Fans of the new-gen manga Dandadan can celebrate as the long-awaited Dandadan anime adaptation has finally been confirmed. Speculations about an anime adaptation of the acclaimed manga series Dandadan have been circulating for quite some time. Following a leak on November 21, 2023, the official announcement for the anime series has been made public.
Yukinobu Tatsu, renowned for his assistant work on Chainsaw Man, is both the writer and illustrator of Dandadan, which initially debuted on Shonen Jump+ in April 2021. Over a span of two years, as of August 2023, the series has amassed 11 volumes and sold an impressive 3.2 million copies, fueling fervent anticipation among fans for news regarding its anime adaptation.
Finally, the wait has ended as Dandadan’s X/Twitter account has recently updated with the official announcement, a teaser trailer, and unveiled its key staff members. Understandably, the news has sparked a trending buzz in Japan.
Dandadan Anime announcement
Dandadan made an official announcement about its TV anime adaptation via Twitter on November 27, 2023. Accompanied by a key visual, the tweet revealed that the TV anime adaptation is scheduled to air in Japan in 2024. However, details regarding its international release date or streaming platform are still pending.
Dandadan Anime Plot
Prepare for some eerie fun with Yukinobu Tatsu’s supernatural comedic thriller, Dandadan.
The storyline orbits around Momo Ayase, a high school enthusiast fascinated by ghosts (but not so much by aliens), and her classmate Okarun, a believer in aliens but a skeptic when it comes to ghosts.
In a classic clash of perspectives akin to “men are from Mars, Momo’s definitely not from Venus,” the two strike a wager to settle their beliefs. Momo ventures into a UFO hotspot while Okarun explores a haunted tunnel! What ensues is a comical yet suspenseful tale of young romance—with an unusual mix of affectionate aliens and spooky ghosts thrown into the blend.
Dandadan Anime Crew
The complete cast lineup for Dandadan remains undisclosed as of now. However, several crucial members of the production team have been unveiled.
Science Saru will oversee the production, with Fuga Yamashira, recognized for Inu-Oh (movie), serving as the series director. The script will be penned by Hiroshi Seko, while Naoyuki Onda will take charge of character design. Additionally, Japanese rock and EBM musician Kensuke Ushio, acclaimed for Devilman Crybaby, will be in charge of composing the musical score.
Dandadan Anime Trailer
On November 27, an official teaser trailer was revealed in conjunction with the announcement.
This trailer highlights the main characters, Okarun and Momo Ayase, depicted before an alien absconds with a crucial part of Okarun’s body. But that’s not the only surprise—the teaser also unveils Momo’s grandmother fiercely confronting an alien with a whip.
Filled with vibrant and vivid animation, featuring eerie ghosts and formidable aliens, the 45-second teaser trailer teases an impending spectacle.
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