Taz Skylar, NetflixOne Piece’s Sanji, was recently interviewed by Numero on the occasion of a recently released film he stars in. During the interview, Taz also answered some questions about the highly anticipated second season ofOne Piece. The first season of the live-action adaptation was a major success, breaking the long-standing curse of poorly received anime-to-live-action adaptations. With enough care and love, the production team proved that a live-action version of an anime can work.
TheOne Piecelive-action series was recently honored with a couple of Emmy Awardsas well, further proving that the show has gained global recognition and attracted a much wider audience beyond longtime anime and manga fans. With the impact of the first season left, it’s no surprise fans are eagerly watching for updates on the upcoming season. While Netflix has yet to release any teasers or trailers, Taz Skylar’s latest interview provided some exciting insights about the upcoming season.
Taz Skylar Teases Season 2 of One Piece Is Cared With the Same Attention
With Enormous Sets and Exponential Action, One Piece Season 2 Is Going To Be Wild
Taz Skylar’s interview with Numerofeatures him answering questions about reprising his role asSanji in the upcoming season ofOne Piece, after discussingCleaner, the recent film he stars in. With no trailer yet released for the new season, Taz understandably has to stay quiet to avoid spoilers. However, he makes it clear that the upcoming season is going to be wild. He adds that the entire production team has worked to create something this season that he believes has never been done before in a TV show.
I obviously can’t say much, but what I can say is that this season is wild. The whole production is really attempting to do something that I don’t think has ever been done on TV before. The scale is immense. The sets are enormous, the action exponentialized, and all of us in the cast are somehow even closer than I think we’ve ever been. - TAZ SKYLAR
Wrapping up his excitement for the new season, Taz mentions that the set is enormous and the action is even better than what the first season delivered. He also shares his experience during the filming of this season revealing that the main cast of the live-action series is closer than ever during the filming of this season. While Taz’s answers don’t reveal much about specific details, they do highlight the scale of what’s to come. Comparing his words to the source material, fans might be able to pinpoint what exactly he is hinting at.
One Piece’s Season 2 Is Set To Be Wild Due to the Narrative Taking Place in Varieties of Landscape
From Featuring Giants To Snowy and Desert Landscapes, Season 2 Will Be Much Bigger Than Season 1
Though teasers and trailers for Season 2 ofOne Piecehave yet to be revealed, the confirmed cast and the events following the Straw Hats, as they begin their grand adventure through the Grand Line help, pinpoint just how wild this season is going to be, as Taz suggests. Season 2 will continue the Straw Hats' journey, and after their brief stop in Loguetown, their adventure will lead them to an island called “Little Garden,” according to the source material.
This arc, in all its glory, will introduce thegiants of theOne Pieceworld. With the cast for the Giants already revealed, it’s clear that this arc will be featured in the upcoming season. Taz’s mention of things being “enormous” seems to directly reference these giants. After Little Garden, the story will move on to the snowy Drum Island, where the series will introduce the sixth member of the Straw Hats, Tony Tony Chopper. Netflix’sOne Piecehas already impressed with its CGI, and if the show successfully brings Chopper to life, as Taz’s words imply possibly having already done it, it could mark another big step in making live-action adaptations more viable.
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Last but not least, and possibly the most exciting part of this season, is the introduction ofJoe Manganiello as Crocodile, a formidableOne Piecevillain. Towards the end of the season, the story will take the crew to a stunning desert landscape, setting the stage for an epic showdown between Luffy and Crocodile. With so much in store,One PieceSeason 2 is shaping up to be even bigger. Taz’s excitement in the interview and his gratitude for playing Sanji only highlight the grand scale and impact of theOne Piecefranchise.
Taz Skylar Is Very Grateful for His Role as Sanji
Taz Skylar Reveals That Sanji Has Helped Him Build a Successful Career
The interview also features Taz answering how playing Sanji has impacted his career, and he makes it clear that it has helped him significantly. Taz goes as far as to say that playing Sanji is the only reason he was given the opportunity to meet renowned director Martin Campbell, which led to his role in the action-thriller film,Cleaner. Taz’s career in entertainment and as a public figure seems to have been elevated, and while he is grateful, he also shares his struggles with rising popularity.
How has playing Sanji impacted you both professionally and personally?
Professionally, it’s definitely given me opportunities I would have never gotten before. I don’t think it’s just a coincidence that I got a call to meet Martin Campbell, the week after ‘One Piece’ came out. It’s validated me as a creative in some ways and I’m thankful for the projects I get to look at and consider now.
Personally, it’s been a rollercoaster. It’s so cool to have people like something I did. It’s awesome to see people smile when they see me. Everyone wants to give you their best self and it’s humbling. But on the other hand, it’s like a buffet of attention and it’s easy to overeat. Boundaries are a concept I always loathed because it sounds so clinical to have boundaries, but I’ve realised that they’re necessary to keep myself healthy. Time is something I guard in a military-esque way. And my privacy is something I never knew I’d value so much til it eroded. I’m enjoying the ride, but stopping to check in with myself a lot more than I used to.
Taz reveals that although he appreciates the affection he’s receiving, he worries about his privacy and implies that boundaries are necessary to keep himself healthy. In summary, NetflixOne Piece’s Sanji, Taz Skylar, is nothing but grateful for the role, and his recent interview shows it has been both a joyful and wild experience, one he can’t wait to share with the fans.
Source:Numero
One Piece
Created by Eiichiro Oda, One Piece is a multimedia franchise that began as a manga series and follows the adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates as led by Monkey D. Luffy. Luffy, an enthusiastic pirate with a thirst for adventure, is afflicted by a mysterious curse that gives him various powers he uses to protect himself and his friends. The manga eventually gave way to the anime series, with the two being some of history’s longest-running anime and manga series. Along with over fifty video games made over the years, the series entered the live-action world with Netflix’s 2023 adaptation.
