Danganronpa: The Animation
Dangan Ronpa: The Animation
Danganronpa: Kibou no Gakuen to Zetsubou no Koukousei The Animation
Genres
- Horror
- Mystery
- Suspense
Tags
all 18- OtherDeath Game98
- ActionBattle Royale95
- OtherSurvival92
- TraitsDetective89
- TraitsAmnesia76
- SceneSchool74
- Main CastEnsemble Cast72
- OtherGore70
- Main CastPrimarily Teen Cast62
- Main CastMale Protagonist61
- TraitsArtificial Intelligence55
- TraitsTanned Skin54
- TraitsYandere53
- TraitsKuudere52
- TraitsGyaru50
- TechnicalCGI48
- ComedySurreal Comedy46
- TraitsIdol36
Genres: Horror, Mystery, Suspense. Tags: Death Game, Battle Royale, Survival, Detective, Amnesia, School, Ensemble Cast, Gore, Primarily Teen Cast, Male Protagonist, Artificial Intelligence, Tanned Skin.
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Ranked
#189
Popularity
8.6K
Favorites
217.7K
Members
#1
This Season
Popular TV
#19
This Season
Rated TV
#208
All Time
Popular TV
Episode Progress
Complete13 / 13 episodes aired
All 13 episodes available on Crunchyroll, Hulu, YouTube
- Premiered
- Summer 2013
- Aired
- Jul 5, 2013 – Sep 27, 2013
- Broadcast
- Friday · 01:35:00
- Duration
- 24 min
- Time to Complete
- 5h 12m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Lerche
Alternative Titles
jaダンガンロンパ 希望の学園と絶望の高校生 THE ANIMATION
en-x-romajiDanganronpa: Kibou no Gakuen to Zetsubou no Koukousei The Animation
enDangan Ronpa: The Animation
ja-LatnDanganronpa: Kibou no Gakuen to Zetsubou no Koukousei - The Animation
enDanganronpa: Academy of Hope and High School Students of Despair THE ANIMATION
jaダンガンロンパ The Animation
Synopsis
Makoto Naegi, a teenager with no remarkable talent, is surprised to learn that he has been accepted into Hope's Peak Private Academy: an elite school that gathers the best students from various fields. Despite believing his admission was just a fluke, Naegi is delighted to attend an institution known for ensuring success to those who graduate. Determined, he enters the front doors of the prestigious academy. However, after losing consciousness inside, Naegi wakes up in a seemingly abandoned classroom. Failing to comprehend how he got there, Naegi begins to explore, and to his surprise, finds his classmates assembled in the gym. While everyone is trying to figure out what happened, they are confronted by the school principal—Monokuma, a robotic teddy bear. The mysterious toy explains that the freshmen are trapped inside the school with only one means of escape—kill a classmate without being discovered. Tension fills the air as Naegi and his classmates realize that they are faced with two choices: participate in Monokuma's killing game, or reside together in the school for the rest of their lives. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Synopsis
Due to the success of the Danganronpa games, various spin-offs on a variety of media were made including the anime adaption and Danganronpa/Zero, a series of two novels written by Tsuyoshi Kodakazu and illustrated by Rui Komatsuzaki which were released on September 15, 2011 and October 13, 2011.
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Franchise Timeline
Danganronpa: The Animation is entry 1 of 5 in the Danganronpa: The Animation watch order — the first entry in this franchise's main story.
Essential·Core entries only — skip filler and side content
- 1Danganronpa: The AnimationSeason 12013
- 2
- 3Super Danganronpa 2.5: Nagito Komaeda and the Destroyer of the WorldMain Story #3 (OVA)2017
- 4
- 5
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5Danganronpa 3: Monokuma GekijouOptional SPECIAL2016
- 6
Platform Scores
MAL
7.19
AniList
68 / 100
Kitsu
71 / 100
AniList Trend
283
Episode Guide
Aired so far: 13 / 13
Main Story
13 / 13
100%
Latest Aired
Episode 13
Remaining
Fully available
Aired so far
Theme Songs
Openings
Status Breakdown
Tags
Shows how closely each tag relates to this animeShow spoiler tags10
Relations
Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope's Peak High School - Despair Arc
Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope's Peak High School - Despair Arc
Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope's Peak High School - Future Arc
Recommendations
10 recommendations
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes is Danganronpa: The Animation?
Danganronpa: The Animation consists of 13 episodes in total. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 24 minutes.
Is Danganronpa: The Animation a finished series?
Yes, Danganronpa: The Animation is a finished series that originally aired during the summer 2013 season. It serves as the first entry in a five-part franchise.
Where can I stream Danganronpa: The Animation?
You can watch Danganronpa: The Animation on major streaming platforms including Crunchyroll and Hulu.
What is the plot of Danganronpa: The Animation?
The story follows Makoto Naegi, who is accepted into the elite Hope's Peak Private Academy, only to find himself trapped in a high-stakes survival game. Along with other talented students, he must navigate a terrifying mystery orchestrated by the enigmatic Monokuma.
Is Danganronpa: The Animation based on a game?
Danganronpa: The Animation is an adaptation of the video game Danganronpa: Kibou no Gakuen to Zetsubou no Koukousei. The anime brings the psychological mystery and survival tropes of the original source material to the screen.
Who directed Danganronpa: The Animation?
Danganronpa: The Animation was directed by Kishi, Seiji. The production was handled by the studio Lerche.
Is Danganronpa: The Animation appropriate for younger viewers?
The series carries an R - 17+ age rating due to its focus on violence and profanity. It features dark themes involving survival and psychological tension, making it better suited for mature audiences.
What should I watch if I enjoy Danganronpa: The Animation?
If you are looking for similar suspenseful titles, fans of this series often enjoy Talentless Nana, Tomodachi Game, Assassination Classroom, Akudama Drive, and The Future Diary.
Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Premiered
- Summer 2013
- Aired
- Jul 5, 2013 – Sep 27, 2013
- Broadcast
- Friday · 01:35:00
- Episodes
- 13 / 13
- Duration
- 24 min
- Time to Complete
- 5h 12m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Lerche
Alternative Titles
jaダンガンロンパ 希望の学園と絶望の高校生 THE ANIMATION
en-x-romajiDanganronpa: Kibou no Gakuen to Zetsubou no Koukousei The Animation
enDangan Ronpa: The Animation
ja-LatnDanganronpa: Kibou no Gakuen to Zetsubou no Koukousei - The Animation
enDanganronpa: Academy of Hope and High School Students of Despair THE ANIMATION
jaダンガンロンパ The Animation
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