Studio Trigger is about to revive a classic of anime with the announcement of ‘New Panty & Stocking’, a continuation of the acclaimed series ‘Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt’, which premiered in 2010 by Gainax. The new series will follow the adventures of Panty and Stocking, two angels expelled from paradise, and promises to maintain the irreverent and colorful style that made the original production famous, which has reached cult status over the years.
One of the great classics of Gainax
With the disappearance of Gainax, Studio Trigger acquired the rights to ‘Panty & Stocking’, allowing Hiroyuki Imaishi, co-founder of the studio and director of the original series, to take the reins of the project again. Imaishi has also taken charge of the script in collaboration with Hiromi Wakabayashi. As for character design, well-known names like Shigeto Koyama, Sushio, and Masaru Sakamoto, along with the prominent Yoh Yoshinari, have contributed to bringing these iconic characters to life.
The new trailer released recently showcases a psychedelic style characteristic of Studio Trigger that is sure to captivate fans and attract new viewers. With a distinctly visual approach and the irreverent theme that characterizes the series, expectations are high among fans who have been waiting for this new installment for over a decade.
The world premiere of ‘New Panty & Stocking’ is scheduled for July 4, 2025, at Anime Expo. For the international audience, the premiere will take place on July 9 via Amazon Prime Video, giving anime lovers the chance to see how the antics of these two mischievous angels have evolved. Undoubtedly, this return marks another milestone in the trajectory of Studio Trigger, which is currently also working on the second season of ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ and is part of ‘Star Wars Visions’.