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‘Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc’ Stays No. 1 in North America, Races Past $100 Million Worldwide

Word-of-mouth, a big‑screen‑tuned cut, premium‑format appeal together fuel the run.

Overview

  • After seven days, the film has reached about $24.8 million in North America with record midweek holds, including the third‑biggest non‑opening Thursday and Wednesday for an international release, per Box Office Mojo.
  • It has already topped Ne Zha 2’s $23.3 million domestic total and is on pace to surpass Dragon Ball Super: Broly’s $30.7 million for sixth all‑time among anime films in the region.
  • Global grosses have crossed $100 million, with Japan contributing an estimated $48.8 million to date.
  • Excluding Demon Slayer titles, the movie delivered the biggest U.S. opening weekend for an anime feature since Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, according to Collider.
  • Director Tatsuya Yoshihara and assistant director Masato Nakazono say the adaptation preserves Tatsuki Fujimoto’s tone while adding original large‑scale action and immersive surround sound, highlighting an expanded Typhoon battle.