Eiichiro Oda’sOne Pieceis gearing up for a live-action comeback.The hit adaptation has become one of the most-anticipated Netflix shows of all time, believe it or not. Season one proved to audiences around the world that a live-action take on the series is just as enjoyable and exciting as the original anime. While changes were made toOne Pieceto help the story fit the format better, it remained a loyal and amazing tribute to Oda’s work. Now, the creator of One Piece is opening up aboutOne Pieceseason two ahead of its launch, and the creator wants everyone to know why he is so invested in the project.
In a note written byOda for Jump Festa 2025, the artist touched upon all the work he has put into Netflix’s hit series. It was there the creator ofOne Pieceadmitted he'’ll always want to explore untouched horizons. “A lot of people told me, “One Pieceis already popular worldwide, so why even bother putting so much effort into a live-action [show]?” Yes, it may be popular in the anime industry globally, but if someone told you new unexplored horizons await out there, wouldn’t that make you want to go after them too?!”
“If someone told you new unexplored horizons await out there, wouldn’t that make you want to go after them too?!” - Eiichiro Oda
We will be preparing different announcements next year forOne Piece… Please look forward to the return of the anime as well," Oda shared. Clearly, the creator is being pulled in tons of directions given all his work, but Netflix’sOne Pieceis a major priority. And given the show’s success, can you blame the guy?
One Piece Season 2 Just Finished Filming in South Africa
Is Netflix Already Planning a Third Season?
Ever since the live-action series went live, Netflix’sOne Piecehas been a constant source of excitement among fans whether they like the original anime or not. The show, which is often consideredone of the best and most loyal anime live-action adaptations of all time, retells Monkey D. Luffy’s journey to becoming the King of the Pirates. Fans of Oda’s iconic manga and anime have been waiting for months to receive news about the development of the second season. Jump Festa 2025 has now come to the rescue by answering those prayers, and the timing works out great.
One Piece Is Shifting Netflix’s Focus to the Anime’s Best Arc Amid Season 3 Report
Netflix’s One Piece has only been renewed for a second season, but there might be a big update on season 3 and it covering One Piece’s biggest arc.
After all, the crew hosted a wrap party forOne Pieceseason two this past week ahead of the winter holidays. Stars like Emily Rudd and Inaki Godoy were pictured at the party celebrating the end of filming, but it seems not all is done. Over on social media, some of theOne Piecestars have indicated they are wrapping up finishing touches on season two. After all, Oda demands perfection in all things, and that goes doubly for Netflix’s live-action adaptation.
What Will One Piece Season 2 Be About?
The Netflix Series Will Stop Right Before The Arabasta Arc
Back in August 2024, word came from Oda thatOne Pieceseason two of will cover several of the introductory arcs of his hit manga. Back in season one, the Straw Hat crew achieved their goal of nearing the Grand Line, furthering their true adventure as accomplished pirates. In this next entry in the series,One Piecewill depict the adventures of Luffy and his crew right where they left off the first time. The first few episodes will cover the Loguetown arc during which Smoker,the villain teased during season one’s ending, will be introduced.
From there, the Netflix original will continue to adapt the Reverse Mountain (Twin Cape) arc, Whiskey Peak arc, Little Garden arc, and Drum Island arc - all of which are truly beloved by fans of the manga. Season two will stop right as the Straw Hats prepare to reachone of the most important locations on their journey, the Arabasta Kingdom. Previously, producers on the show stressed the importance of this arc as it is considerably bigger than previous entries. It deserves more than just a couple of episodes to do done justice, so Netlflix can save Arabasta for season three.
After Netflix’s One Piece, The Next Anime To Get A Live-Action TV Show Should Be This Incredibly Dark Shonen Classic
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Of course, no word has been given on season three to date though recent publications like Production Weekly have suggestedOne Pieceis already on the job. Fans expect any season three information to be released shortly after season two is released as that is what happened with the show’s second season to start. Still, netizens are all but certain that the third season of the live-action is already in the works, so our fingers are crossed.
One Piece’slive-action adaptation is a treasure, and season two looks like it will be just what fans expected and then some. Netflix is only raising the bar as it hones in the formula that helped season one become such a successful series. The adventure of Luffy and his crew has only begun, and fans cannot wait to see it develop in front of their eyes in a whole new way. .
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One Piece follows young pirate Monkey D. Luffy and his diverse crew as they embark on a daring quest for treasure. Released in 2023, the film brings the adventurous world of the popular manga to life, capturing Luffy’s relentless pursuit of the legendary One Piece treasure.
