TRIGUN STAMPEDE
TRIGUN STAMPEDE
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TRIGUN STAMPEDE

"Alone, no longer."

7.5
Yr 2023
Rt 24m
Status Ended
Animation Action & Adventure Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Overview

Vash the Stampede's a joyful gunslinging pacifist, so why does he have a $$6 million bounty on his head? That's what's puzzling rookie reporter Meryl Stryfe and her jaded veteran partner when looking into the vigilante only to find someone who hates blood.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 75 /100

Trigun Stampede is generally received as a successful, visually striking modernization of the 1990s cult classic. Critics praise the production for its high-quality 3D animation, expressive character work, and its willingness to diverge from the original narrative to stand on its own merits as a fresh reimagining.

However, the reception is tempered by concerns over the show's pacing. Several reviewers noted that the accelerated storytelling—necessitated by a shorter episode count—prevents the series from hitting the same emotional depth as its predecessor. While some critics enjoyed the breakneck speed, others found it made the development of the plot and characters feel rushed.

“This action sci-fi series is a fun, modern 3D refresh of a cult classic 1990s anime series.”

“One of Trigun Stampede’s biggest issues is its breakneck pacing.”

“It fleshes out whole characters, the world, and the story while giving Trigun a much-needed facelift.”

“It's a great watch with some genuinely stunning moments, albeit never quite reaching the lofty heights of the original.”

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Where to Watch

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UK • CA • US
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US
Crunchyroll
CA • US • UK
Why fans love it

This 2023 anime reboot presents a striking vision of a post-apocalyptic dystopia, relying on distinct 3D animation to deliver its sci-fi action and adventure. Based on the original manga, the series constructs a harsh world defined by desolation, wandering bounty hunters, and frequent gun violence. It offers a fresh aesthetic spin on the futuristic gunman genre while keeping the high-energy momentum of a classic desert expedition.

The intrigue comes from a fundamental contradiction at the center of the story. Gunslinging vigilante Vash the Stampede carries a massive $$6 million bounty on his head, yet he remains a joyful pacifist who hates blood. When rookie reporter Meryl Stryfe and her jaded veteran partner set out to track down the notorious outlaw, they uncover a much stranger reality than expected. Supported by voice work from Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, the show mixes sharp character dynamics with intense, high-stakes conflicts.

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Keywords

bounty hunter post-apocalyptic future dystopia based on manga reboot gunman gun violence anime 3d animation adventure
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
January 07, 2023
Status
Ended
Episode Runtime
24 minutes
Origin
JP
TMDB Votes
95