‘One Piece’ season 2 teaser out; Third season confirms early renewal

Netflix has confirmed the third season of its live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s manga, ‘One Piece’, during its annual festival in Tokyo. The streaming service confirmed that Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat Pirates will return for more high-seas adventures in Season 2, titled Into the Grand Line, set for a 2026 premiere. Filming for Season 3 is expected to begin later this year in Cape Town, South Africa, a strong signal of Netflix’s long-term commitment to the franchise. The trailer teases an expanded storyline, introducing live-action versions of fan-favorite characters like Nico Robin, Smoker, Miss Wednesday, and Brogy.

Post Published By: Sona Saini
Updated : 10 August 2025, 3:09 PM IST
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Mumbai: In addition to releasing the teaser for season 2 Netflix confirmed season 3 of the popular live-action adaptation of 'One Piece'. This announcement was made in Tokyo at 'One Piece' annual festival which honored the internationally acclaimed manga by Eiichiro Oda. Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) and his Straw Hat Pirates will return for more high-seas adventures with Season 2 the streamer confirmed.

Riding a wave of excitement from fans around the world after the first trailer for Season 2 was released and we learned that Season 3 would be renewed early.

Season 3 Filming In Cape Town

The streamer revealed that Season 2 into the Grand Line will premiere in 2026 marking the return of Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) and his Straw Hat Pirates for more high-seas adventures. A clear indication of Netflix sustained dedication to the franchise is the anticipated start of Season 3 filming in Cape Town South Africa later this year.

A broader plot is hinted at in the recently released trailer which also features live-action adaptations of beloved characters like Nico Robin Smoker Miss Wednesday and Brogy. As the crew travels farther into the Grand Line the plot will follow the Arabasta saga a well-liked arc in Eiichiro Odas manga which promises more formidable foes and the most dangerous adventures yet.

Netflix No. 1

After its August 2023 release Season 1 raised the standard and became Netflix No. 1. It received 37. 8 million views in its first two weeks making it the number one global title for weeks in a row. Additionally out of over 10000 reviews it received a 96% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes which is uncommon for live-action anime adaptations.

Variety Deadline and Polygon industry analysts have pointed out that Netflixs advance renewal indicates a rare willingness to invest in long-term anime adaptations in addition to extraordinary fan response. The shows worldwide appeal is attributed by executive producers and cast members to its harmonious blend of emotional depth exciting adventure and accurate adaptation.

A lengthy and exciting journey through the streaming seas appears to be in store for Netflixs 'One Piece' with new characters epic battles to come and a passionate fan base driving its momentum.

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  • 10 August 2025, 3:09 PM IST