Space☆Dandy 2nd Season

  • Genres: ["Comedy","Sci-Fi"]
  • Type: TV
  • Status: Finished Airing
  • Year: 2014

Summary: Second season of Space Dandy.

Space Dandy is a dandy guy, in space! This dreamy adventurer with a to-die-for pompadour travels across the galaxy in search of aliens no one has ever laid eyes on. Each new species he discovers earns him a hefty reward, but this dandy has to be quick on his feet because it's first come, first served! Accompanied by his sidekicks, a rundown robot named QT and Meow the cat-looking space alien, Dandy bravely explores unknown worlds inhabited by a variety of aliens. Join the best dressed alien hunter in all of space and time as he embarks on an adventure that ends at the edge of the universe!

(Source: Bandai Visual)


Description

Second season of Space Dandy.

Space Dandy is a dandy guy, in space! This dreamy adventurer with a to-die-for pompadour travels across the galaxy in search of aliens no one has ever laid eyes on. Each new species he discovers earns him a hefty reward, but this dandy has to be quick on his feet because it's first come, first served! Accompanied by his sidekicks, a rundown robot named QT and Meow the cat-looking space alien, Dandy bravely explores unknown worlds inhabited by a variety of aliens. Join the best dressed alien hunter in all of space and time as he embarks on an adventure that ends at the edge of the universe!

(Source: Bandai Visual)


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Space☆Dandy 2nd Season Review

Space☆Dandy 2nd Season — Second season of Space Dandy. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.

Thematically, It sits firmly within Comedy, Sci-Fi conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.26). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.

Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.

On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.

The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.

Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.

No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.

In sum, Space☆Dandy 2nd Season offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Comedy, Sci-Fi, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.


Characters & Voice Actors

Dandy

Dandy

Main

Suwabe, Junichi
Suwabe, Junichi
Japanese
Dandy

Dandy

Main

Sinclair, Ian
Sinclair, Ian
English
Dandy

Dandy

Main

Brecklinghaus, Tobias
Brecklinghaus, Tobias
German
Dandy

Dandy

Main

Le Minoux, Martial
Le Minoux, Martial
French
Meow

Meow

Main

Yoshino, Hiroyuki
Yoshino, Hiroyuki
Japanese
Meow

Meow

Main

McDonald, Joel
McDonald, Joel
English
Meow

Meow

Main

Solis, Adrien
Solis, Adrien
French
Meow

Meow

Main

Bross, Martin
Bross, Martin
German
QT

QT

Main

Viktorin, Alison
Viktorin, Alison
English
QT

QT

Main

Hesse, Kirstin
Hesse, Kirstin
German
QT

QT

Main

Satake, Uki
Satake, Uki
Japanese
QT

QT

Main

Bienaimé, Nathalie
Bienaimé, Nathalie
French
Admiral Perry

Admiral Perry

Supporting

Ginga, Banjou
Ginga, Banjou
Japanese
Admiral Perry

Admiral Perry

Supporting

Williams, Kent
Williams, Kent
English
Admiral Perry

Admiral Perry

Supporting

Souterelle, Frédéric
Souterelle, Frédéric
French
Admiral Perry

Admiral Perry

Supporting

Martin, Thomas Balou
Martin, Thomas Balou
German
Anna

Anna

Supporting

Yurin
Yurin
Japanese
Anna

Anna

Supporting

Cruz, Giovannie
Cruz, Giovannie
English
Anna

Anna

Supporting

Marlot, Frédérique
Marlot, Frédérique
French
Barry

Barry

Supporting

Yamamoto, Shouta
Yamamoto, Shouta
Japanese

Staff

Cook, Justin

Cook, Justin

Producer

Itou, Yukihiro

Itou, Yukihiro

Producer

Mukaichi, Motoki

Mukaichi, Motoki

Producer

Ogisu, Hirotsugu

Ogisu, Hirotsugu

Producer

Natsume, Shingo

Natsume, Shingo

Director, Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation

Watanabe, Shinichirou

Watanabe, Shinichirou

Director, Script, Storyboard, 2nd Key Animation

Kidokoro, Seimei

Kidokoro, Seimei

Episode Director

Miyoshi, Masato

Miyoshi, Masato

Episode Director

Mukai, Masahiro

Mukai, Masahiro

Episode Director, Assistant Director

Nakura, Yasuhiro

Nakura, Yasuhiro

Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation, Background Art

Oshiyama, Kiyotaka

Oshiyama, Kiyotaka

Episode Director, Script, Storyboard, In-Between Animation, Animation Director, Key Animation

Saga, Satoshi

Saga, Satoshi

Episode Director

Shimizu, Hiroshi

Shimizu, Hiroshi

Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation, Animation Director

Takahashi, Atsushi

Takahashi, Atsushi

Episode Director, Storyboard

Wada, Takaaki

Wada, Takaaki

Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation

Yamamoto, Sayo

Yamamoto, Sayo

Episode Director, Storyboard

Yuasa, Masaaki

Yuasa, Masaaki

Episode Director, Script, Storyboard, Animation Director, Character Design, Setting, Key Animation

EnJoe, Toh

EnJoe, Toh

Script

Marchi, Jamie

Marchi, Jamie

Script

Mori, Hayashi

Mori, Hayashi

Script