Fans of the supernatural-comedy anime Dan Da Dan have much to anticipate as the third season has officially been announced for a 2027 premiere, accompanied by a striking new key visual. The announcement was made during a stage event at Jump Festa 2026, confirming that Science SARU will continue to handle the animation production.
A Glimpse into the Future: The New Key Visual
The newly released visual for Dan Da Dan Season 3 offers an intriguing peek into the upcoming narrative. It notably features a mysterious girl emerging from a space kaiju suit, a character poised to play a significant role. Alongside her, fan-favorite protagonists Okarun and Turbo Granny are depicted looking upward in apparent shock, with Momo positioned below them, sporting a suspicious expression. This visual utilizes a distinct color scheme, employing eye-catching purple tones that set it apart from previous seasons’ aesthetics.
Production Continues with Science SARU
Animation studio Science SARU, known for its dynamic and distinctive animation style, will once again be at the helm for Dan Da Dan Season 3. The studio previously produced the first season, which aired from October to December 2024, and the second season, which followed from July to September 2025. The consistent involvement of Science SARU reassures fans of the anime’s continued visual quality and energetic storytelling.
Bridging the Gap: Manga and Anime Progression
The announcement of a 2027 premiere date for Dan Da Dan Season 3 indicates a longer gap between seasons than previously seen, as Season 1 and 2 aired in consecutive years (2024 and 2025, respectively). This extended production period provides a beneficial opportunity for the source material, Yukinobu Tatsu’s manga, to further distance itself from the anime’s progression. The manga is currently roughly two complete arcs ahead of where the anime concluded Season 2, with 21 tankobon volumes released as of October 2025 and a 22nd due in January 2026. The Dan Da Dan manga, serialized on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ since April 2021, has garnered significant popularity, selling over 12 million copies.
Story So Far: Paranormal Mystery and Romantic Comedy
Dan Da Dan is a genre-blending story that follows the occult and paranormal adventures of Momo Ayase, a high school girl from a family of spiritual mediums, and her classmate Ken Takakura, also known as Okarun, an occult enthusiast. Their journey begins after an argument about the existence of aliens versus ghosts. To prove each other wrong, Momo ventures to a rumored UFO hotspot, while Okarun investigates a haunted tunnel. Both encounter overwhelming supernatural phenomena, leading Momo to awaken a hidden power and Okarun to gain the power of a curse. Together, they navigate a world teeming with otherworldly dangers, forming a unique found family and experiencing a special coming-of-age story.
Season 2, which ran from July to September 2025 with 12 episodes, expanded on their adventures. Notably, the first three episodes of Season 2 received a theatrical premiere as DAN DA DAN: EVIL EYE in May and June 2025, which saw considerable success worldwide. The third season is expected to pick up from the end of the Kaiju Arc, delving into the Space Globalists Arc, with the mysterious girl from the kaiju suit being central to the unfolding plot.
Returning Cast and Streaming Information
The new season will feature a returning voice cast, ensuring continuity for the beloved characters. Key cast members include Shion Wakayama as Momo, Natsuki Hanae as Okarun, Mayumi Tanaka as Turbo Granny, Nana Mizuki as Seiko Ayase, Ayane Sakura as Aira Shiratori, and Kaito Ishikawa as Jin Enjoji/Jiji.
For those looking to catch up or re-experience the series, Dan Da Dan Season 1 and 2 are available for streaming worldwide on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu in select countries and territories. Further details regarding the streaming of Season 3 will be announced via the official English-language social media accounts and platform lists closer to the premiere date.
