"The Most Exhilarating Finale": Fans "Brought to Tears" by Goosebump-Inducing Moment as First OP Plays in "Dr. STONE" Anime

In Episode 37 of the anime "Dr. STONE Science Future," broadcast on June 25, the final showdown between Senkū Ishigami (CV: Yūsuke Kobayashi) and Why-man (CV: Kōichi Yamadera, Kotono Mitsuishi, Kōhei Amasaki, and Kana Hanazawa), the mastermind behind the petrification of all humanity, was depicted. At the end, a sequence featuring the first opening theme song played, shaking the hearts of fans who commented, "The goosebumps are insane" and "That was absolutely god-tier."

Why-man's true identity was a massive cluster of petrification devices (Medusa). In Episode 37, "Something to Excite the Future," which marks the final episode of the "Dr. STONE" anime series, Senkū negotiates with Why-man. Ultimately, Why-man gives up on parasitizing earthlings and departs, but one of them decides to follow Senkū and his friends. Afterward, Senkū begins moving forward to craft a "time machine" that could potentially save all of humanity.

As Senkū utters his familiar catchphrase, "This is exhilarating!!!", the anime transitions into the ending sequence. Along with "Good Morning World!" by BURNOUT SYNDROMES, the opening theme for the first court of "Dr. STONE" Season 1, a montage showcasing Senkū and his friends' journey so far was shown.

Fans on social media were deeply moved by this anime-exclusive finale direction, leaving emotional comments such as "I'm crying my eyes out," "The goosebumps are insane," "The most exhilarating finale ever," and "Playing the Season 1 OP was absolutely god-tier."

Furthermore, after the ending credits, a final scene that beautifully brought the title "Dr. STONE" full circle was shown, earning high praise from viewers who remarked, "There are no words for how amazing this is" and "What a magnificent finale."