Dandadan episode 1 release date, where to watch

Updated on October 2, 3:00 p.m. (GMT+8): Added time of premiere.

Dandadan episode 1 is fast approaching.

The original manga by Yukinobu Tatsu has been praised for its thrilling blend of supernatural and sci-fi elements, unique sense of humor, and fast-paced action that keeps fans hooked.

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Dandadan fans have been waiting for the day they can see Momo Ayase and her strange adventures come to life in animated form.

With its eccentric characters, unexpected plot twists, and fresh take on the paranormal and extraterrestrial, Dandadan has quickly become a fan favorite.

What is Dandadan?

Momo Ayase and Ken Takakura in Dandadan anime key visual — Credit: Science SARU

Dandadan is a manga series written and illustrated by Yukinobu Tatsu. It began serialization on April 6, 2021, in Shueisha’s Shonen Jump.

Yukinobu Tatsu, a former assistant to Tatsuki Fujimoto—the creator of Fire Punch and Chainsaw Man—brings a fresh perspective to the supernatural genre, blending sci-fi and horror in a seamless narrative.

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The anime adaptation of Dandadan is being produced by Science SARU, the Japanese animation studio known for its work on Devilman Crybaby and Star Wars Visions.

Dandadan follows the story of Momo Ayase, a high school girl who firmly believes in ghosts but dismisses the existence of aliens. One day, she crosses paths with a boy who holds the opposite belief—he’s obsessed with extraterrestrials but denies that ghosts are real.

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The two engage in a heated debate, ultimately making a bet: each will visit a place associated with the other’s belief—Ayase to an alien hotspot and the boy to a haunted location.

To their shock, both discover that aliens and ghosts exist, marking the start of their surreal and dangerous adventure.

Ayase and her new companion must navigate the bizarre and supernatural forces they’ve unleashed as they struggle to return to their normal lives.

Dandadan Episode 1 release date

Dandadan anime characters featuring Momo Ayase, Ken Takakura, Aira Shiratori, Seiko Ayase, and Jin Enjouji — Credit: Science SARU

Dandadan episode 1 officially premieres on MBS/TBS stations on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 12:26 a.m. JST (Japanese Standard Time).

Dandadan episode 1 will then be available on global streaming platforms on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 1:00 a.m. JST (Japanese Standard Time).

The exact release times for international viewers vary based on their time zone.

DANDADAN EPISODE 1 RELEASE DATE IN DIFFERENT TIMEZONES	FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4/TIME
GMT+8	00:00 a.m.
ET (Eastern Time)	12:00 p.m. (October 3)
PT (Pacific Time)	9:00 a.m. (October 3)
CT (Central Time)	11:00 a.m. (October 3)
GMT (Western European Time)	4:00 p.m. (October 3)
CEST (Central European Summer Time)	6:00 p.m. (October 3)
IST (Indian Standard Time)	9:30 p.m. (October 3)

Where to Watch Dandadan?

The anime will be available on the following streaming platforms:

Availability may differ depending on your region.