Orange's Trigun Stargaze is stepping into the spotlight: director Masako Sato, business producer Yoshihiro Watanabe, and voice actress Chika Ayamori (Milly Thompson) are confirmed for Otakon 2026 in Washington, D.C. (July 31–August 2). It's the next chapter of the CG-driven Trigun reboot Orange launched with Trigun Stampede in 2023 — and a good moment to sort out where the franchise lives and how it ranks.
Quick answer
Trigun Stargaze is the 2026 continuation of Trigun Stampede, animated by Orange (the CG studio behind Beastars and Land of the Lustrous), directed by Masako Sato. Stampede streamed on Crunchyroll worldwide, and Stargaze is expected to follow. According to SenpaiRanks, the Trigun franchise holds a strong Quality tier on the ranking board — Stampede's bold CG reinvention split longtime fans on Consensus but scored well on craft, and the 1998 original remains a genre landmark.
Here's the Trigun Stargaze trailer:
Where it comes from
Trigun has two anime lives: the beloved 1998 TV series by Madhouse, and Orange's 2023 Stampede reboot that rebuilt the story in CG. Stargaze continues the Stampede continuity, not the original — so if you're starting fresh for the new season, Stampede is your entry point, not the '98 show.
Where to watch the Trigun anime
The honest, platform-neutral read:
- Trigun Stampede (2023): Crunchyroll worldwide, sub and dub.
- Trigun (1998) and Badlands Rumble: availability rotates by region — check Crunchyroll and digital storefronts.
- Trigun Stargaze (2026): expected on Crunchyroll following Stampede's rollout.
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The ranking read
SenpaiRanks tracks Trigun in the strong Quality tier — the interesting part is the Consensus/Quality gap. Stampede's CG divided fans (Consensus) while reviewers rewarded its ambition (Quality), and that split is exactly the question a single MAL score can't answer for you. Pull up its ranking page, rate it, and see whether your taste sides with the purists or the reinvention.
Frequently asked questions
Q: What is Trigun Stargaze?
A: The 2026 continuation of Orange's Trigun Stampede reboot, directed by Masako Sato.
Q: Where can I watch Trigun?
A: Trigun Stampede is on Crunchyroll worldwide (sub and dub); the 1998 series and films rotate by region. Stargaze is expected on Crunchyroll.
Q: Do I need to watch the 1998 Trigun first?
A: No. Stargaze follows the 2023 Stampede continuity, so start with Stampede.
Q: Who makes Trigun Stargaze?
A: Studio Orange, the CG studio behind Beastars and Land of the Lustrous.
Q: Is Trigun good?
A: On SenpaiRanks the franchise holds a strong Quality tier; Stampede's reinvention scored well on craft even as it divided longtime fans.