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Head to head
Underdog Short Animations vs Serial Experiments Lain
| — | Score | 8.0 |
| 24 | Popularity | 244,983 |
| 2 | Episodes | 13 |
| 2025 | Year | 1998 |
| Ona | Format | Tv |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
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The verdict
On the numbers, Underdog Short Animations edges it — but they share 4 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- More popularSerial Experiments Lain has the bigger audience here.
- Shorter commitmentUnderdog Short Animations is 2 eps vs 13.
- NewerUnderdog Short Animations (2025) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open Underdog Short Animations or Serial Experiments Lain for the full picture.