Fans of the supernatural action-comedy DAN DA DAN have eagerly followed its anime adaptation, and the second season has been a highly anticipated continuation of Momo Ayase and Ken “Okarun” Takakura’s bizarre adventures. As the series progresses through its second installment, viewers are keen to know about the latest developments, including the release of DAN DA DAN Season 2, Episode 18.
When Did DAN DA DAN Season 2, Episode 18 Release?
DAN DA DAN Season 2, Episode 18 was released on August 7, 2025. This episode is part of the ongoing second season which commenced in July 2025. New episodes of DAN DA DAN Season 2 typically premiere on Thursdays.
Where to Watch DAN DA DAN Season 2
For viewers looking to catch up on or watch the latest episodes of DAN DA DAN Season 2, the series is available on multiple streaming platforms globally. Crunchyroll and Netflix are primary streaming services for the second season. Additionally, Hulu streams the series in the United States, and ADN serves several European territories.
The episodes are often available with both English subtitles and English dubs simultaneously.
Season 2 Overview: Continuing the Supernatural Saga
DAN DA DAN Season 2 picks up directly from where the first season concluded in December 2024. The narrative continues to follow Okarun and Momo as they delve deeper into the mysteries surrounding Jiji’s place, encountering a blend of oddities, spirits, and aliens. A significant plot point for the second season involves the group confronting the Kitō family.
Produced by the acclaimed animation studio Science SARU, known for works like DEVILMAN crybaby and Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, DAN DA DAN Season 2 is co-directed by Fūga Yamashiro, who directed the first season, and Abel Góngora, a veteran from Science SARU who directed the first season’s opening theme animation. Kensuke Ushio returns as the composer for the score.
Episode Count and Season Finale
Similar to its first season, DAN DA DAN Season 2 is expected to consist of 12 episodes. With new episodes releasing weekly on Thursdays, the season is projected to conclude around September 18, 2025, assuming no breaks in the schedule. This means episode 18 falls well within the expected run of the second season.
The Evil Eye Film and Season 2 Connection
Before the official premiere of DAN DA DAN Season 2, a compilation film titled Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye was released. This movie brought together the finale of Season 1 and the first three episodes of DAN DA DAN Season 2, allowing fans to experience the “Evil Eye” arc early. While watching the film provided an early look at some of the initial Season 2 content, it is not considered essential viewing for those watching the weekly series, as the second season can be enjoyed normally.
The Enduring Appeal of DAN DA DAN
The DAN DA DAN anime is an adaptation of Yukinobu Tatsu’s manga, which has been serialized in Shueisha’s Shōnen Jump+ digital manga magazine since April 2021. The manga has garnered significant popularity, with over 10 million copies in circulation by March 2025. Its unique blend of action, romantic comedy, and supernatural thriller elements, coupled with its distinct art style and quirky characters, has resonated with a broad audience.
The series follows high schooler Momo Ayase, who believes in ghosts but not aliens, and her classmate Ken “Okarun” Takakura, who holds the opposite belief. Their lives take a bizarre turn when they discover that both phenomena are real, leading Momo to awaken a hidden power and Okarun to gain a curse, forcing them to confront paranormal forces together. The anime continues to explore these themes, building on the foundation laid by the manga and the successful first season.
