Why New Panty and Stocking SUCKS!

Overview

A longtime fan reacts to Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt: “New”, focusing especially on episode 1’s double special, which finally resolves the original series’ infamous cliffhanger. While the continuation begins with some clever, over-the-top satisfaction, the reviewer argues that the show quickly becomes rushed, aimless, and structureless.

Main plot / what happens

• The reviewer praises the original series for its tight identity:
  • quick comedic escalation,
  • clear comedic punchlines,
  • an iconic episode structure (setup → transformation → fight → resolution),
  • and memorable animation.
• Episode 1 is a bright spot:
  • it resolves the decade-and-a-half cliffhanger in an over-the-top, gag-heavy way,
  • and establishes a new status quo.
• After that, the narrator claims the series spirals into:
  • inconsistent pacing,
  • and writing where “nothing matters.”
• The episodes are described as feeling like events occur simply because they occur, rather than through coherent cause-and-effect.

Highlights, jokes, and key reactions

Writing and stakes: “therefore” beats that don’t build anything

• The narrator repeatedly argues that New lacks emotional stakes and coherent cause-and-effect.
• They criticize plot chains as feeling like empty “therefore” moments—events that follow each other without real development.

Example breakdown: “Dot and City President”

The reviewer describes “Dot and City President” as essentially a pile of random turns, including:

• Penny being sentenced for sex
• election mechanics
• Stoking running, then failing “for no reason”
• a ghost president
• an accidental stabbing
• a sudden payoff nobody cares about
• an absurdly anticlimactic ending (including a “see-through” reveal)

Parody standards: funny first, references second

• The reviewer says the original show’s parody worked because it:
  • is funny on its own,
  • escalates via comedy,
  • rather than relying on references alone.
• They contrast:
  • praised Transformer-style parody
  • with other parodies that “just repurpose the premise” (mocked as lazy).

Segment length and structure problems

A major structural critique is that the show adds the Demon Sisters to the main cast, but then shortens segments, leading to:

• rushed stories,
• underdeveloped characters,
• and fewer opportunities for the show’s signature escalation and motifs.

“Penny Gets Cat” (the breaking point)

• The reviewer frames “Penny Gets Cat” as a thin parallel to an older “Ghost”-themed episode, but says the emotional machinery is gone.
• The cat’s transformation/attachment to Panty/Stocking is criticized as too fast and shallow:
  • pretty visuals,
  • but insufficient craft or payoff.
• Even the “falling action” and grief elements don’t land emotionally because the segment time is too compressed.

A segment defended briefly

• The reviewer notes some 11-minute episodes are still fine (e.g., an episode involving Vegas and an all-girl prison).
• They praise “666 Candle” as having heart and demon-sister backstory.

Character changes (especially Stocking)

• The narrator dislikes how Stocking feels “softened,” losing her explosive edge and blending into the new cast.

Repetitive gag: the Angels leaving for the day

• The Angels’ recurring “we’re done for the day” departure loop is criticized as repetitive and annoying.

Action and chemistry feel weaker

• Panty & Stocking’s duo chemistry is argued to be less compelling:
  • more incompetent,
  • fewer “wow” moments,
  • and generally less impressive execution.

Dub and music critiques

Dub complaint (major section)

• The reviewer strongly prefers the original English dub’s attitude and rhythm.
• They name-check iconic original cast performances:
  • Jaime March as Panty
  • Monica as Stocking
  • Chris Savit as the priest
• They argue the new dub feels less edgy and less characterful.

Music critique

• The original soundtrack is praised for associating songs with specific show events (transformations, demon sisters, endings, etc.).
• The new soundtrack is described as using tracks more randomly, reducing:
  • memorability,
  • and emotional cueing.

Finale take

• The narrator calls the finale boring and plot-driven rather than character-driven.
• They argue it introduces major new heaven lore and important mysteries without enough:
  • screen time,
  • or foreshadowing.
• They also complain that Heaven and the parents aren’t shown properly, and that direction/editing feels confusing (including odd camera angles).
• The romantic subplot for Brief and Penny at the amusement park is a specific underwhelm:
  • it doesn’t feel earned,
  • and has been done better earlier in the season.

Final verdict / message

• The reviewer claims New currently benefits from a “honeymoon phase,” but predicts it will age worse due to:
  • lazy writing,
  • rushed structure,
  • weaker emotional beats,
  • and a dub/soundtrack that doesn’t replicate the old show’s magic.
• Despite all that, they admit there are improvements, including:
  • the new soundtrack being good in isolation,
  • and the initial cliffhanger resolution being satisfying.

Personalities / roles mentioned in the video

• The main reviewer/commentator: a longtime Panty & Stocking fan speaking as “I”
• Panty (voice actors discussed):
  • Jaime March (original dub)
  • Courtney Lynn (new dub)
• Stocking (voice actors discussed):
  • Monica (original dub)
  • Christina V (new dub)
• Garterbelt (voice actor discussed):
  • Daniel Walton (new dub)
• Brief / other characters referenced: no specific voice actor named beyond general dub critique
• Chris Savit: priest character (original dub) discussed
• Jenzie / “Angels” characters: referenced as recurring gag personas