DAN DA DAN Anime Set to Premiere on October 3, 2024

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The highly anticipated anime series DAN DA DAN is just around the corner, with its premiere scheduled for October 3, 2024. This supernatural romance comedy, based on the manga by Yukinobu Tatsu, will be available to stream on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu.

Plot and Characters

The story follows Momo Ayase, a high school girl from a family of spirit mediums, and her classmate Ken 'Okarun' Takakura, an occult fanatic. Their differing beliefsMomo believes in ghosts but not aliens, while Okarun believes in aliens but not ghostslead them to a bet that changes their lives. Each visits a location associated with their respective beliefs, only to discover that both ghosts and aliens are real. This revelation sets them on a series of bizarre and thrilling encounters as they navigate a world where the supernatural and extraterrestrial collide.

As they face these new dangers, Momo awakens her hidden powers, and Okarun gains the power of a curse. Their adventures are intertwined with their growing relationship, adding a romantic element to the series.

Release Details

The first episode of DAN DA DAN will be released on October 3, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. PT. International viewers can catch the episode at various times depending on their time zone: 8:26 PM Pacific Standard Time, 10:26 PM Central Standard Time, 11:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, and 3:26 PM Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

The series, produced by Science Saru under the direction of Fga Yamashiro, features a talented voice cast including Shion Wakayama, Natsuki Hanae, Nana Mizuki, Ayane Sakura, and Kaito Ishikawa. The script is written by Hiroshi Seko, with Naoyuki Onda handling the character designs.

Production and Reception

The anime has received significant promotion, including an international theatrical run by GKIDS and a collaboration with Ghostbusters , reflecting its unique blend of horror and humor. The series is expected to be a visual spectacle, with vibrant and colorful animation that replicates the vibe of the source material.

While the series has garnered a lot of hype, it is noted that some scenes may not appeal to everyone due to their unique sense of humor and certain thematic elements. However, fans who stick with it are promised incredible characters and action that could make DAN DA DAN a contender for anime of the year.