Best fit
Use story order for a first run
This route is designed for viewers who want to start the franchise without turning every movie, OVA, special, or recap into a required step.
Suggested viewing order
Chainsaw Man Watch Order (2026): Season 1, Reze Arc
Chainsaw Man currently has a short main path: Season 1, then Reze Arc movie-era material as it becomes available. Use this as a franchise map, not a replacement for official release information.
Quick answer
Chainsaw Man in 3 main steps
Watch Chainsaw Man Season 1 first, continue with The Movie: Reze Arc, then follow the direct sequel entry listed in the current catalog. Ending videos, music clips, and promotional shorts are not required.
Chainsaw Man → Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc → Chainsaw Man: Shikaku-hen
Main route3 entries
Core movies1
Can wait or skip1 extras
Not required
Completionist material can wait
Release order and optional entries are included for context, but the recommended route is the safer default when you care about story flow.
Before starting
Check movie and OVA labels
Movies, OVAs, specials, spin-offs, and recap entries do different jobs. Use the optional notes before assuming a format is essential.
Legal watching note
Route only, not playback
Airing Atlas does not host episodes, downloads, or unofficial streams. Use official services and regional rights holders when you are ready to watch.
Release order
Original release path
Use this if you prefer to watch the franchise as audiences encountered it over time.
Skip and OVA notes
Optional material
Ending music videos and promotional extras are optional. The main route is the TV series and direct sequel material.
Legal watching note
Airing Atlas does not host episodes or link to unauthorized streams. Use official streaming, broadcaster, or publisher links where they are available in your region.
Watch order FAQ
Chainsaw Man watch order questions
What is the Chainsaw Man watch order?
The recommended first-watch route is Chainsaw Man → Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc → Chainsaw Man: Shikaku-hen. Optional movies, OVAs, specials, and recap entries can wait unless the route labels them as core story material.
How many Chainsaw Man movies are in the main watch order?
The current recommended route contains 1 core movie: Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc. Other movie-format entries listed as optional or recap material are not required for the main route.
What should I watch after Chainsaw Man Season 1?
Continue with direct sequel material such as the Reze Arc movie when it is available in your region.
Are Chainsaw Man music videos part of the story?
No. They are optional extras and should not be treated as main watch-order entries.