This 98% Fresh Gem Rivals 'Infinity Castle' as the Best Anime Movie of 2025

Thanks to its unique style, wild characters, and perfect balance of dark humor and brutality, Chainsaw Man has become a cultural phenomenon.

However, the feature-length movie, Reze Arc, raised the bar even higher. It transformed Denji's story into a profound, emotional statement that challenges even such a hit as Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.

What Is 'Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc' About?

Denji meets Reze, a charming barista. The girl with the beautiful smile is intelligent, wry, and understanding. She shares his dark sense of humor and provides the warmth he's been missing.

For the first time, Denji begins to question his lifestyle. Is it worth risking his life every day at the Public Safety Bureau for a roof over his head and a slice of bread when he could have a shot at ordinary happiness?

However, behind the idyllic facade lies a dangerous truth, and love will soon hurt him far more than the claws of the cruelest demon.

'Reze Arc' Is Even Better Than the First Season of 'Chainsaw Man'

While the first season of the title was renowned for its surrealism and crazy characters, the feature-length movie adds depth to the story. For the first time, Chainsaw Man explores complex, multifaceted relationships.

The movie retains all the franchise's hallmarks – spectacular battles, dark humor, and extreme violence – while building to a powerful, emotional finale.

After watching it, one thing is clear: Reze Arc is a more mature and nuanced work than anything we've seen in the series.

'Chainsaw Man' Movie Is Deeper and More Thoughtful Than 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle'

In 2025, anime fans were given two titans: Reze Arc and Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.

While the latter is a nonstop action film that brilliantly concludes Akaza's backstory, the Chainsaw Man movie offers something more.

Infinity Castle impresses with its scale and spectacle but quickly fades from memory. Reze Arc, by contrast, leaves a bittersweet aftertaste, prompting long-lasting reflection on what you've seen and the characters' motives.

What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc'?

• Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc has 95% from critics and 98% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.

• On IMDb, the anime has a score of 8.6/10.

• On Letterboxd, the movie scored 4.4/5.0.

Where to Watch 'Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc'?

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is currently playing in theaters.