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[[Title Sequence]]s are one of the greatest tools in storytelling. They clearly establish what the show is and what's it about. They set the tone, stage, and introduce audiences to characters. Most importantly, they get the attention of audience members, telling you that you ''should'' watch the show, instead of turning to another channel.
But what if it fails to do that? Or maybe you need to differentiate syndicated reruns with the original run?
Enter the '''''Title Sequence Replacement'''''. This is when the sequence or part of the sequence are changed, frequently occurring in syndicated reruns or other distributions. Sometimes, only minor elements like a scene or two are replaced. Sometimes, so much is altered you have to ponder if you're watching the same show or not. In anime dubbing, a common version is to select one opening from later episodes, and use it throughout the entire series. Occasionally, an entirely new opening sequence will be created, particularly if a [[Syndication Title]] is used instead of the show's original title.
Compare [[Evolving Credits]], when the credits naturally change as the plot progresses.
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