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Chainsaw Man

Chainsaw Man is a dark fantasy manga created by Tatsuki Fujimoto. The series follows Denji, a young man who merges with his devil-dog Pochita to become Chainsaw Man. He s the Public Safety Devil Hunters to fight devils threatening Japan. The series explores themes of violence, power, and survival. Since its debut in 2018, Chainsaw Man has gained immense popularity, leading to a critically acclaimed anime adaptation.

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Chainsaw Man (2022) anime poster
Created by
Tatsuki Fujimoto
Films
Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc (2025)
First TV Show
Chainsaw Man
Latest TV Show
Chainsaw Man
First Episode Air Date
October 12, 2022
Cast
Kikunosuke Toya, Tomori Kusunoki, Shôgo Sakata, Ai Fairouz, Mariya Ise, Kenjiro Tsuda, Shiori Izawa, Reina Ueda

TV Show(s)
Chainsaw Man
Character(s)
Denji, Pochita, Makima, Power, Aki Hayakawa, Kobeni Higashiyama, Himeno, Reze
Denji and Pochita staring at each other in Chainsaw Man's first episode.
When Will Chainsaw Man Season 2 Go Live? The Wait Is Going to Hurt Us

Chainsaw Man's second season likely will not be debuting anytime soon, based on the past release schedule the anime typically follows.

The Four Horsemen of Chainsaw Man
Chainsaw Man: Who Are the Four Horsemen Of the Apocalypse?

Delve into the powers, personalities, and dynamic roles of the Four Horsemen—Control, War, Famine, and Death—in the thrilling Chainsaw Man saga.

Solo Leveling's Jinwoo and shadow soldiers behind Denji and Pochita from Chainsaw Man
After Toppling One Piece, Solo Leveling Just Usurped One of Chainsaw Man's Top Records

Solo Leveling is anime's number one series right now and its rapid approach to topping Chainsaw Man's first episode reviews proves it.

Jujutsu Kaisen Denji Chainsaw Man Dandadan custom cover image by Lauren Kells
Can't Wait For More Chainsaw Man Anime? These 10 Anime Will Hold You Over For Now

If you just finished and loved Chainsaw Man, these ten anime series should be next on your watchlist, because they are just as spectacular.

Chainsaw Man's latest mysterious potential Death Devil in front of Denji and Yoru.
Chainsaw Man's Death Devil Is Here, And They're Unlike Anything We Expected

Chainsaw Man Part Two has spent the majority of its narrative teasing the Death Devil, but no one expected her to be the way she is.

Denji in his Chainsaw Man form kneeling in front of the fake Chainsaw Man revealed in chapter #196.
Viral Chainsaw Man Theory Unpacks the Story's Final Fight, Teasing the True Power of Devils

Chainsaw Man's newest devil has arrived, and it may just change everything we thought we knew about the series' terrifying villains.

Kaiman from Dorohedoro posing in front of the poster for Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc.
There's No Denying It: 2025 Will Be a Great Year Studio MAPPA

Studio MAPPA is known for producing some of the highest quality anime series and films ever, and fans can expect big things from them in 2025.

Who could be the person who looks like the Chainsaw Man double in chapter 111
It's Been Years, But I Still Don't Get Why Chainsaw Man Stirred Such Criticism

Chainsaw Man was one of the most anticipated anime releases ever leading up to its premiere, and then stirred nothing but controversy.

Feature header contrasting Denji with a silhouette of the fake Chainsaw Man
Finally! Chainsaw Man Is Revisiting a Fake Devil, Teasing Denji's Greatest Fight Yet

Chainsaw Man has finally given people a full look at its eponymous hero's enigmatic imposter, and he's already the perfect opponent for Denji.

Denji and Pochita in front of a  featuring Aging Devil from Chainsaw Man Chapter #187.
Chainsaw Man Director Launches New Anime Studio, Teasing a New Industry Standard

Chainsaw Man's director, Ryū Nakayama, is starting a new anime studio with the hopes of creating an environment that is better for animators.

Denji and Yoru standing in front of the Death Devil in Chainsaw Man #196.
Chainsaw Man Debuts Its Final Herald, Bringing the Death Devil to Life at Long Last

Chainsaw Man has been hurdling towards its finale for some time, and it seems the series' final sister of the apocalypse has finally arrived.

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Denji looking shocked next to a blurred image of Chainsaw Man's new form.
Chainsaw Man Debuts The Title Hero's New Form, And It Is the Most Metal Design We've Ever Seen

Chainsaw Man just debuted a new form for its title hero, and it's so metal that we're losing our minds with how cool it is.

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Usopp in the Fishman Island remaster
In Defense of Anime Cowards: Why Chainsaw Man, One Piece Are Ahead of Their Time

While they are often not the leading protagonist, cowards like One Piece's Usopp and Chainsaw Man's Kobeni are crucial shonen characters.

Denji and Yoru posing in front of a  from Chainsaw Man chapter #175.
"Worse Than Humanity's Extinction": Chainsaw Man Teases the War Devil's True Endgame

Devils in Chainsaw Man don’t just represent physical threats but also deep psychological fears.

Denji and Yoru posing in front of a Chainsaw Man Part One , featuring Denji and Power.
Chainsaw Man’s Creator Already Told Us the Surprising Reason Part 2 Differs From Part 1

Chainsaw Man Part 2 has been somewhat divisive within the series' fan base, but its creator already told us why it differs so greatly from Part 1.

Chainsaw Man's latest mysterious potential Death Devil in front of Denji and Yoru.
Has Chainsaw Man Found Its Final Herald? A Devilish New Theory Thinks So

Chainsaw Man is approaching its climactic finale, and the appearance of an all-new devil might just be the first sign of the end of times.

Chainsaw Man's Denji Blushes as Yoru looks ive and flicks blood off her face.
Chainsaw Man Cliffhanger Ushers In a Mysterious New Devil Who Wants to "Save" Us All

Chainsaw Man has been building up towards its climactic final for some time, and it seems it has arrived in an all-new, mysterious devil.

Denji and Yoru posing in front of a still image of Makima from the Chainsaw Man anime.
History Repeats Itself, But Can Chainsaw Man Dodge Makima's Second Coming?

Denji's obsession with Makima is now extending to Yoru, setting him up to repeat the same mistake.

Denji holding up a finger while posing in front of promotional art for Chainsaw Man Part Two.
Expect the Unexpected: Chainsaw Man Is So Good Because It Keeps on Beating Allegations

Denji is consistently on the receiving end of criticism, but Chainsaw Man continues proving his critics wrong with each new entry.

Denji in his Chainsaw Man form in front of a background featuring Asa and Denji.
Chainsaw Man Cliffhanger Ushers In a Big Comeback, Setting Up Denji's Next Confrontation

Chainsaw Man has focused heavily on Denji and Yoru in recent chapters, but one character has returned to confront the series' protagonist.