Dive into our review and recap of Dandadan Season 1, the 2024 anime sensation from Science Saru! Join Momo and Okarun as they battle bizarre spirits and aliens in a chaotic mix of action, comedy, and romance. We break down the stunning visuals, heartfelt moments, and wild plot points, from Turbo Granny’s antics to Acrobatic Silky’s tragic arc. With a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score, is this the anime of the year? Find out our thoughts, plus a full season résumé! Season 2 drops July 2025. #Dandadan #AnimeReview #sciencesaru
00:00danda dan season one a twelve episode anime adaptation of yuki nobutatsu's manga produced by science saru exploded on to the scene in fall twenty twenty four as a genre defying blend of supernatural action romantic comedy and sify chaos directed by
00:16yamashiro with scripts by hiroshiseko it's a visual and emotional roller coaster that lives up to its massive hype earning a one hundred per cent approval rating on rotten tomatoes and widespread acclaim for its bold animation heartfelt character moments and unapologetic weirdness
00:33despite minor pacing dips and controversial mature themes it's a standout often hailed as one of two o two for ease best anime momo ayasi a spirited high school girl who believes in ghosts but not aliens and ken okaran tokakura an alien obsessed introvert who scoffs at spirits clash over their beliefs
00:53to prove each other wrong momo visits a youthful hot spot while okaran explores a haunted tunnel both are proven right when momo is abducted by aliens and okaran is possessed by a crude spirit turbo granny who steals his genitals this kicks off
01:08a wild journey where momo gains psychic powers and okaran harnesses supernatural abilities together they battle bizarre entities like the sepoyance and acrobatic silky joined by allies like era and gigi their adventures mix chaotic action
01:24hilarious banter and a budding romance culminating in a cliffhanger teasing the cursed house arc dandadon shines with science saru's vibrant animation featuring dynamic camera angles vivid color filters like red for spirits green for aliens and painterly backgrounds that
01:42elevate tatsu's manga art the voice acting led by xiang wakayama and natsukiheni brings momo and okaran's chemistry to life balancing brash humor with genuine emotion
01:53episode seven with acrobatic silky's tragic backstory is a tear-jerking highlight showcasing the show's ability to ground absurdity in heart the soundtrack including creepy nuts electrifying otanoke matches the frenetic energy
02:08however the short episode count and unresolved ending frustrate some and the sexual content like the alien's unsettling motives may alienate certain viewers still its seamless blend of genres relentless pacing and visual spectacle make
02:23if i must watch season two is set for july twenty twenty five
