The highly anticipated “New PANTY & STOCKING with GARTERBELT” season wrapped up its run on September 24, 2025, with an hour-long finale special. This conclusion to the long-awaited second season, produced by Studio Trigger, delivered a double-episode event for fans who had waited over a decade for the return of the Anarchy Sisters. The series, which premiered globally on Amazon Prime Video, marked a significant revival for the cult-favorite anime.
The Long-Awaited Return to Daten City
The “New PANTY & STOCKING with GARTERBELT” season arrived nearly 15 years after the original series concluded in December 2010. The considerable gap was largely due to financial difficulties at the original studio, Gainax, which led to the rights for the franchise being in flux for many years.
Studio Trigger, formed by several former Gainax employees who worked on the first season, successfully acquired the rights to the Panty & Stocking intellectual property at Anime Expo 2023. This acquisition paved the way for the new season, which began airing on July 9, 2025, on Prime Video and Japanese networks like Tokyo MX and BS NTV, with an uncensored version following on AT-X.
Finale Details and Broadcast Information
The season finale, which aired on September 24, 2025, combined episode 12 with an additional segment, creating an hour-long special to conclude the season. This extended format provided a comprehensive ending to the chaotic adventures of Panty and Stocking. The censored version was broadcast on various Japanese channels, while the uncensored version was made available on AT-X on July 15, 2025, and globally via Amazon Prime Video. The season officially ran from July to September 2025.
Creative Team and New Additions
A significant draw for the new season was the return of key creative talent from the original series. Hiroyuki Imaishi, the original director, returned to helm the project at Studio Trigger. He also handled series composition alongside Hiromi Wakabayashi, who additionally served as a concept planner. Atsushi Nishigori continued as the original character designer, with Shigeto Koyama, Sushio, and Masaru Sakamoto also contributing to character designs and art direction.
The new season introduced fresh faces to the cast, including the “Tenshi” (Angel) brothers, Polyurethane and Polyester, voiced by Yūto Uemura and Junya Enoki, respectively. There were also some voice cast changes, with Akeno Watanabe replacing Ayumi Fujimura as Kneesocks and Yūko Natsuyoshi taking over as Fastener.
Fan Reception and Future Prospects
Initial reactions to the finale from fans indicate a mix of excitement and discussion, particularly regarding its ending. Many noted that the new season concluded with another significant cliffhanger, reminiscent of the original series’ surprising twist ending. This narrative choice has fueled speculation and hopes for a potential third season, with some fans expressing a desire for a quicker follow-up compared to the nearly two-decade wait for “New PANTY & STOCKING.”
The Legacy of Daten City
Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt centers on the Anarchy sisters, Panty and Stocking, two angels expelled from Heaven due to their unruly behavior. They reside in Daten City, a realm situated between Heaven and Hell, under the guidance of Reverend Garterbelt. Their mission is to defeat malevolent spirits known as “Ghosts” by transforming their lingerie into weapons, earning Heaven Coins in the process to buy their way back to paradise. The series is known for its distinctive animation style, which emulates American cartoons, and its unique blend of vulgar humor and action.
