Netflix’s live-action One Piece is officially setting sail again—here’s everything we know so far about Season 2, from its mid-2025 premiere window to the new faces joining Luffy’s crew.
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Will Netflix Return to the Grand Line?
Yes! Two weeks after Season 1’s debut, Netflix greenlit a sequel—with creator Eiichirō Oda appearing in the announcement teaser to give his blessing¹. Co-showrunner Steven Maeda affirmed that the world’s greatest pirate saga is far from over.
ONE PIECE HAS BEEN RENEWED!
And now a message directly from Oda-Sensei pic.twitter.com/VvsZ4CdaEq
— Netflix (@netflix) September 14, 2023
When Can We Expect Season 2?
Production briefly paused during the 2023 Hollywood strikes but has since resumed in Cape Town, South Africa. Marty Adelstein, CEO of Tomorrow Studios, confirmed that scripts, sets and location scouting are complete, placing a likely premiere in mid-2025².
What’s Next for the Straw Hats?
Season 2 continues the East Blue arc. After escaping Loguetown—where the Pirate King’s legacy loomed—Luffy’s crew will face:
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Reverse Mountain and its perilous currents
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Whiskey Peak, home of the Baroque Works bounty hunters
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A showdown with Marine officer Smoker on Drum Island
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Princess Vivi (Miss Wednesday)’s plea to save her kingdom
The season will build toward the Alabasta saga, setting the stage for an even larger clash in Season 3.
Who’s on Board This Time?
Returning cast:
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Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy
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Mackenyu Arata as Roronoa Zoro
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Emily Rudd as Nami
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Jacob Romero Gibson as Usopp
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Taz Skylar as Sanji
New arrivals:
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David Dastmalchian as Mr. 3
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Jazzara Jaslyn as Miss Valentine
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Camrus Johnson as Mr. 5
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Joe Manganiello as Crocodile
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Charithra Chandran as Princess Vivi
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Callum Kerr as Smoker
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Katey Sagal as Dr. Kureha
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Lera Abova as Nico Robin
Chopper’s voice actor is still unannounced, leaving room for one more surprise.
The great Captain Usopp has had enough of these secrets! It’s time for your burning Season 2 questions to be answered, Nakama! pic.twitter.com/cagHocRluY
— ONE PIECE(ワンピース) Netflix (@onepiecenetflix) April 1, 2024
Where to Watch Season 2
As with Season 1, all episodes will stream exclusively on Netflix. Keep an eye on the Tudum event later this year for trailers and an exact release date—adventure awaits!
Footnotes
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Netflix, “Netflix Greenlights One Piece Season 2 with Eiichirō Oda Cameo,” ; https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/one-piece-season-renewed
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Netflix, “One Piece Season 2 Begins Filming in Cape Town,” October 2024; https://www.netflix.com/tudum/videos/one-piece-season-2-start-of-production