Title

Sadako-san and Sadako-chan

Also known as: Sadako-san to Sadako-chan, 貞子さんとさだこちゃん

by Kouji Suzuki, Noriaki Sugihara, Aya Tsutsumi

Score from AniList: 60/100finished1 volumes7 chapters

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One day, as Sadako goes to claim her next victim, she meets another girl named Sadako. “Sadako-chan” is a precocious young child who’s eager to help “Sadako-san” adjust to the modern era–no more climbing out of TVs, it’s all about YouTube now! With the help of her new friend, can Sadako finally move on from her tragic past? This adorable spin-off to the genre-defining Ringu franchise is terrifyingly funny! Based on the Ring novel by Koji Suzuki and the Ringu/The Ring horror film franchise. (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

Chapters available: 7
Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 3.5/5

A cheerful horror parody that pairs a famous ghost with a sharp-witted child, with jokes that work because they respect the original.

Pros

A clever, affectionate spin on a horror icon
Bright, funny dialogue between the two leads
A short run that stays tight

Cons

The premise can wear thin over a long read
Horror fans may find the parody too gentle

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Read the full take

Sadako-san and Sadako-chan is a playful spin-off that takes a horror icon and makes her the straight woman in a comedy. When one Sadako goes to claim her next victim, she meets another girl with the same name, a precocious child who wants to help her adjust to modern life. The premise is clever, and the jokes work because they treat the original mythology with affection rather than mockery. The dialogue between the two leads is sharp and funny, and the short run keeps the story tight. The honest cons: the premise can wear thin over a long read, and horror fans may find the parody too gentle for their taste. The scares are minimal, which may disappoint some readers. Still, it is a fun, low-stakes read for anyone who enjoys horror with a wink. If you like your ghosts with a sense of humour, this is worth a look.