Known for its humorous, darkly comedic tone, Chainsaw Man Manga series fans went crazy after it was released in a volume of 12 episodes for season 1 in 2022.
The first episode of this brutal and high-end animation series from MAPPA, named “God & Chainsaw,” was released on 12 October 2022. Since then, the curiosity “When is Chainsaw Man anime season 2 coming out?” took the internet by storm.
Season 2 is rumored to roll out in 2024 by the Leakers. Let’s see what the other leaks are about season 2 of Chainsaw Man. Here, we will discuss Tatsuki Fujimoto’s illustrated Chainsaw Man Anime Season 2 Release Date, Plot, Cast, leaks, and where to watch it.
When Will Chainsaw Man Season 2 Release?
The Chainsaw Man anime season 1 has ended with the broadcast of its 12th episode. The anime so far showcased an anime adaptation of 38 chapters of the manga.
The leakers are saying that the production of season two is currently in progress. When the second season will be released, it does not have official news to claim.
We might have to wait till late 2024 for any official announcements from MAPPA regarding the release date of Chainsaw Man anime. From some leaked sources, it is anticipated to be released in autumn 2023 because the anime carries cold vibes.
If the wait for the anime continuation is unbearable to you, resume the manga from chapter 39.
The Chainsaw Man manga was beautifully concluded in December 2020. But soon after, it was revived in July 2022, entitled School Arc, with an introduction to the character of Asa Mitaka.
The fresh releases of the Chainsaw Man manga can be accessed on the Shueisha Shonen Jump+ website and app. Also you can even read it on the Mangaplus app and Viz Media app available worldwide.
A Quick Introduction Regarding the Series
| Total Number of Seasons | 1 |
| Total Number of Episodes | 12 |
| First Episode Date | 12-Oct-22 |
| Final Episode Release Date | 28-Dec-22 |
| Genre | Dark-fantasy, Action-Comedy |
| Based On | Tatsuki Fujimoto manga on the same name |
| Created By | Tatsuki Fujimoto |
| Directed By | Ryu Nakayama |
| Masato Nakazono | |
| Written By | Hiroshi Seko |
| Production Company | MAPPA |
Dubbed in languages Spanish, Latin American, Brazilian, German, Portuguese, French, and of course English, the Chainsaw Man anime was broadcasted in 200 countries on simulcast and Crunchyroll.
First off, episode 1 of the series was originally released on the TX network on 12 October 2022 (09:00 AM PT). New episodes altering the time zone have been released every week on Tuesday since then.
The time frame for this Ryū Nakayama & Masato Nakazono-directed series for India was 09:45 PM on 12 October.
This anime of unfiltered violence was released worldwide in accordance with their time zones. As announced by MAPPA studios, the series featured a total of 12 episodes in the first season.
What is the Expected Storyline of Chainsaw Man Anime Season 2?
Talking about the first season is an over-the-top RAD anime with violence and twists blended well. The story of this violent anime follows Denji, a boy indebted who manipulates devil hunters called Chainsaw Man.
From supernatural elements to horror, it has it all with circumventing themes like sacrifice and corruption. He sold his soul in exchange for Chainsaw after being the target of a group to be killed.
The second season of the series will resume from the sixth volume of the manga. The story continuation will include Reze, the bomb devil; interesting, right?
Some other devil’s assassination will be there with the motive to transform into Pochita(the chainsaw devil) by governing Denji’s heart. The Bomb Devil arc resumed part will also try to involve Denji in a romantic angle with Reze.
Expected Cast for Season 2
The anime series is said to be including most of the cast of devil and voice actors as it is. Here are some of the devil cast expected to be seen in season 2 according to the corresponding manga series. In addition to that, some new Japanese devil hunters are also anticipated.
DEVIL CAST
| Character | Played By |
| Angel Devil | Maaya Uchida |
| Spider Devil | Saori Goto |
| Tomato Devil | Hinata Tadokoro |
| Eternity Devil | Hironori Kondou |
| Future Devil | Hiroki |
| Bat Devil | Kenichirō Matsuda |
| Leech Devil | Ukyo Tachibana |
VOICE CAST
| VOICE ACTORS | CHARACTERS |
| Kikunosuke Toya | Denji |
| Tomori Kusunoki | Makima |
| Shogo Sakata | Aki Hayakawa |
| Fairouz Ai Kadota | Power |
| Shiori Izawa | Pochita |
| Reina Ueda | Reze |
| Karin Takahashi | Kobeni Higashiyama |
| Daiki Hamano | Katana Man |
| Kenjirou Tsuda | Kishibe |
Is Chainsaw Man Anime Available on Netflix?
Right from its release, the series was available to be watched on Netflix in Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea only. This restriction is continued and the series can be watched on Netflix in the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand.
You can not watch the series on the Netflix platform in European countries.
Internationally, the Netflix series collected a lot of appreciation, but any official news updates from the streaming network haven’t been rolled out.
Chainsaw Man Anime Season 2 Trailer
The trailer is yet to be launched. The series might take time till late 2023 for announcements to be made as there are other major in-hand projects that MAPPA is having. Going by the leakers, announcements for a movie are expected to be released before season 2 of the series.
There hasn’t been any trustable leaked clip being launched to be looked forward to.
Latest News Updates Regarding the Upcoming Season
- A piece of recent news at the start of Jan 2023 on-boarded where the Himeno and Kobeni participation in the Pop Up Parade was confirmed. Yes, you guessed it right, they’ll be dressed in their public safety devil hunter suit. They are first to appear in Japan, followed by North America in mid-2023.
- At the end of season 1, the chainsaw man defeated the katana man with the completion of the katana man arc. The story is said to resume from the Bomb Devil arc.
- Leakers have shown speculations regarding a movie to be released before the story of the anime resumes.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is there Season 2 of Chainsaw Man Anime?
Yes, season 2 of the series will be released. The Chainsaw Manga has covered a story till Katana acts so far. There are many cliffhangers in season 1 which can’t be answered without the launch of season 2.
2. When is Chainsaw Man Anime Season 2 Coming Out?
According to the rumors, the production of the upcoming season is in progress and is expected to release in 2024.
3. Where can I Watch Chainsaw Man Season 2?
The series could be watched over Prime Video and Netflix with territorial limitations. For worldwide viewers, the medium to watch season 2 would be Hulu, Crunchyroll, Bilibili, Ani-One, and Animax Korea.
4. Is Chainsaw Man Anime Cancelled?
Chainsaw Man manga is still going on and has reached 120 episodes, so there is plenty of material for the second part of the series production. Hence, the Chainsaw Man is not canceled yet. According to rumors, the series was divided into two core parts for season 1, and season 2 is set on a pedestal.
Conclusion
A hype similar to the one created after news of an anime adaptation of Chainsaw Man Anime can be sensed in the anime industry already. Let’s see when and where season 2 of the much-anticipated series will roll out.
