Denji Resurrection Event

Denji survives the Bomb Devil's ambush thanks to Pochita's contract and his own will to live.

The 'Denji Resurrection Event' marks the definitive conclusion of Part 1 in Chainsaw Man, where Denji is killed by Makima in Chapter 97. This death and subsequent resurrection serve as the narrative pivot point, transitioning the story into Part 2. While the upcoming film Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc adapts a major arc from Part 1 featuring the Bomb Devil, it does not depict Denji's final death by Makima or his return to life in that specific sequence. In the canonical timeline of the Reze Arc, Denji fights Reze but they do not resolve their conflict by jumping into the ocean together.

Quick Facts

Protagonist: Denji

Lore & Background

Regarding the Reze Arc specifically, while intense battles occur between Denji and the Bomb Devil, the narrative never concludes with them jumping into the ocean to neutralize powers. The arc ends with their separation and the aftermath of the battle in Tokyo's urban landscape, distinct from any non-canon 'happy ending' scenarios often speculated by fans.

Reader's Guide

Instead, it outlines the plot of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc. Key moments include Denji's date with Makima at a six-film marathon, his meeting with Reze in a phone booth during a storm, and their skinny dip in an outdoor pool. The turning point occurs when an assassin ambushes Reze, leading to her alliance with the Typhoon Devil. Fans should note that the film was released on September 19, 2025, by Toho in Japan, grossing $191.4 million worldwide. It received positive reviews, holding a 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes and an 'A' CinemaScore.

Did You Know?

Reze bites Denji's tongue during their kiss in Chapter 51 (Volume 6), a pivotal moment in their relationship.
The 'Denji Resurrection Event' is strictly defined by his death at Makima's hands, not a mid-battle revival by Pochita during the Reze fight.
Aki Hayakawa appears in the Reze Arc but passes away before the events of Part 2 where the Typhoon Devil appears.