Chainsaw Man (2022)
Kernel Score: 88% · 2,054 ratings
Genres: Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy
First aired: 2022-10-12
Seasons: 1 · 12 episodes
Where to watch Chainsaw Man
- Stream: Hulu, Crunchyroll
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Denji has a simple dream—to live a happy and peaceful life, spending time with a girl he likes. This is a far cry from reality, however, as Denji is forced by the yakuza into killing devils in order to pay off his crushing debts. Using his pet devil Pochita as a weapon, he is ready to do anything for a bit of cash.
Chainsaw Man parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Chainsaw Man is a graphic, violent anime about a young man forced to kill devils for the yakuza, rated TV-MA.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Keywords include gore, cruelty, and combat, and the show is rated TV-MA with dark, violent content throughout.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: A little — The protagonist's yakuza debt entanglement implies a criminal underworld setting.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Kikunosuke Toya as Denji (voice)
- Tomori Kusunoki as Makima (voice)
- Shogo Sakata as Aki Hayakawa (voice)
- Fairouz Ai as Power (voice)
Chainsaw Man FAQ
Is Chainsaw Man good?
Chainsaw Man has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 2,054 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Chainsaw Man?
In the US you can stream Chainsaw Man on Hulu and Crunchyroll and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Chainsaw Man OK for kids?
Chainsaw Man is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Chainsaw Man is a graphic, violent anime about a young man forced to kill devils for the yakuza, rated TV-MA.
What shows are like Chainsaw Man?
If you liked Chainsaw Man, try Tokyo Ghoul, JUJUTSU KAISEN, Devilman Crybaby and Fist of the North Star.