Dandadan Anime Proves It’s Fall’s Biggest Hit After First Arc

Dandadan Anime Proves It’s Fall’s Biggest Hit After First ArcDandadan Anime Proves It’s Fall’s Biggest Hit After First Arc

As a fan who has been following manga adaptations for quite some time now, I can confidently say that Dandadan is shaping up to be one of the most exciting anime releases this Fall 2024 season. Having watched the early premiere and the latest Episode 4, it’s clear that Science Saru’s creative team has done a fantastic job in bringing Yukinobu Tatsu’s original manga to life.


In the bustling Fall 2024 anime season, Dandadan has undeniably established itself as a must-watch title, concluding its initial storyline in Episode 4. This October has been brimming with eagerly anticipated new anime releases, but none have captured the spotlight quite like Dandadan. The TV adaptation of Yukinobu Tatsu’s original manga was undoubtedly one of the most highly-anticipated debuts amidst fierce competition. Now, it’s demonstrating why it deserves that hype.

In an unusual move, Dandadan showcased its initial three episodes prior to the Fall 2024 anime lineup, making Episode 4 the first fresh installment that fans experienced simultaneously. This episode functioned as the culmination of the primary narrative arc for the series, as Momo Ayase and Ken Takakura deepened their blossoming friendship to a new phase. From now on, the anime will truly take off from this point, with Episode 4 indicating there’s still a lot more compelling story to unfold between these two characters following the conclusion of their initial arc.

Dandadan Anime Proves It’s Fall’s Biggest Hit After First Arc

What Happens in Dandadan Episode 4?

In the initial four episodes of “Dandadan”, we find Momo and Okarun, whom Momo affectionately calls by a nickname rather than his real name, exploring newfound mystical abilities they’ve never used before. With the climax of Episode 3 revealing their intent to confront Turbo Granny directly, Episode 4 begins with them attempting to lure the spirit out of town and survive its pursuit. However, things don’t go as planned when Turbo Granny demonstrates a greater power and control than anticipated.

Due to the cleverness exhibited by both Momo and Okarun, they were able to coax Granny out of town after she pursued them onto a fast-moving train. With Momo’s grandmother, who had already experienced some editing in the previous episode (a hint of the show’s initial censorship), they managed to vanquish Turbo Granny and liberate Okarun from his curse. This battle was their toughest yet, but the last scenes of the episode instead shed light on what truly makes Dandadan captivating – it becomes evident that Momo and Okarun will continue to be inseparable friends.

Dandadan Anime Proves It’s Fall’s Biggest Hit After First Arc

Where Does Dandadan Season 1 Go From Here?

The initial episodes of “Dandadan” have garnered attention due to the skillful animation by Science Saru’s team, but Tatsu’s original manga focuses primarily on the exotic aliens and spirits that Momo and Okarun encounter. It delves into their gradual bonding as a pair throughout their adventures, culminating in a strong friendship after the first story arc. The series is expected to gain momentum significantly from this point onward.

After both characters and viewers have been properly acquainted, the antics of “Dandadan” can truly become more unpredictable. While it may seem that the series has already been displaying eccentric and random adversaries, it’s merely a taste of the challenges Momo and Okarun will encounter as the story progresses. With four episodes currently available for viewing, now is the perfect time to dive into “Dandadan” which can be streamed on Netflix and Crunchyroll.

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2024-10-27 01:09