Dan Da Dan
Dan Da Dan
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Dan Da Dan

8.5
Yr 2024
Status Returning Series
Animation Action & Adventure Comedy Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Series Brief

Overview

In a bet to prove whether ghosts or aliens exist, two high schoolers face terrifying paranormal threats, gain superpowers and maybe even fall in love?!

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 90 /100

However, the show's raunchy and eccentric content has drawn mixed reactions from family-focused guides. While Common Sense Media highlights its wacky concepts alongside disturbing elements, faith-based reviewers at Plugged In take a much firmer stance, warning audiences about its problematic and edgy humor.

“a gorgeously animated, terrifying, genre-blending series”

“irreverent humor, kinetic action, terrifying imagery, and heart”

“blends horror, supernatural elements, and outrageous humor, creating a thrilling and entertaining experience”

“cringe-worthy at best and extremely problematic at its worst”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
US • UK • CA
Adult Swim
US
Crunchyroll
UK • CA • US
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Netflix Standard with Ads
CA • US • UK
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
CA
Amazon Prime Video
CA
Crunchyroll Amazon Channel
US • CA • UK
Hulu
US
YouTube TV
US
Why fans love it

Launched in 2024, Dan Da Dan brings a fresh surge of energy to the shounen genre by merging high school life with chaotic paranormal action. Based on the manga, this animated comedy-adventure revolves around two students who make a bet over the existence of ghosts versus aliens. Their wager thrusts them straight into a world of terrifying monsters, spirits, and supernatural powers, seamlessly blending sci-fi, fantasy, and comedy.

The appeal lies in how effortlessly the series balances bizarre occult threats with a developing romantic connection between its leads. Supported by a strong voice cast that includes Shion Wakayama, the show thrives on its fast-paced action, sudden comedic shifts, and fun character dynamics. It successfully transforms a simple high school debate about spirits and aliens into a wild, super-powered adventure.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 65
Regulars 3
Longest run 7 eps
Shion Wakayama
Shion Wakayama
as Momo Ayase (voice)
Natsuki Hanae
Natsuki Hanae
as Ken 'Okarun' Takakura (voice)
Mayumi Tanaka
Mayumi Tanaka
as Turbo Granny (voice)
Nana Mizuki
Nana Mizuki
as Seiko (voice)
Kaori Maeda
Kaori Maeda
as Miko (voice)
6 episodes
Miyu Tomita
Miyu Tomita
as Muko (voice)
5 episodes
Ryunosuke Watanuki
Ryunosuke Watanuki
as Momo's Boyfriend (voice)
1 episode
Hikaru Tanaka
Hikaru Tanaka
as Male Student A (voice)
1 episode
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Seitaro Taniguchi as Male Student B (voice) 1 episode Satomi Kobashi as Elementary School Boy (voice) 1 episode Mayuko Kazama as Elementary School Boy (voice) 1 episode Ryuuzaburou Ootomo as Flatwoods Monster (voice) 1 episode Hayato Kashiwazaki as Shoma (voice) 1 episode Naoki Tamanoi as Taxi Driver (voice) 1 episode Shitan En as Assistant Producer (voice) 1 episode Emi Taniguchi as TV Announcer (voice) 1 episode Ruka Yashiro as Couple Woman (voice) 1 episode Ayane Sakura as Aira Shiratori (voice) 7 episodes Aya Yamane as Tsubame (voice) 3 episodes Natsu Yorita as Anzu (voice) 3 episodes Masumi Tazawa as Momo's Friend A (voice) 1 episode Konomi Inagaki as Momo's Friend B (voice) 1 episode Kouki Hoshino as Classmate (voice) 1 episode Koki Koyasu as Male Student A (voice) 1 episode Kouki Osuzu as Male Student B (voice) 1 episode Tasuku Kaito as Male Student C (voice) 1 episode Koseki Kogure as Student C (voice) 2 episodes Koji Seki as TV Station Producer (voice) 3 episodes Yukiko Motoyoshi as Receptionist (voice) 3 episodes Kikuko Inoue as Acrobatic Silky (voice) 2 episodes Shohei Komatsu as Classmate (voice) 1 episode Tomohiro Ohmachi as Male Student 1 (voice) 1 episode Kyohei Zenyoji as Male Student 2 (voice) 1 episode Kazuya Nakai as Serpoians (voice) 3 episodes Tomoya Ito as Male Student D (voice) 2 episodes Hina Kino as Akusara's Daughter (voice) 1 episode Daisuke Takahashi as Aira's Father (voice) 1 episode Seiyu Fujiwara as Man (voice) 1 episode Tomokazu Seki as Dover Demon (voice) 3 episodes Takeshi Miyajima as Teacher (voice) 1 episode Tatsumaru Tachibana as Student B (voice) 1 episode Kaito Ishikawa as Jin 'Jiji' Enjouji (voice) 3 episodes Naomi Ohzora as Chiquitita (voice) 1 episode Chiaki Takahashi as Mr. Queen (voice) 1 episode Kosuke Echigoya as Male Teacher (voice) 1 episode Kureha Maki as Classmate A (voice) 1 episode Ayano Shibuya as Classmate B (voice) 1 episode Eriko Kadokura as Classmate C (voice) 1 episode Rikuya Yasuda as Classmate D (voice) 1 episode Daichi Fujiwara as Classmate E (voice) 1 episode Serika Hiromatsu as Classmate F (voice) 1 episode Hayato Furusawa as Classmate G (voice) 1 episode Tomokazu Sugita as Taro (voice) 2 episodes Fumi Hirano as Hana (voice) 2 episodes Koji Marunaka as English Teacher (voice) 1 episode Kanon Amane as Female Student B (voice) 1 episode Shirou Saitou as Kito Kazuichi (voice) 1 episode Shunichi Maki as Kito Jumaniel (voice) 1 episode Michitake Kikuchi as Kito Norihikoichi (voice) 1 episode Yusuke Sasaki as Kito Jurian (voice) 1 episode Yuki Tamai as Kito Jugenna (voice) 1 episode Mahana Yamasaki as Woman A (voice) 1 episode Azusa Tachibana as Woman B (voice) 1 episode Shogo Sakata as Boy A (voice) 1 episode Noriaki Kanze as Boy B (voice) 1 episode
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Keyword Cloud

Keywords

high school romcom alien urban legend school paranormal phenomena based on manga super power occult ghost school life yurei evil alien japanese folklore shounen anime contacting spirits japanese high school mischievous evil spirits monsters urban fantasy supernatural battle hilarious whimsical bold joyful
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
October 04, 2024
Status
Returning Series
Origin
JP
TMDB Votes
917