Dandadanhas taken the anime industry by storm, thanks to its catchy opening song by Creepy Nuts and the hilariously unconventional quest to recover lost privates. Science Saru has done a stellar job adapting Tatsu Yukinobu’s original manga, masterfully capturing every element of the original narrative. The result is thatDandadanis one of the most unique shonen animein recent years, and part of that is just how funny it is.
However, the comedic elements, while strong in the manga, truly shine in the anime adaptation. What elevates these moments in the anime is how Science Saru has carefully crafted them using a variety of techniques: a funky art style, sharp voice acting, and quirky music. These ten moments perfectly capture what the studio aims to convey.
10Okarun and Momo’s Bickering After Finding Out They Are Both Alive
Episode #3, “It’s A Granny vs. Granny Clash!”
After encountering the strange alien at Momo’s house, Momo loses consciousness, causing Okarun to lose control as she is no longer suppressing his cursed power from Turbo Granny. When Momo regains consciousness, she is immediately worried that Okarun might have been killed by her grandmother and rushes to find out what happened.
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To her shock, she discoversOkarun casually eating a rice ball, completely unscathed.This prompts Momo to erupt in a fit of rage, exclaiming in disbelief why Okarun is still alive. The episode is filled with comedic moments, including Momo being forced to keep an eye on Okarun even while he is in the bathroom. With its array of hilarious bits, this episode stands out as one of the funniest ofDandadanSeason 1.
9Okarun Goes Full Throttle While Carrying Momo
Episode #4, “Kicking Turbo Granny’s Ass”
Episode #4 ofDandadandepicts Momo and Okarun luring Turbo Granny away from her territory to so that she’s easier to beat. However, the moments that follow executing this plan, fortunately, also provide one of the most hilarious and thrilling moments from this season. This whole sequence is extended in the anime and thefunniest aspect of this scene is undoubtedly the decision to add the William Tell Overture’s final act as the score.
The music injects a funky energy into the action, perfectly complementing the anime’s signature quirky humor. A subtle yet amusing detail is how Okarun, in his transformed state, appears normal to bystanders, making the scene even funnier as he races down the street carrying someone on his back, seemingly just an ordinary teenager.
8The Consequences of Turning Turbo Granny Into a Cat Doll
Episode #5, “Like, Where Are Your Balls?!”
AfterEpisode #5 ofDandadanbuilds the romantic bond between the protagonists, the story takes a hilarious twist when Okarun reveals he still hasn’t recovered his “family jewels.” This brings Seiko Ayase back into the mix as she attempts to purge the spirit lurking inside Okarun. While she manages toextract Turbo Granny’s essence and trap it in a cat doll, Okarun can still transform even without Turbo Granny inside him as her spirit is still inside Okarun.
The scene quickly shifts to humor asTurbo Granny, once menacing, ends up pleading for mercy while Seiko comically swats her with a paper fan.Additionally, the episode wraps up on a hilarious note, setting up Okarun’s absurd quest to find his missing “privates.”
7Dandadan’s Version of Abducting Livestock is an Absolute Riot
Episode #10, “Have You Ever Seen a Cattle Mutilation?”
Episode #10 ofDandadanbrings back its latest villain, the Devor Demon, and dives into a backstory that offers a surprisingly poignant reason for his actions. While the story initially tugs at fans’ hearts, encouraging empathy for the Devor Demon, it takes an unexpectedly hilarious turn when it’s revealed that his race’s blood is equivalent to cow’s milk. The absurdity of this revelation sets the stage for comedic gold, especially as the solution to the Devor Demon’s plight turns out to be as simple as getting some good old-fashioned cow milk, an answer brilliantly provided by Seiko.
The humor reaches its peak when Seiko offers to give the Devor Demon a cow to solve his problem. In a movestraight out of classic sci-fi parodies, the demon immediately abducts the cow with his spaceshipin a style hilariously reminiscent of stereotypical alien cow-napping scenes. This moment, both absurd and self-aware, perfectly capturesDandadan’sknack for blending heartfelt storytelling with outrageous comedy, making it a standout gag in an already unforgettable episode.
6Science Saru Converted a Controversial Scene Into a Funny Moment
Episode #9, “Merge! Serpo Dover Demon Nessie!”
Episode #9 ofDandadanmay be a controversial one, but Science Saru handled it cleverly, transforming contentious moments into comedic ones. Watching Okarun frantically try to keep his privates covered throughout the episode is undeniably funny, but the chaos only escalates when he and Momo escape the Serpo aliens' traps. The two find themselves in the corridor of their school, in the same state as before.
This particular scene, alreadyconsidered controversial inDandadan’smanga, carries the same weight in the anime. However,Science Saru skillfully uses a cartoonish art style to tone down the controversy, turning it into a humorous and more palatable experience for viewers.
5Okarun Realizing He Is Still Missing His Family Jewels
Episode #5, “Like, Where Are Your Balls?”
Okarun lost his privates due to the curse inflicted on him by Turbo Granny. After defeating the villain, he was relieved to believe he had finally recovered what he’d lost. However, it wasn’t until the next day, while casually peeing in the school bathroom, that Okarun realized he hadn’t actually gotten his family jewels back from Turbo Granny.
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Thesheer absurdity of not noticing he was still missing such a vital part of himself is a hilarious twist.What makes this moment even funnier is how it sets the stage for one of the most unconventional quests in a shonen series:Dandadan’s main storylinenow revolves around its protagonist searching for his missing privates.
4Aira Confessing Her Feelings To Okarun
Episode #8, “I’ve Got This Funny Feeling”
Though Shiratori Aira has clear funny heroic goals, she can’t help but express her feelings for Okarun, stemming from his heroic acts of saving her twice. While confessions of love are typically heartfelt and romantic, this sequence turns the trope on its head with a dose of hilarity. The humor peaks when Momo stumbles uponOkarun and Aira in what seems to be an intimate moment,appearing, to her horror, as if they’re kissing.
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However, a flashback reveals the truth: Okarun is actually trying to push Aira away, and the entire scene is a big misunderstanding. The comedic brilliance lies not just in the misunderstanding itself but in the layers of absurdity. Aira, hilariously clueless about how to confess her feelings, relies on advice gleaned from a book, which only adds to the awkwardness. The combination of misunderstandings, Aira’s naïveté, and Momo’s reaction makes this moment an unforgettable comedic highlight.
3Okarun Getting One of His Family Jewels Back
Episode #8 ofDandadanstands out as one of the funniest in the series, seamlessly shifting into comedy after the heartfelt story of Acrobatic Silky. With Momo and Okarun having recovered one of his missing jewels, the next step is putting it back. While the idea of Okarun reattaching his “private” already sounds hilarious, nothing could prepare viewers for the absurd way it unfolds.
Okarun is restrained by Momo on a chair, his legs spread wide, as Turbo Granny prepares to hurl his family jewel like a baseball, and Seiko stands ready as a batter to hit it. The entire sequence is outrageously funny, especially as Okarun panics about what might happen if Seiko actually makes contact with his jewel—a perfectly-timed afterthought that elevates the scene to another level of hilarity.
2Catching the Talking Mannequin Because It Might Have Okarun’s Family Jewels
Episode #11, “First Love”
Dandadanhas a bizarre vibe that naturally leads to hilarious moments, with the funniest often emerging from the most unexpected situations. When Okarun contemplates parting ways with Mom, now that Jin, her first love, has entered the picture, a strange talking mannequin suddenly charges at him, yelling, “I’m not gonna give up!” The mannequin outruns Okarun and leaps over Jin and Momo, Which leads to Momo realizing that the mannequin might have Okarun’s missing family jewel.
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Thissets off a chaotic chase, with Okarun transforming into his Turbo Grannyform to pursue the mannequin. The scene is of course elevated by the perfect comedic touch of the William Tell Overture’s final act playing as the score, just as the series had previously done. Packed with additional laugh-out-loud moments, Episode #11 ofDandadanstands out as the funniest installment of the series so far, with the mannequin chase stealing the show thanks to the extraordinary attention to detail that enhances the humor.
Episode #1,“That’s How Love Starts, Ya Know!”
Ken Takakura and Momo Ayase’s bet depicted in the first episode spirals into one of the most bizarre parallel adventures ever, packed with hilarious and unexpected moments. Among them, the funniest by far is when Ken gets ambushed by the ghost, Turbo Granny. The setup for Ken’s encounters builds up like any horror setup and while fans are ready to be scared,Turbo Granny surprises the viewers with the most hilariously unexpected line,turning the tense moment into a comedic highlight.
What makes this scene even funnier in the Japanese dub is the fact thatTurbo Granny is voiced by Mayumi Tanaka, the iconic voice behind Luffy from One Piece. Knowing this only amplifies the absurdity of the scene, adding a layer of humor for those familiar with Tanaka’s work. Thus, this moment fromDandadanseason 1 stands out as the funniest scene ever, setting the tone that the series will blend adventure and humor in a way that surpasses the typical Shōnen anime formula.
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Two high school students, embroiled in a wager to prove the existence of ghosts or aliens, encounter daunting paranormal threats, acquire superpowers, and possibly discover love. The series blends supernatural elements with personal dynamics as the protagonists navigate their newfound abilities and unexpected challenges.
