The paranormal sci-fi sensation DAN DA DAN continues dominating headlines as the manga officially blows past 10 million copies in print. With Volume 19 set to release in Japan on April 4, 2025, this milestone adds yet another layer to the growing legend of Yukinobu Tatsu’s hit series. And with the anime’s second season arriving this summer, momentum for the franchise has never been hotter.
To mark the occasion, a celebratory trailer was released online, showcasing fan-favorite scenes from the anime’s first season. The highlight reel serves as a nostalgic trip through DAN DA DAN’s chaotic blend of psychic powers, alien invasions, and urban ghost-hunting—reminding fans of what makes the story so addictive. The trailer also teases the high stakes and fresh madness awaiting viewers when Season 2 drops.
DAN DA DAN’s Meteoric Rise
The rise of DAN DA DAN has been anything but ordinary. When the anime was announced at Jump Festa 2024, the manga was already sitting comfortably at 8 million copies in print. In just a few months, that number has skyrocketed by another 2 million—an impressive feat that underlines the series’ growing cultural impact.
International fans haven’t been left out of the fun either. English physical volumes are published by VIZ Media, while digital chapters are available through both the Shonen Jump app and MANGA Plus. This ensures that readers around the world can experience the wild world of ghostly schoolgirls, ancient aliens, and psychic brawls without missing a beat.
Season 2 Is Set to Explode
With Science SARU again at the helm, Season 2 of the DAN DA DAN anime is poised to take things up a notch. After directing the chaotic brilliance of Season 1, Fuga Yamashiro passes the baton to Abel Gongora, who steps in as director for the upcoming cour. Meanwhile, industry veterans continue to flesh out the production: Hiroshi Seko (Jujutsu Kaisen) handles the screenplay, Naoyuki Onda designs the characters, and kensuke ushio (Chainsaw Man) returns to deliver another genre-blending, spine-tingling soundtrack.
Whether you’re here for the aliens, the spirits, or just the offbeat humor, now is the perfect time to jump into DAN DA DAN. With Volume 19 on the way and Season 2 prepping for liftoff, the series is becoming a staple in the new generation of anime powerhouses.
Catch the official accolades trailer and Season 2 teaser via Netflix Anime, and prepare to re-enter a world where nothing is too weird—and no spirit or extraterrestrial is safe.
Stay tuned for more DAN DA DAN coverage as its explosive summer continues.
