Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Film Unveils Full Maximum The Hormone Track Amidst Record-Breaking Box Office Success

The cinematic event, "Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc," has captivated audiences, now further igniting excitement with the release of a new promotional video showcasing the complete version of Maximum The Hormone's electrifying insert song, "Hawatari Nioku Centi (Zentai Suitei 70% Kaikin edit)." This powerful track, famously known as "2-Hundred-Million-Centimeter-Long Blades," holds a special place in the franchise, having first appeared in a truncated form as the ending theme for episode 3 of the TV anime. Its full, unedited debut in this new video is a moment fans have eagerly awaited, especially given the song's poignant lyrical connections to the character Reze.

The film's theatrical launch in Japan on September 19 was a monumental success, opening across an impressive 421 theaters. Enthusiastic midnight screenings drew crowds in major metropolitan centers including Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Hokkaido, with viewers experiencing the intense narrative in immersive MX4D, 4DX, and Dolby Cinema formats.

Box Office Performance

"Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc" has swiftly ascended to a box office phenomenon. Within a mere 24 days of its premiere, it sold an astounding 3.55 million tickets, generating a colossal 5.4 billion yen (approximately US$35.4 million) in revenue. This remarkable performance has allowed it to surpass the formidable "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle – Akaza Sairai," which previously dominated Japan’s box office for nine consecutive weeks. Film distributor TOHO projects the movie's total earnings to climb even higher, forecasting a final tally around 5 billion yen (US$34 million).

Film's Musical Landscape and Narrative

Adding to its formidable musical landscape, the film features additional theme songs: "IRIS OUT" and the compelling ending track "JANE DOE." Both are performed by the acclaimed duo Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada, underscoring a high-profile artistic collaboration that significantly elevates the film's appeal and sonic experience.

The narrative plunges into the dark and visceral world of Denji, who, as Chainsaw Man with a devil’s heart, aligns himself with the elite Special Division 4 devil hunters. The film expertly expands on Tatsuki Fujimoto’s original manga, delivering a potent blend of relentless action and profound emotional depth, all perfectly complemented by a dynamic soundtrack that resonates with the source material's bleak and gritty essence. This adaptation isn't just a movie; it's a testament to the franchise's enduring power, further solidifying "Chainsaw Man's" status as a definitive landmark in contemporary anime culture, drawing vast audiences and earning widespread critical acclaim.