Don Dracula

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  • 1982
  • 1 Season
  • 5.8  (98)

Don Dracula is a comedic anime series that aired in 1982. The story follows the titular character, a vampire named Don Dracula, who has taken up residence in Japan. Don Dracula is your typical aristocratic vampire; he is charming, elegant, and has a wicked sense of humor. However, he is also quite lazy and spends most of his time sleeping.

Don Dracula's quiet existence is suddenly interrupted when a young girl named Chocola comes to stay with him. Chocola is a member of a family of vampire hunters, and she is determined to rid the world of all vampires, including Don Dracula. Much to her surprise, however, Don Dracula turns out to be a fairly kind and harmless vampire who is content to live off of pig's blood.

The two quickly become unlikely friends, with Don Dracula teaching Chocola about the finer things in life, such as opera and fine dining. Meanwhile, Chocola tries to teach Don Dracula how to be a better vampire and how to avoid being hunted by her family.

Don Dracula's world is filled with a cast of eccentric characters, including a talking crow named Ga-chan who wants to become a vampire, a ghost who haunts Don Dracula's castle, and a group of werewolves who are constantly causing trouble. There are also several members of Chocola's family who make occasional appearances, including her overbearing mother who is determined to eradicate all vampires, and her bumbling father who is usually more of a hindrance than a help.

The episodes of Don Dracula are fairly self-contained, with each one having its own standalone story. Some episodes involve Don Dracula and Chocola getting into all sorts of wacky hijinks, while others focus more on the various supporting characters and their antics. There is a lot of slapstick humor throughout the show, and many of the jokes revolve around Don Dracula's inability to understand modern technology and customs.

One of the most notable aspects of Don Dracula is its animation style. The show utilizes a unique blend of traditional anime-style animation and hand-drawn watercolor backgrounds, giving it a distinctive look that sets it apart from many other anime shows of the time. The character designs are also quite memorable, with Don Dracula's flowing cape and top hat being particularly iconic.

While Don Dracula may not be as well-known as some of the other anime shows from the 80s, it has developed a small cult following over the years. Its blend of humor, horror, and whimsy make it a fun and entertaining watch, and its unique animation style is sure to catch the eye of anyone looking for something a little different. Whether you're a fan of classic anime or just looking for a quirky and offbeat comedy, Don Dracula is definitely worth checking out.

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Seasons
Scared of Garlic, the Cross and the Dentist
8. Scared of Garlic, the Cross and the Dentist
May 23, 1982
Earl Dracula is craving for blood. As he has'nt had fresh blood for days, he will die of starvation. When he finds a beautiful woman, he sneaks into her house. He is about to bite her neck when he discovers that she has had dinner with plenty of garlic.
Tiger Is As Precious As Panda
7. Tiger Is As Precious As Panda
May 16, 1982
A beautiful girl is lying on the road. Her blood has been sucked by Earl Dracula. In contemporary Japan, however, nobody believes she has been attacked by Dracula. Residents take the assault to have been by an animal when they see wounds made by teeth.
A Devil Dwelling in the Cram School
6. A Devil Dwelling in the Cram School
May 9, 1982
The science fiction club room at the school Chocola attends is going to be used as a storeroom. So the students look for a new room. They find a house that used to be a school, and decide to rent it. The house, however, turns out to be haunted by demons.
The Cheating Operation
5. The Cheating Operation
May 2, 1982
School examinations will begin in a few days at the school Chocola attends.
Where Does the Marman Go?
4. Where Does the Marman Go?
April 25, 1982
Chocola and her boyfriend Nobuhiko are strolling on the beach when they find a building called "Research Institute for Exterminating Vampires."
A Walking Man With the Frame
3. A Walking Man With the Frame
April 18, 1982
Inside a parcel delivered to their house at midnight is a portrait of a terribly distorted-looking man.
Risky Vampire Tour
2. Risky Vampire Tour
April 11, 1982
Earl Dracula finds it difficult to adjust to Japanese culture, which is very different from Romanian culture.
Here Comes the Vampire Buster
1. Here Comes the Vampire Buster
April 4, 1982
For no apparent reason, Don Dracula, the vampire, and his beloved daughter Chocola happen to move to Japan from Romania. They live peacefully in Nerima, a remote area outside Tokyo, until Hellsing, an expert on destroying vampires, comes after them.
Description
  • Premiere Date
    April 4, 1982
  • IMDB Rating
    5.8  (98)