Netflix's Live-Action One Piece Season 2: Latest News, Cast, and Everything Else to Know

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Netflix's One Piece proved that all is not lost when it comes to live-action adaptations of animated series. Sure, the drama had its flaws — some of which we discussed here. But it was clear to any fan of the manga and anime series that One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda was heavily involved in Netflix's version, and did not want to lose the spirit of the original story in the new show.

The adaptation features Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy, Mackenyu as Zoro, Emily Rudd as Nami, Jacob Romero Gibson as Usopp, and Taz Skylar as Sanji. Since the series has been renewed for a second season, fans can expect to watch these characters' relationships grow as their pirate adventures continue. 

Season 1 of One Piece adapted most of the manga's East Blue Saga up to the Arlong Park arc. Which can only mean one thing: Loguetown arc is next! The Netflix series' finale teased Marine vice admiral Smoker, so we're anticipating Season 2 to pick up with this antagonist. 

On Sept. 14, Netflix shared a video of Oda announcing Season 2's renewal. And in true One Piece fashion, the news was delivered through a Transponder Snail. "Two weeks after the launch, I just received some great news," Oda said. "Netflix has decided to renew the show! The adventures of Iñaki and the live-action Straw Hats will continue onward!"

Here's everything we know so far about Netflix's One Piece Season 2.

Netflix's One Piece latest news

The Going Merry isn't setting sail in 2024. On Feb. 1, Netflix shared its slate for this year and One Piece was not included. Besides, filming for Season 2 has not started, according to Deadline.

Netflix's One Piece Season 2 release date

In the video from Sept. 14 announcing the renewal, Oda said "it'll still take a while to get the scripts ready, so please be patient." 

But we got some insight into the production schedule thanks to One Piece's producers. Marty Adelstein, CEO of Tomorrow Studios — which produced Netflix's One Piece along with Shueisha — told Variety that they've "got the scripts ready." After the WGA strike ended, Matt Owens told Deadline, "We did start our Season 2 writers room for a little bit before the strike." 

On Feb. 1, Deadline reported that One Piece has yet to start filming it's second season. Given that the series also didn't appear in Netflix's 2024 preview, it's safe to say that 2025 is the earliest time One Piece would return.

Netflix's One Piece Season 2 cast

We're expecting the Straw Hats to return for Season 2 — and for them to soon be joined by their sixth member, Chopper. In Oda's video, he said, "From here on, it seems to me the Straw Hats will need a great doctor… We will see!" The clip then featured his illustration of Chopper.

Here's who we're expecting to star in Season 2:

Main cast:

• Iñaki Godoy as Luffy
• Mackenyu as Zoro
  
• Emily Rudd as Nami 
• Jacob Romero Gibson as Usopp 
• Taz Skylar as Sanji

Additional cast:

• Morgan Davies as Koby
• Aidan Scott as Helmeppo
• Vincent Regan as Garp

What else to know about Netflix's One Piece Season 2

Some One Piece fans have been calling for Jamie Lee Curtis to be cast as Dr. Kureha in the live-action adaptation. Dr. Kureha is a key figure in the Drum Island Arc: She is the adoptive mother of Tony Tony Chopper, the doctor who joins the Straw Hat. On Sept. 22, Curtis made a post on Instagram expressing her interest in playing the character. "ONCE the STRIKE against the greed of the AMTPT is SETTLED with a FAIR CONTRACT, I will lobby along with the growing fan frenzy to become Doctor Kureha in @onepiecenetflix," she wrote.

Co-showrunner Owens responded to the post. "Mommy dearest, that's why we sent you that figure!" He wrote. "No need to lobby. Once we get what we deserve and get back to work let's talk!"

How to watch Netflix's live-action One Piece

The first season of One Piece is available to stream on Netflix.

How to watch the original One Piece

One Piece is available to stream on Netflix and Crunchyroll.