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The Best Episodes of Deadman Wonderland Season 1

Every episode of Deadman Wonderland Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Deadman Wonderland Season 1!

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Ganta is the only survivor after a mysterious man in red slaughters a classroom full of teenagers. He's framed for the carnage, sentenced to die, and locked away in the most twisted prison ever built:

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 12 - Relief (Grateful Dead)
    7.9/10(223 votes)

    S1:E12

    Ganta, battered in battle and weakened by the poison coursing through his body, tries to use the last of his strength to take out Genkaku - but Shiro might be his only hope.

    Directors:Tatsuya Igarashi, Koichi Hatsumi
    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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  2. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 5 - Carrion Festival (Carnival Corpse)
    7.8/10(224 votes)

    S1:E5

    When Ganta faces Senji in his first Carnival Corpse, he learns that the effect of using his powers recklessly might be even deadlier than his opponent. Meanwhile, Yoh discovers there is more to Shiro than meets the eye.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 6 - Hummingbird
    7.8/10(225 votes)

    S1:E6

    Ganta meets Minatsuki, who’s locked up for killing her abusive father. When Ganta’s efforts to help her escape are thwarted, he’s forced to take on Minatsuki in a Carnival Corpse - and the girl shows her cruel true colors.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 9 - Pro-oxidant (Worm Eater)
    7.8/10(205 votes)

    S1:E9

    Ganta and his Scar Chain comrades find themselves bloodied after an encounter with Genkaku’s crew. Things don’t get any better when the battle ends, thanks to a sudden appearance and shocking decision by Shiro.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 11 - Gig of Despair
    7.7/10(206 votes)

    S1:E11

    Ganta asks Senji to train him to better utilize his powers in battle. Later, after Karako is captured trying to save Nagi, Ganta unleashes his new skills during a rescue attempt - but it might already be too late, thanks to Genkaku.

    Director:Akitoshi Yokoyama
    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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  6. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 2 - Antidote (Candy)
    7.6/10(261 votes)

    S1:E2

    In order to earn “cast points” that he can use to buy antidote for the poison injected by his collar, Ganta goes head to head with one of the prison’s toughest inmates in a deadly obstacle course.

    Director:Tatsuya Igarashi
    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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  7. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 7 - Original Sin (Wretched Egg)
    7.6/10(210 votes)

    S1:E7

    Ganta meets Karako and Nagi, the leaders of the rebel faction Scar Chain, who help Minatsuki out of a potentially gruesome bind. Unfortunately, Ganta also meets Genkaku, a guitar-toting monk with a real talent for brutal violence.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 1 - Death Row Inmate
    7.5/10(289 votes)

    S1:E1

    Ganta quickly learns of the very real dangers lurking around every corner in Deadman Wonderland. He soon meets the unusual Shiro, and while defending her from other inmates, discovers a strange new power within himself.

    Director:Ryuichi Kimura
    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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  9. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 10 - Caretaker (Undertaker)
    7.5/10(200 votes)

    S1:E10

    Ganta lashes out at Shiro for destroying the data chip and the Scar Chain’s resolve continues to be tested thanks to a traitorous confession by Rokuro. Things are looking grim for Ganta and his allies - until Senji enters the fight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 8 - Chains of Freedom (Scar Chain)
    7.4/10(206 votes)

    S1:E8

    Ganta decides to join Scar Chain after hearing their plan to expose Deadman Wonderland’s darkest secrets. The plot isn’t without risks - and there’s a chance that the Undertakers are already working to sabotage the operation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 3 - G Block
    7.3/10(244 votes)

    S1:E3

    Unable to afford antidote, Ganta faces his impending death - until You comes to his rescue. Later, after learning that the Red Man might be an inmate, Ganta, Shiro, and You venture into the secluded G Block to find the truth.

    Director:Yasuhiro Geshi
    Writer:Yasuyuki Muto

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  12. Deadman Wonderland Season 1 Episode 4 - Crow Claw
    7.2/10(232 votes)

    S1:E4

    Ganta is locked away in Tamaki’s lab after tangling with Senji, who wields powers similar to his own. While quarantined, Ganta learns more about his new abilities - and discovers that he’ll soon have to use them in a fight to the death.

    Director:Tomoaki Ohta
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Relief (Grateful Dead)" is the best rated episode of "Deadman Wonderland" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 223 votes. Directed by Tatsuya Igarashi, Koichi Hatsumi and written by Yasuyuki Muto, it aired on 7/3/2011. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Carrion Festival (Carnival Corpse)".