Although the new Trigun Stampede anime series has arrived, you can still watch Trigun online. You can stream the original series on many legal websites. It’s just a question of which one is right for you.
Read on to find out where to watch Trigun online in your area.
Trigun Basics
The series tells the tale of Vash the Stampede, a pacifist drifter/ gunslinger on a post-apocalyptic planet. Although he tries to avoid violence, trouble always comes to find him. Unfortunately, Vash has a giant bounty which attracts unwanted attention.
Vash also has to deal with his evil brother, Knives …
The setting has an Old West feel to it, which is appropriate for a struggling space colony. Although Trigun can get very dark, the series has a good sense of humor. Vash, with his goofy outlook on life, is a fun character to watch.
But Trigun is also a philosophical series with a lot to say about nonviolent action.
The new series, Trigun Stampede, arrived in January 2023.
Where to Watch Trigun Online
- Crunchyroll
- Netflix
- Hulu
- Apple
- Amazon Prime
1. Crunchyroll
In the United States, Crunchyroll is the primary place to stream Trigun Stampede. The anime streaming service also has both subtitled and dubbed versions of the original, classic 1998 series.
You can also find the 2010 anime movie Trigun: Badlands Rumble on Crunchyroll. The film takes place in the middle of the series.
Crunchyroll is available worldwide. However, if Crunchyroll doesn’t have Trigun in your region, you’ll need a VPN, such as NordVPN. For more details, see the Netflix section below.
Pros
- Available internationally
- Giant anime library; specializes in anime
- Has Badlands Rumble
- Also Trigun Stampede
- Free users can watch some episodes without logging in
Cons
- Service is limited in some areas, including Japan
- Surprisingly few language options for Trigun, compared to other series
Language options: In Japanese with English subtitles. English dubbed.
Price: Free option (with ads); no account needed. Free, basic account (with ads). Free trial subscription also available.
Subscriptions are $7.99/ month for “fan” level; $9.99/ month for “mega fan”; and $14.99/ month for “ultimate fan.”
2. Netflix
You won’t find Trigun on Netflix in the United States, Canada or Japan. However, Trigun is available on Netflix in South Korea, France, and Germany. It might also be available in regions that we were unable to test.
If you watch on Netflix, the language options vary. For example, South Korean Netflix has Funimation’s English dub — but not the original Japanese audio. French and German Netflix subscribers can watch in Japanese, but without English subtitles.
You will need a VPN if your Netflix doesn’t have Trigun. See below for details.
Pros
- Many language options.
Cons
- Options do not include “Japanese with English subtitles”
- Trigun only available in some areas (unless you have a VPN)
Language options: In South Korea: English dubbed with English, Korean, Indonesian, Simplified Chinese, Thai, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese subtitles.
In France and Germany: Japanese with French, German, European Spanish, Italian, Dutch or Portuguese subtitles. Also dubbed into French, Italian, European Spanish and German.
Price: In the U.S., Netflix subscription options include:
- Basic: $9.99/ month
- Standard: $15.49/ month
- Premium: $19.99/ month
(Your subscription should carry over to other regions.)
How to Watch Trigun on Netflix from Anywhere in the World
This method works on both desktop PCs and mobile phones or tablets.
- Purchase (or start a free trial) of a VPN. NordVPN works.
- In the settings, choose South Korea as your location.
- Fire up the VPN and wait for it to do its magic.
- Once you’re connected, navigate to Netflix (browser or app).
- Search “Trigun” in the Netflix search bar and you should see Trigun pop up.
Enjoy! Please note that if your Netflix library doesn’t update to reflect the country you selected in your VPN, you may have to clear the Netflix cache and try again.
To do this on mobile, go to settings -> apps -> Netflix -> clear cache. To do this on PC, you have to clear the cache in your browser.
(The same method can be used to get Crunchyroll in Japan too; choose “United States” as your location.)
3. Hulu
Hulu doesn’t specialize in anime. But it does have English subtitled and dubbed versions of Trigun. The service is available in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and overseas U.S. military bases.
Although a Japanese version of Hulu exists, it is not related to Hulu (U.S.).
Pros
- Both subtitled and English dubbed versions
- A decent anime library, as well as non-anime shows
- Free trial period for some subscriptions
Cons
- Limited availability
Language options: English dubbed and subtitled.
Price: Hulu plans include:
- Hulu with ads (first month free): $6.99/ month
- Hulu, no ads (first month free): $12.99/ month
- Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+ bundle: $13.99/ month
- Hulu bundle, no ads: $19.99/ month
- Hulu bundle with Live TV: $69.99/ month
- Hulu Live TV bundle, no ads: $75.99
4. Apple
Apple offers Funimation’s English dubbed version of Trigun. In the MacOS TV application, you can buy individual episodes, or the whole season. Apple also has Trigun: Badlands Rumble.
Buying the season package costs less than buying individually. If you’ve already bought one episode, Apple will subtract that from the season price.
Alternatively, if you have an iPad, iPhone, or the Apple TV media player, you can use Apple’s Crunchyroll app. The cost is the same as with desktop Crunchyroll.
(There’s also an Apple Funimation app, but it seems redundant after the Crunchyroll merger.)
Pros
- You get a downloadable copy of the series
Cons
- Buying is more expensive than subscribing
Language options: English dubbed
Price: $1.99 an episode, or $38.99 for the entire 26-episode season.
5. Amazon Prime
Amazon has Trigun in various countries, including the U.S. and Japan. However, the company uses localized websites with local requirements.
U.S. Amazon’s pricing is similar to Apple’s, with English dubbed episodes for sale.
In Japan, you can rent or stream untranslated Japanese Trigun episodes. You can find the Japanese Amazon webpage for streaming episodes here. The Japanese Trigun rental webpage is here. You’ll need Japanese information for either one.
Pros
- Available in multiple countries
Cons
- Limited language options
Language options: English dubbed in the U.S.; Japanese (no subtitles) in Japan
Price: U.S.: $1.99 an episode, or $38.99 for the full season. Japan: Free trial subscription bundle; 500 yen/ month for Amazon Prime, plus 440 yen/ month for d Anime Store. Rentals are free for the first episode; 110 yen each for the rest.
Watch Trigun on Amazon Prime (U.S.) here.
