview with Gunpii. He passionately discusses his first encounter with _Chainsaw Man_ and the work’s captivating appeal. When faced with the ultimate question, “Are you Team Makima or Team Reze?”, he even made a wry face. Having just finished watching the movie, Gunpii shared his enthusiastic impressions, continuously empathizing with Denji’s actions throughout. This talk, overflowing with deep love for _Chainsaw Man_ and a sense of closeness to Denji, is a must-see!
The theatrical feature _Chainsaw Man Reze-hen_ is currently showing.
Theatrical Feature Chainsaw Man Reze-hen Production Details
September 19 (Friday) – November 16 (Sunday), 59-day performance:
Audience Attendance: 5.72 million people
Box Office Revenue: 8.76 billion yen
*Ranked 76th in Japan’s all-time domestic box office revenue ranking (as of 11/17, according to Kogyo Tsushinsha)
Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Original Story | Fujimoto Tatsuki (Serialized in Shueisha’s “Shounen Jump+”) |
| Director | Yoshihara Tatsuya |
| Screenplay | Seko Hiroshi |
| Character Design | Sugiyama Kazutaka |
| Assistant Director | Nakazono Masato |
| Sub-Character Design | Yamazaki Shouta Shun |
| Main Animator | Shouichi |
| Action Director | Shigeji Souta |
| Devil Design | Matsuura Riki, Oshiyama Kiyotaka |
| Costume Design | Yamamoto Aya |
| Art Director | Takeda Yuusuke |
| Color Design | Nakano Naomi |
| Color Script | Riku |
| 3DCG Directors | Watanabe Daiki, Tamai Mahiro |
| Cinematography Director | Itou Teppei |
| Editor | Yoshitake Masato |
| Sound Director | Nagura Yasushi |
| Music | Ushio Kensuke |
| Distribution | Toho |
| Animation Production | MAPPA |
| Theme Song | Yonezu Kenshi “IRIS OUT” (Sony Music Labels Inc.) |
| Ending Theme | Yonezu Kenshi, Utada Hikaru “JANE DOE” (Sony Music Labels Inc.) |
| Insert Song | MAXIMUM THE HORMONE “Hadawari Nioku Senchi (Zentai Suitei 70% Kaikin edit)” (Warner Music Japan) |
Cast
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Denji | Totani Kikunosuke |
| Pochita | Izawa Shiori |
| Makima | Kusunoki Tomori |
| Hayakawa Aki | Sakata Shougo |
| Power | Fairouz Ai |
| Higashiyama Kobeni | Takahashi Karin |
| Beam | Hanae Natsuki |
| Bouryoku no Majin | Uchida Yuuya |
| Tenshi no Akuma | Uchida Maaya |
| Kishibe | Tsuda Kenjirou |
| Bokutaichou | Takahashi Hidenori |
| Nomo | Akabane Kenji |
| Nazo no Otoko | Nomura Kenji |
| Taifuu no Akuma | Kitamura Eri |
| Reze | Ueda Reina |
(C)2025 MAPPA／Chainsaw Man Project (C)Fujimoto Tatsuki／Shueisha
