When Will Season 2 of One Piece Release on Netflix?
In order to answer this question, we first need to ask ourselves another question: Will there even be a second season of the live-action adaptation of the popular anime One Piece? It seems very likely!
The Story of Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece
One Piece revolves around the character Monkey D. Luffy and is set in an alternate version of our own planet. The story takes place during a “golden age” of pirates who rule the seas and are all in search of a mythical treasure called… you guessed it… One Piece! This treasure was left behind by the notorious scoundrel Gol D. Roger. Luffy also desires to obtain this treasure, but in order to do so, he must assemble a crew and become the Pirate King.
A significant advantage for Luffy is that one day, after consuming a certain fruit, he gains superpowers! His body becomes rubber, granting him incredible flexibility and strength, which he can use when encountering cunning pirates. Once Luffy reaches adulthood, he and his crew embark on their grand adventure.
The Influence of Eiichiro Oda
One Piece is based on the famous manga series of the same name by Eiichiro Oda, which then led to a famous anime series of the same name. Netflix has made a significant investment in the live-action version, including a substantial budget for the sets used during filming. When it was announced that One Piece would be adapted into a live-action series, there were concerns due to the checkered past of other anime adaptations. However, Oda, who is also involved in the Netflix version, quickly reassured fans.
In an open letter to manga and anime fans, he said, “No compromises were made with this show! So much went into it, from the efforts of the actors, building the world and designing the costumes, presenting things in a way that only ‘live-action’ can do, the dialogues, and the whole process of so many people putting their heads together. It was truly a celebration. I have grown so fond of the production team and the cast that I can’t wait for them to receive the support they deserve from people all over the world!”
When Will Season 2 of One Piece Release on Netflix?
As of now, it strongly appears that One Piece will indeed have a second season. Recently, on showrunner Mark Owens’ page on the Writers Guild of America website, the years 2022-2024 and a note about the number of seasons appeared. This suggests that work is already underway for season 2, although we should exercise caution.
But when will One Piece season 2 be released? It could happen quickly, and it is not entirely inconceivable for the second season to premiere by the end of 2024. If not, then it will likely be in 2025. However, there is a question of whether the ongoing strikes in the United States will affect the project.
If you haven’t watched One Piece on Netflix yet, we highly recommend giving it a try and sharing your thoughts on it in the comments!