The final chapter of the TRIGUN anime saga, titled TRIGUN STARGAZE, will premiere in January 2026 on the TV Tokyo network. Produced by Studio Orange, the new series continues the story two and a half years after the “Lost July” incident, following Vash the Stampede as he faces his brother, Millions Knives, in their concluding battle.

Quick Summary

- TRIGUN STARGAZE, the final chapter of the TRIGUN anime, airs January 2026 on TV Tokyo.
- Announced at New York Comic Con 2025 with new visuals and a teaser trailer.
- Story set two and a half years after the “Lost July” event from TRIGUN STAMPEDE.
- Milly Thompson joins Vash, Meryl, and Nicholas D. Wolfwood as a new companion.
- TRIGUN STAMPEDE will stream free for a limited time on TOHO animation’s YouTube channel.

Broadcast and Production Details

TRIGUN STARGAZE will air in January 2026 on TV Tokyo as the concluding chapter of the TRIGUN anime series. The project is produced by Studio Orange and based on the manga by Yasuhiro Nightow, originally serialized from 1995 to 2007. Director Masako Sato leads the production, with scripts by Kazuyuki Fudeyasu and music by Tatsuya Kato. The anime continues to explore the journey of Vash the Stampede on the desert planet No Man’s Land.

Story and Characters

The story takes place two and a half years after the destruction of the city known as “Lost July.” Vash the Stampede, living quietly under the name Eriks, is drawn back into conflict after a series of new Plant theft incidents suggest the return of Millions Knives. Meryl Stryfe, now a senior journalist, travels with her junior partner Milly Thompson. They reunite with Nicholas D. Wolfwood as the group once again faces a world on the brink of chaos.

New Visuals and Voice Cast

At New York Comic Con 2025, the production revealed the first teaser trailer and key visual featuring Vash, Meryl, Wolfwood, and Milly. The tagline “Live, and Suffer.” and the phrase “You’re No Longer Alone.” highlight the themes of the final chapter. Voice actors include Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Vash, Sakura Ando as Meryl, Yoshimasa Hosoya as Wolfwood, and Chinatsu Ayamori as Milly Thompson. Each shared comments about their roles in the climactic installment.

TRIGUN STAMPEDE Free Streaming Campaign

To commemorate the announcement, TOHO animation’s official YouTube channel will stream all twelve episodes of TRIGUN STAMPEDE for free from October 11 to November 10, 2025. The campaign allows viewers to revisit the previous series before the broadcast of TRIGUN STARGAZE in 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When will TRIGUN STARGAZE be released?
TRIGUN STARGAZE is scheduled to air in January 2026 on the TV Tokyo network.

Q2: Who produces the new TRIGUN anime?
Studio Orange produces TRIGUN STARGAZE, based on Yasuhiro Nightow’s manga TRIGUN.

Q3: Who are the main characters in TRIGUN STARGAZE?
The main cast includes Vash the Stampede, Meryl Stryfe, Nicholas D. Wolfwood, and Milly Thompson.

Q4: Where was TRIGUN STARGAZE announced?
The final chapter was officially announced at New York Comic Con 2025, where the teaser and key visuals were revealed.

Q5: Where can fans watch TRIGUN STAMPEDE?
All twelve episodes of TRIGUN STAMPEDE are available for free streaming on TOHO animation’s YouTube channel between October 11 and November 10, 2025.

Source : TRIGUN Official Release