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A brand new trailer forDandadan: Evil Eyehas dropped —and it’s as wild and weird as fans have come to expect. The movie compiles the first three episodes of season 2 and will hit global theaters ahead of the official season premiere, delivering a sneak peek into one of the manga’s most fan-favorite arcs: the Cursed House Arc.
Originally created by Yukinobu Tatsu and animated by the acclaimed studio Science SARU,Dandadangained quick notoriety for its genre-mashing energy, jaw-dropping animation, and its off-kilter cast of high-schoolers navigating everything from psychic battles to alien encounters. Now, withEvil Eye, the series transitions smoothly into its next phase — expanding its horror-comedy mythology and raising the stakes for its core characters.
Dandadan: Evil EyeSets the Stage for a Paranormal Showdown
The Movie That Kicks Off Season 2
The movie will screen globally — excluding Japan — across multiple regions starting May 30, giving fans an early look at where the story picks up following season 1’s cliffhanger. The confirmed rollout includes:
In addition to the early episodes, the screening includes an exclusive interview with co-directors Fuga Yamashiro and Abel Gongora, offering a behind-the-scenes perspective on the show’s ambitious evolution.
Can’t Watch the Movie? Here’s Where to Watch Dandadan Season 2
Is Dandadan Season 2 on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or Hulu?
For those who can’t catchEvil Eyein theaters,Dandadanseason 2 officially premieres on July 31, 2025, across all major streaming platforms. The series will be simulcast on Crunchyroll, Netflix, Hulu, Muse, and ADN, allowing fans around the globe to jump back into the paranormal mayhem without delay.
What the Story Is About This Time
The Cursed House Arc Brings Horror and Heart
Season 2 plunges viewers into theCursed House Arc,a fan-favorite section of the mangathat introduces a haunted hot springs town, a dangerous spirit, and deeper lore surrounding Momo’s mysterious powers. The story follows Momo and Okarun as they accompany Jiji — Momo’s childhood friend — to his ancestral home to investigate a supernatural disturbance. What begins as a quiet getaway quickly devolves into chaos, with grotesque apparitions, sinister villagers, andan entity known only as the “Evil Eye.”
This arc dials up the intensity whilestill keepingDandadan’ssignature mix of absurd humor, kinetic action, and emotional depth. It’s also one of the manga’s most pivotal storylines for character development, especially for Jiji, whose involvement shifts the group dynamics dramatically.
Behind the Scenes: Creators and Animation Studio
Returning Staff and Voice Cast for Season 2
Science SARU once again takes charge of animation production, bringing its idiosyncratic visual style and fluid direction to the table. Co-directors Fuga Yamashiro and Abel Gongora — both of whom worked on the series' first season — are at the helm ofEvil Eye, promising to elevate the energy, horror, and heart fans expect.
Dandadan
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Based on Yukinobu Tatsu’s popular manga that debuted in 2021 on Shonen Jump+, Dandadan blends action, comedy, romance, and supernatural thrills to create a unique and satisfying adventure. Momo Ayase and Ken Takakura believe in the extraordinary, although the former believes in ghosts and the latter believes in aliens. Determined to confirm their side’s existence, they set out to find their proof.
