Anime fans were expecting Jujutsu Kaisen or Demon Slayer to reign supreme on Netflix, but the streaming giant has a surprise champion. Dandadan Season 1 has taken the platform by storm, garnering an impressive 19 million views and securing its spot as one of the most-watched anime series.
What Is Dandadan About?
Created by Yukinobu Tatsu, Dandadan is an action-packed supernatural thriller that blends sci-fi, comedy and romance. The story follows Momo Ayase, a high school girl who doesn’t believe in aliens, and her classmate Okarun, who refuses to acknowledge ghosts. When they challenge each other’s beliefs and explore mysterious locations, they find themselves caught in bizarre paranormal encounters.
How It Outperformed Major Anime Hits
Despite Demon Slayer and Jujutsu Kaisen being massive franchises, Dandadan carved out its own niche by offering something different. Instead of following the traditional shonen anime formula, it blends multiple genres, attracting a diverse audience.Due to its massive viewership, Dandadan managed to surpass Demon Slayer Season 4 and Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1. Produced by Science Saru, the anime defied expectations and took the top spot.
With the overwhelming success of Season 1, fans won’t have to wait too long for more. A second season has already been confirmed and is set to premiere in July 2025, promising even more thrilling adventures.
