Common Sense Media Review
Intense violence and action in gripping dark fantasy anime.
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Deadman Wonderland
What's the Story?
DEADMAN WONDERLAND follows Ganta Igarashi (voiced in English by Greg Ayres), framed for mass murder and sent to a deadly prison called Deadman Wonderland where convicts must engage in lethal games. As Ganta fights for survival, he discovers he has mysterious powers that he uses to seek the truth behind the real culprit, the mysterious Red Man.
Is It Any Good?
This dark fantasy anime is packed with intense violence and cool supernatural action. Deadman Wonderland hooks you with its dark and wild story, featuring some bloody and intense action scenes. But what really stands out is the unique plot, mature themes, and the mystery around Ganta trying to track down the Red Man. Fans of dark fantasy and supernatural elements are likely to enjoy this harrowing series.
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TV Details
- Premiere date : April 17, 2011
- Cast : Greg Ayres , Monica Rial , Patrick Seitz
- Network : Crunchyroll
- Genre : Anime
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic ) , School ( Middle School )
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- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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