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Chainsaw Man: Episodes, Story and Where to Watch

Chainsaw Man (2022): what the anime is about, key facts and where to watch, in one evergreen guide.

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Chainsaw Man (2022) is a action, fantasy anime produced by MAPPA. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 8.42/10 from 1,154,692 ratings.

What is Chainsaw Man about?

Denji is robbed of a normal teenage life, left with nothing but his deadbeat father's overwhelming debt. His only companion is his pet, the chainsaw devil Pochita, with whom he slays devils for money that inevitably ends up in the yakuza's pockets. All Denji can do is dream of a good, simple life: one with delicious food and a beautiful girlfriend by his side. But an act of greedy betrayal by the yakuza leads to Denji's brutal, untimely death, crushing all hope of him ever achieving happiness.

Key details

Chainsaw Man runs for 12 episodes and its status is "finished airing". It premiered in the fall 2022 season. Content rating: R - 17+ (violence & profanity).

Where to watch Chainsaw Man

Streaming availability changes by region. Major anime platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hidive rotate their catalogs, so check your local listings for Chainsaw Man.

Frequently asked questions

What is Chainsaw Man about?

Denji is robbed of a normal teenage life, left with nothing but his deadbeat father's overwhelming debt. His only companion is his pet, the chainsaw devil Pochita, with whom he slays devils for money that inevitably ends up in the yakuza's pockets. A

How many episodes does Chainsaw Man have?

Chainsaw Man has 12 episodes.

What is the MAL rating of Chainsaw Man?

Chainsaw Man is rated 8.42/10 on MyAnimeList.

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