Durarara!! English Sub & Dub

About Durarara!!

Meet Durarara!! (デュラララ!!), an action, mystery and supernatural anime by Brain's Base (2010). Here is the premise in a nutshell. The premise: In Tokyo's downtown district of Ikebukuro, amidst many strange rumors and warnings of anonymous gangs and perilous occupants. Ryuugamine Mikado has always longed for the excitement of the town life, and an invitation from a childhood friend convinces him to move to Tokyo.

Another thread: Witnessing the Black Rider on his first day in the city, his wishes already seem to have been granted. As supernatural events begin to occur, everyday citizens like himself, along with Ikebukuro's most colorful inhabitants, are mixed up in the commotion breaking out in their metropolis.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Masaya Onosaka as Isaac Dian and Sayaka Aoki as Miria Harvent. Think of it as a pick for viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 24 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Brain's Base, so the studio's house style defines how Durarara!! looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. A 7.8/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. On the casting side, Masaya Onosaka voicing Isaac Dian gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2010, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.