Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt (2010)

The series features Reverend Garterbelt, a prominent character whose implied queer identity is a consistent source of crude, adult humor and stereotypes. Despite this, he is depicted with power and agency, balancing the comedic objectification with his significant role in the narrative. The portrayal is consistent with the show's overall irreverent comedic style, resulting in a net neutral impact on LGBTQ+ themes.

The show features Stocking Anarchy, who consistently engages in and wins close-quarters physical fights against various male-presenting ghosts. She utilizes her transformed stockings as melee weapons, demonstrating skill and strength in direct combat.

The film heavily satirizes Christian iconography and concepts, portraying angels, priests, and divine institutions as deeply flawed, hypocritical, and driven by base desires for comedic effect. The narrative consistently subverts traditional religious virtues without offering counterbalancing positive portrayals, focusing instead on irreverent humor.