2024's Most Underrated Anime Is a Gritty Reboot of a Manga Franchise No One Ever Expected
Dead Dead Demon’s Dededede Destructionwas one of the standout anime releases of 2024. Based on the long-running manga by Inio Asano, this unusual apocalyptic tale was first adapted into a two-part film, later restructured into an 18-episode series for streaming. It left a strong impression with its blend of alien invasion and coming-of-age drama. And yet, less than a year later, it no longer has the buzz it once did.The similarly titledDandadan, which explores comparable themes although with a wilder tone, became a breakout hit, stealing much of the attention in the realm of teen sci-fi and UFO storytelling....