“Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye Brings Chaos, Comedy & Creepy Vibes to a Theater Near You!”
Grab your popcorn, and maybe a good luck charm—or a tinfoil hat—because Dan Da Dan is back, and it’s going global in the most gloriously bizarre way possible.
Season 2 of the cult-favorite anime Dan Da Dan is getting the red-carpet treatment with a worldwide theatrical launch. Yes, you heard right. This isn’t just a new season—it’s a cinematic event. Rebranded as Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye for its big-screen debut, the supernatural sci-fi-romcom hybrid will begin rolling out across over 50 countries starting May 30 in Asia (via Muse), June 6 in North America (thanks to GKIDS), and June 7 across Europe (courtesy of ADN). And the best part? Season 2 officially hits streaming platforms worldwide in July. Anime summer just got weird—in the best way.
But wait, there’s more! For the true-blue fans (and the Blu-ray collectors), GKIDS and Shout! Studios are dropping Dan Da Dan Season 1 on standard and Collector’s Edition Blu-ray on June 10. Cue the fan screams and wallet screams alike.
What’s the Hype?
If you’re new to the Dan Da Dan universe, here’s the TL;DR: it’s bonkers—in the most brilliant, genre-defying way. Based on Yukinobu Tatsu’s manga (currently serialized on Shonen Jump Plus), the story follows Momo, a no-nonsense high school girl from a family of spirit mediums, and Okarun, her awkward classmate with a deep love for the occult. When you mash ghosts, aliens, high school drama, and teen romance into one tight anime package, you get Dan Da Dan—a series that’s anything but predictable.
Season 2 picks up right where the insanity left off, with the “Evil Eye” arc—a chilling, thrilling continuation set in a suspiciously creepy hot springs town, where Momo, Okarun, and Momo’s former crush Jiji try to untangle some ghostly family mysteries. Of course, it wouldn’t be Dan Da Dan without bizarre locals, lurking dangers, and enough supernatural shenanigans to keep you side-eyeing your bathroom mirror at night.
Why a Theatrical Release?
Because this anime deserves it.
Produced by the creative wizards at Science SARU (DEVILMAN crybaby, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, Inu-Oh), and co-directed by Fuga Yamashiro and Abel Gongora (who brought magic to the first season’s opening), Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye is more than just a sequel—it’s an experience. The theatrical release includes the last episode of Season 1 to refresh your memory, the first three episodes of Season 2, and a behind-the-scenes interview with the co-directors for that extra layer of anime geek joy.
Add a score by the legendary kensuke ushio (Chainsaw Man, DEVILMAN crybaby), and you’ve got an audio-visual feast that deserves a massive screen and surround sound. Trust us—your laptop can’t do this madness justice.
From Manga Obscurity to Global Phenomenon
The original manga was already making waves in niche circles, but once the anime aired in 2024, it exploded. With over 10 million copies sold, its circulation more than doubled after Season 1 hit screens. The opening theme song “Otonoke” by Creepy Nuts became a chart-slaying anthem, holding Billboard Japan’s top spot for a mind-blowing 20 weeks.
From fan art to cosplay to TikTok edits, Dan Da Dan has officially become That Anime™—the one everyone talks about at cons and recommends with the “trust me, it’s weird, but SO GOOD” disclaimer.
So whether you’re team Ghost, team Alien, or just team “Momo deserves better,” buckle up. This summer, Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye isn’t just coming back—it’s leveling up. The theaters are about to get spooky, sparkly, and delightfully unhinged.
