Fans Discover Incomplete Intro in Latest Episode of Trigun Stargaze on Crunchyroll

It seems that Crunchyroll may have unintentionally released an incomplete version of the latest episode of Trigun Stargaze, as sharp-eyed fans have noticed discrepancies between the international and Japanese versions.

The new anime series Trigun Stargaze rolled out its second episode, titled ‘Unforgiven,’ this week on Crunchyroll. While the episode has garnered positive reactions from viewers, it appears that the platform uploaded a rough cut of the show’s intro. Fans on social media have shared clips showing the opening credits, which feature static images and storyboard-like placeholders.

As fans have pointed out, this unedited version is exclusive to Crunchyroll, while the episode aired in Japan without any issues. The video comparison reveals that the completed version boasts smooth transitions, vibrant colors, and dynamic movements. Crunchyroll has not yet addressed the situation, leaving it uncertain whether they received an unfinished product.

Despite the hiccup, fans are finding humor in the situation, with many capturing screenshots of the static characters to use as profile pictures and reaction images online. The episode’s ratings remain unaffected, with episode 2 currently holding an 8.4 out of 10 on IMDb, a slight improvement over the first episode.

Trigun Stargaze debuted on January 10, 2026, marking the start of its first season, which serves as a sequel to Trigun Stampede. The franchise is based on the popular manga Trigun, which follows the notorious gunman Vash as he traverses a fictional planet called No Man’s Land, constantly pursued by bounty hunters. Trigun Stargaze picks up with Vash years later, responding to an SOS that calls him back into action.

Trigun Stargaze continues to air weekly on Crunchyroll.