Damemane! TV Series (2025) – Release Date, Cast, Episodes, Story, Trailer, Poster, Platform, Review

Damemane! TV Series Details
Original title | ダメマネ! ーダメなタレント、マネジメントしますー |
Also known as | Damemane!: Damena Tarento, Management Shimasu |
Country | Japan |
Language | Japanese |
Genres | Comedy, Workplace, Slice of Life |
Season | 1 |
Episodes | 10 |
Release date | April 20, 2025 |
Running time | 55min |
Aired on | Sunday |
Starring | Rina Kawaei, Ken Yasuda, Yudai Chiba, Shinobu Terajima, Mari Hamada, Munenori Nagano, Jin Suzuki |
Music by | Segawa Eishi, Suzuki Masat |
Directed by | Toichiro Ruto, Ryuichi Inomata |
Written by | Takeshi Miyamoto, Udai Iwasaki, Masaki Nishigaki |
Produced by | Matsumoto Kyoko, Fujisawa Kiyoko, Ikeda Kenji |
Original Network | NTV |
About Damemane! TV Series
Damemane! (ダメマネ! ーダメなタレント、マネジメントしますー) is a Japanese drama directed by Toichiro Ruto, Ryuichi Inomata and written by Takeshi Miyamoto, Udai Iwasaki, Masaki Nishigaki, starring Rina Kawaei, Ken Yasuda, Yudai Chiba, Shinobu Terajima, Mari Hamada, Munenori Nagano, Jin Suzuki in the main roles.
Cast & Characters
- Rina Kawaei as Miwa Kandagawa
- Ken Yasuda as Shinichiro Saigawa (Division Manager)
- Yudai Chiba
- Shinobu Terajima
- Jun Hashimoto
- Mari Hamada
- Jin Suzuki
- Munenori Nagano
Damemane! Storyline
The story follows Miwa Kandagawa (played by Rina Kawaei), a former child acting prodigy who becomes a rookie talent manager at TOYO Productions’ Division 4. This division is notorious for handling eccentric and struggling entertainers. Utilizing her past acting experience and keen interpersonal skills, Miwa endeavors to rejuvenate the careers of these “hopeless” talents while concealing her own complicated history.
Damemane! Episodes
Damemane! Release Date
Damemane! premiered on April 20, 2025, airing every Saturday at 11:00 PM JST on Nippon TV (NTV).
Damemane! – Where to Watch and Stream
Damemane! is broadcast on Nippon TV (NTV) in Japan. There is no official information regarding international streaming availability.
Damemane! Soundtracks
The opening theme song, “DARE ME”, is performed by K-pop group IVE. This track marks IVE’s debut in the Japanese drama OST scene and conveys themes of self-empowerment and resilience, aligning with the show’s narrative of personal and professional redemption.
Damemane! Japanese Drama FAQs
Who is the director of Damemane! TV series?
Damemane! is a Japanese drama directed by Toichiro Ruto, Ryuichi Inomata.
Who is the writer of Damemane! TV series?
Damemane! (ダメマネ! ーダメなタレント、マネジメントしますー) is a Japanese drama, written by Takeshi Miyamoto, Udai Iwasaki, Masaki Nishigaki.
Who are the lead actors in Damemane! TV series?
The lead actors in the Damemane! Japanese drama are Rina Kawaei, Ken Yasuda, Yudai Chiba, Shinobu Terajima, Mari Hamada, Munenori Nagano, Jin Suzuki.
What is the plot of Damemane!?
The story follows Miwa Kandagawa (played by Rina Kawaei), a former child acting prodigy who becomes a rookie talent manager at TOYO Productions’ Division 4. This division is notorious for handling eccentric and struggling entertainers. Utilizing her past acting experience and keen interpersonal skills, Miwa endeavors to rejuvenate the careers of these “hopeless” talents while concealing her own complicated history.
When will the Damemane! be released?
Damemane! premiered on April 20, 2025, airing every Saturday at 11:00 PM JST on Nippon TV (NTV).
Where to Watch Damemane! TV Series Online?
Damemane! is broadcast on Nippon TV (NTV) in Japan. There is no official information regarding international streaming availability.
How many episodes are in Damemane!?
Damemane! consists of a total of 10 episodes.