Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt [Season 2]

Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt Season 2: Trigger’s Wild Comeback or Nostalgia Bait?

Let’s cut to the chase: if you’re a 2000s kid who stayed up late watching Adult Swim, or a weeb who’s been craving that chaotic, unapologetic anime energy, Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt Season 2 is the revival no one saw coming—until now. Announced by Studio Trigger at Anime Expo 2022 and finally dropping July 10 on Amazon Prime, this long-awaited sequel to the 2010 cult hit is stirring up more drama than Panty’s love life. And honestly? That’s exactly what makes it so fun.

First, let’s recap the basics for anyone who’s been living under a rock (or, let’s be real, too busy binging Demon Slayer). The original series follows Panty and Stocking, two angels kicked out of Heaven for being total troublemakers—think partying, stealing, and generally acting like the divine version of your chaotic friend group. They team up with Garterbelt, a flamboyant priest with a penchant for leather, to hunt ghosts in Daten City, all while bickering like siblings and using their underwear as weapons (yes, you read that right). The show was a visual trip: it flipped between anime, Western cartoon, and even 3D animation styles faster than Panty can seduce a mortal. And let’s not forget that cliffhanger ending—12 years later, fans are still yelling about it.

Now, Season 2. The hype is real… but so is the skepticism. Over on MyAnimeList, the discussion is split faster than Stocking’s demon-slaying stockings. One user raved, “Who else remembers this absolute banger? I loved the art direction the first season had—it was just so different the way they switched styles!” Another chimed in, “I was hyped seeing the news. Most parts were hilarious; I might rewatch before the new season comes out.” But then there’s the haters. “When was the last time Trigger did anything worthwhile?” one detractor ranted. “It’s going to be a shitty, hollow attempt at revitalizing their failing brand.” Ouch. Even a fellow user clapped back, “One could say you sound pretty… Triggered.” Burn.

Let’s talk about Trigger, though. The studio behind hits like Kill la Kill and Promare has been quiet lately, so this sequel feels like a make-or-break moment. The new trailer (dropped June 16, 2025) teases that same wild energy: neon colors, over-the-top action, and Panty and Stocking being their unfiltered selves. But will it live up to the original? Some fans worry it’s just nostalgia bait. “I want to believe,” one user admitted, “but anything riding the coattails of the original has me doubtful.”

Then there’s the art style. The first season’s mix of anime and Western cartoon vibes was iconic—think Powerpuff Girls meets Evangelion (but with more sex jokes). The new trailer shows that Trigger’s doubling down on that chaos, which is a relief. No one wants a watered-down version of the show that once had a character named “Chuck” who’s a talking, farting dog. Wait, no—Chuck was actually a ghost sidekick, but let’s not split hairs.

For the 20-and-under crowd, this might be your first time hearing about Panty & Stocking. Let’s break it down: it’s like if Rick and Morty and Sailor Moon had a love child who listens to punk rock. It’s raunchy, it’s weird, and it doesn’t care if you’re offended. The original was ahead of its time—now, in a world where shows like The Boys and Euphoria push boundaries, Season 2 might fit right in. But will it feel fresh, or just like a relic from 2010?

Another hot take: some fans are worried about “woke culture” ruining the fun. “Hopefully it’s not overmoderated by the current awful woke culture,” one user fretted. But let’s be real—Panty & Stocking was never about being PC. It’s about two angels who curse like sailors and fight ghosts with lingerie. If Trigger stays true to that, the “woke police” can take a hike.

So, is Season 2 worth the wait? The answer depends on what you want. If you’re here for nostalgia, you’ll probably eat it up. If you’re a Trigger hater, you’ll roll your eyes and move on. But for the rest of us? It’s a chance to revisit a show that dared to be different. The first season was a middle finger to anime tropes—let’s hope Season 2 keeps flipping the bird.

Final thought: whether it’s a masterpiece or a mess, Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt Season 2 is going to be talked about. And in a world where every anime feels like a carbon copy of the last, that’s something. So grab your popcorn (and maybe some extra underwear), and get ready to dive back into Daten City. Just don’t say we didn’t warn you about the chaos.

— A fellow weeb who’s low-key obsessed with Garterbelt’s fashion sense.