Updated on November 15, 10:00 a.m. (GMT+8): Added the latest episode details.
If you’re searching for a mind-bending anime series that combines supernatural chaos with laugh-out-loud moments, you’ll want to dive right into these Dandadan episodes.
Yukinobu Tatsu’s hit series throws anime fans headfirst into a wacky world where aliens, ghosts, and cursed powers collide in a surreal adventure like no other.
As you follow the story of Ken Takakura and Momo Ayase, two high school students who stumble into a whirlwind of bizarre encounters, each episode delivers an unpredictable blend of comedy, horror, and jaw-dropping battles.
From psychic abilities to confronting powerful spirits and alien invasions, Dandadan has it all. Whether it’s the frantic pace of ghostly possessions or the intense psychic showdowns, the series grips viewers from the first episode.
What is Dandadan About?
Dandadan is a manga series created by Yukinobu Tatsu, which first began serialization on April 6, 2021, in Shueisha’s Shonen Jump.
Yukinobu Tatsu, once an assistant to Tatsuki Fujimoto, the creator of Fire Punch and Chainsaw Man, brings his unique vision to the supernatural genre, skillfully blending sci-fi, horror, and comedy in an engaging narrative.
Science SARU, the Japanese animation studio behind popular titles such as Devilman Crybaby and Star Wars Visions, produces the anime adaptation of Dandadan.
Dandadan follows the life of Momo Ayase, a high school girl who believes in ghosts but laughs off the idea of aliens.
Her world takes an unexpected turn when she meets a boy who holds the exact opposite belief—he’s convinced aliens are real but denies the existence of ghosts.
Their opposing views lead to a bet—Ayase searches for aliens at an abandoned hospital while the boy looks for ghosts in a haunted tunnel.
To their shock, both discover that the other’s beliefs are true—ghosts and aliens do exist. This revelation sends them spiraling into a bizarre and dangerous adventure, where they must confront otherworldly forces while attempting to regain a semblance of normalcy in their lives.
Every step deeper into this strange new world, the stakes rise as they uncover more about the supernatural and extraterrestrial threats they face.
All Dandadan episodes and their release schedule
The anime premiered on October 3, 2024, and airs every Thursday at 7:30 a.m. Pacific Time (PT).
| DANDADAN SERIES EPISODE COUNT | TITLE OF DANDADAN EPISODES | DESCRPITION OF DANDADAN EPIOSDES | DANDADAN EPISODE RELEASE DATE |
| 1 | That’s How Love Starts, Ya Know | Momo, after breaking up with her boyfriend, meets Ken, and they make a bet to prove the existence of aliens and ghosts. Their investigation leads Momo to an alien abduction and Ken to a ghost encounter, with Momo discovering her latent psychic powers to defeat the aliens. However, the story ends with the ghost granny reappearing, leaving Ken still cursed until they can defeat her. | October 3, 2024 |
| 2 | That’s a Space Alien, Ain’t It?! | Momo gives Ken the nickname Okarun, but their argument about the curse from Turbo Granny is interrupted when an evil spirit, the Flatwoods Monster, invades her home after the protective totem is removed. Momo uses her psychic powers to help Okarun tap into his curse, but they struggle against the alien spirit until Momo reactivates the totem, destroying the monster. | October 10, 2024 |
| 3 | It’s a Granny Versus Granny Clash | Dandadan, Momo’s grandmother, Seiko, confronts a dangerous situation involving Okarun, who is affected by a supernatural curse. Seiko provides crucial information about the curse’s origins and offers guidance on handling the threat. Momo, determined to help, refuses to back down and prepares to face the looming danger alongside Okarun. | October 17, 2024 |
| 4 | Kicking Turbo Granny’s Ass | Momo and Okarun find themselves trapped in Turbo Granny’s haunted domain, where they must tap into mysterious powers to escape. As they confront the dangerous spirit, shocking secrets about Turbo Granny’s origins begin to surface, leading them toward an unexpected showdown in Kamigoe City. | October 24, 2024 |
| 5 | Like, Where Are Your Balls? | Okarun and Momo navigate awkward school interactions as they try to reconnect after their recent adventure. Their friendship deepens amid misunderstandings, jealousy, and a comical accidental kiss, leading them to a new showdown with a familiar curse. | October 31, 2024 |
| 6 | A Dangerous Woman Arrives | Momo and Okarun face yet another ghostly encounter at school when their classmate, Aira, finds herself unexpectedly thrust into a supernatural spotlight. As strange forces gather around Aira, Momo, and Okarun are drawn into a dangerous confrontation that tests their abilities and reveals new threats lurking in their midst. | November 7, 2024 |
| 7 | To a Kinder World | Momo, Okarun, and Aira face off against a powerful Yokai in a desperate struggle at an abandoned factory. As tensions escalate, the group confronts their own limits while uncovering the spirit’s haunting past. With high-stakes action and deep emotional revelations, this episode explores loyalty, resilience, and the lengths people will go to protect each other. | November 14, 2024 |
| 8 | I’ve Got This Funny Feeling | TBD | November 21, 2024 |
The release times and schedule for international viewers vary based on their time zone.
| DANDADAN EPISODE RELEASE DATE TIME ZONES | THURSDAYS/TIME |
| JST (Japanese Standard Time) | 11:30 p.m. |
| GMT+8 | 10:30 p.m. |
| ET (Eastern Time) | 10:30 a.m. |
| CT (Central Time) | 9:30 a.m. |
| GMT (Western European Time) | 2:30 p.m. |
| CET (Central European Time) | 4:30 p.m. |
| IST (Indian Standard Time) | 8 p.m. |
Where to watch Dandadan?
Dandadan is available on the following platforms:
| DANDADAN PLATFORMS: |
| Crunchyroll |
| Netflix |
| Hulu |
| Muse Asia |
Availability may differ depending on your region.
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