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Chainsaw Man Unveils International Assassins Arc at Jump Festa

12/21/2025

Summary

Story summary

At Jump Festa 2026, Chainsaw Man announced Studio MAPPA will animate the sixth Public Safety Saga arc, 'International Assassins'.
This arc follows the 'Reze Arc' movie, which topped Japan's box office.
The arc will follow Denji after his betrayal as assassins, including the Russian government, threaten him.
A teaser trailer and a key visual were released.
A live-action stage adaptation of the Reze Arc is planned for Summer 2026.

History

Historical Context

The Japanese manga industry transformed in 1997 with the launch of "One Piece," which sold over 100 million copies and popularized serialized storytelling. As print media declined, Shueisha adapted by launching Manga Plus in 2019, expanding global access to manga. The announcement of the 'International Assassins' arc at Jump Festa 2026 highlights the ongoing trend of adapting successful manga into various media formats, enhancing international interest.

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Story summary

At Jump Festa 2026, Chainsaw Man announced Studio MAPPA will animate the sixth Public Safety Saga arc, 'International Assassins'.
This arc follows the 'Reze Arc' movie, which topped Japan's box office.
The arc will follow Denji after his betrayal as assassins, including the Russian government, threaten him.
A teaser trailer and a key visual were released.
A live-action stage adaptation of the Reze Arc is planned for Summer 2026.

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