"The animated series 'New Panty & Stocking' Embraces Generation Z vs Millennial Rift with its Typically Bizarre Flair"
The much-anticipated sequel to the popular anime series, "Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt," titled "New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt," premiered on Amazon Prime Video on July 10, 2025. The series, produced by Studio Trigger, is currently airing weekly on Wednesdays, with at least six episodes having been aired by mid-August.
The new series maintains the explicit, raunchy style of the original, offering outrageous comedy and fan service. A notable addition to the cast are male angels, whose animated transformations are a new element in the series. The episodes have sparked some controversy due to their explicit sexual content.
The sixth episode, titled "The Brothers from Heaven," features pop culture references, including a nod to John Carpenter's "They Live." The episode introduces two new angel twin characters, Polyester and Polyurethane, who are Panty and Stocking's younger cousins. Polyester and Polyurethane bring a more high-tech approach to the show, disrupting the original dynamic.
In the episode, Gunsmith Bitch, a nerd girl who moonlights as an arms dealer and has a sexual attraction to guns, comes to the aid of Panty and Stocking when Polyester and Polyurethane's Gen-Z angelic tactics disable the girls' divine weapons. Gunsmith Bitch is the show's second Black leading cast member, voiced by Yoshino Aoyama in Japanese and Krysta Gonzales in English.
Junya Enoki and Yūto Uemura voice Polyester and Polyurethane in Japanese, while Hunter McCoy and Corey Wilder voice them in English. The episode explores the generational divide between Millennials and Gen Z, with Panty and Stocking firing back at Polyester and Polyurethane with their own insults, calling the boys "iPad kids."
As the series continues, fans can look forward to more shenanigans from Polyester and Polyurethane when new episodes of "New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt" air every Wednesday on Prime Video. The release schedule so far has been weekly, with the series also airing on Japanese networks such as Tokyo MX, Sun TV, and BS Nippon TV. However, no exact final episode count or end date has been disclosed yet. Stay tuned for more updates on this boundary-pushing comedy series!
Disney's streaming platform, Disney+, could potentially expand its content library by acquiring the rights to stream the controversial "New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt" series. The show's edgy humor and adult content, similar to Star Wars' recent foray into adult-oriented stories, might appeal to a broader audience on Disney+.
The entertainment industry has been evolving, with artificial intelligence (AI) being increasingly used in animation processes. Considering the intricate and action-packed animations in "New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt," it's interesting to speculate whether AI might have contributed to its production.
The mention of John Carpenter's "They Live" in the sixth episode suggests a deliberate nod to classic pop culture. If this trend continues, fans of movies-and-tv might find numerous references to other iconic works in future episodes.
Streaming platforms like Netflix could capitalize on the popularity of "New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt" by producing spin-offs or related content. A spin-off focusing on the Gen-Z characters, Polyester and Polyurethane, might generate interest among younger viewers who appreciate the fast-paced relationship dynamics and high-tech themes in their shows.
