Has "Chainsaw Man" ended? The second part of the manga "Academy Arc" is currently being serialized, and here's the anime progress at a glance!

Preface: The Unceasing Sound of the Chainsaw

Since manga artist Tatsuki Fujimoto's "Chainsaw Man" swept the globe with its cult, unrestrained style, "Has this work ended?" has become a common question in the hearts of many new and old fans. The answer might be a bit more complex than you imagine. Simply put: The manga has not ended, but the story has entered a brand new chapter; the anime, in the form of a movie, is continuing to tell the subsequent story. Next, let's delve into an analysis of the current serialization and anime progress status of "Chainsaw Man".

Manga Progress: Part 1 "Public Safety Arc" Concluded, Part 2 "Academy Arc" Takes Over

The impression many readers have that "Chainsaw Man" has ended actually comes from the conclusion of the manga's first part.

• Part 1 "Public Safety Arc" (Manga Chapters 1 - 97): This part of the story began serialization in "Weekly Shōnen Jump" around the end of 2018 and reached its shocking conclusion in early 2021. The "Public Safety Arc" fully narrates the experience of the boy Denji, from being a debt-ridden bottom-tier human, merging with the Chainsaw Devil Pochita, becoming "Chainsaw Man", and joining the Public Safety Devil Hunter Special Division 4. After the final battle with Makima, Denji's story reached a point that seemed like an ending, which is the main reason many people thought the story was over.

• Part 2 "Academy Arc" (Manga Chapters 98 - Ongoing): After the conclusion of Part 1, the official announcement stated that the story was not over but would move to the online manga platform "Shōnen Jump+" to continue serialization. Part 2 "Academy Arc" officially began in July 2022, shifting the story's perspective to a gloomy high school girl named Asa Mitaka. Due to circumstances, she merges with the "War Devil" Yoru, and in order to reclaim her body, she must find and kill the "Chainsaw Man," who has become an urban legend in society. Of course, our protagonist Denji also reappears as a high school student, and the story unfolds around these two main characters. As of August 2025, Part 2 is still being serialized fervently, with the plot becoming increasingly mysterious.

Anime Progress: From Season 1 to the "Reze Arc" Movie

For viewers who only follow the anime, the progress is relatively clearer.

• Anime Season 1 (All 12 Episodes): The first season of the anime, produced by the renowned studio MAPPA, finished airing in October 2022. Its content adapts the beginning of the manga's Part 1 "Public Safety Arc," roughly up to Chapter 38, which is the point where Denji's fierce battle with Katana Man ends and Aki Hayakawa dreams of the Future Devil revealing a cruel future.

• Movie "Chainsaw Man: The Reze Arc": After the first season concluded, it was officially announced that the highly popular "Reze Arc" from the original work would be produced in movie format. This movie will directly continue the story from Anime Season 1 and is scheduled to be released globally starting September 2025. The story will focus on the brief yet deeply memorable summer romance between Denji and the mysterious girl Reze.

Conclusion: The Story Continues, Its Cult Appeal Undiminished

In summary, the story of "Chainsaw Man" is far from its end. The manga is steadily serializing as "Part 2," introducing a new protagonist and mysteries, making the world view even grander. The anime, through movies and potential future second seasons, is steadily presenting the crazy and captivating world penned by Tatsuki Fujimoto to a global audience. Whether you are a manga reader or an anime fan, the roaring sound of the chainsaw will continue to echo for a long time to come.

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