'Dandadan' Season 2: Everything We Know So Far - Release Date, Where to Watch, Story Arc Predictions & More!
By Haruka Ishibashi, Animate Times - 1 minutes ago - 17:42 | All
Following the success of its first season, which captivated audiences with its unique blend of the occult, intense battles, and high school romance, the 'Dandadan' anime is gearing up for its second installment.
Based on the beloved manga series from Shonen Jump+ by Yukinobu Tatsu follows the adventures of Momo, a high school girl who awakens to psychic powers, and her classmate Okarun, an occult enthusiast.
Here, we're diving deep into everything you need to know, release, story arcs, and what to look forward to.
'Dandadan' Season 2: Broadcast & Streaming Dates Revealed!
'Dandadan' Season 2 is scheduled to premiere in Japan on July 3, 2025 and airing every Thursday.
Crunchyroll and Netflix have confirmed that 'Dandadan' Season 2 will be available to stream for global viewers.
Catch Up on 'Dandadan' Season 1: Story Overview & Manga Adaptation Scope
The story begins when Momo, who believes in ghosts but not aliens, and Okarun, who believes in aliens but not ghosts, meet by chance and argue. To prove the existence of supernatural phenomena to each other, Momo decides to visit a UFO hotspot, while Okarun heads to a haunted location.
There, the two encounter an alien from planet Serpo and a yokai called Turbo Granny, who attack them. Okarun gains powers after being cursed by Turbo Granny, while Momo awakens her psychic abilities. They manage to escape the dangerous situation, but from then on, they frequently encounter and battle supernatural beings.
As they rescue their classmate Aira from the yokai called Acrobatic Silky and fend off alien attacks, Momo and Okarun gradually grow closer. One day, Jiji, Momo's childhood friend and first love, shows up at her house.
Jiji explains that his home is cursed, causing his parents to be hospitalized. Momo, Okarun, and Jiji investigate Jiji's house to lift the curse but find nothing. Momo then leaves alone for a nearby hot spring town.
Later, Okarun and Jiji discover a hidden room covered floor to ceiling with talismans. Meanwhile, at the public bath, Momo encounters a group of older men. These men turn out to be "crocodiles" - perverts who frequent mixed-gender hot springs to ogle women. As both parties face perilous situations, the first season comes to a close.
This covers up to the middle of chapter 34 in the original manga. Viewers are likely eager to find out how Momo escapes her predicament and uncover the truth behind the cursed house.
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