‘One Piece’ is Getting a Remake, Here’s What We Know

Netflix revealed some exciting news for all you ‘One Piece’ enthusiasts out there. Hold on to your hats because they’re cooking up a brand new ‘One Piece’ anime series, named ‘The One Piece’.

The buzz started on 17th December, with Netflix making a grand announcement on the Tudum website. Brace yourselves – they’re not just giving us a rerun. It’s a full-blown “fresh new remake” of the beloved anime and manga. And to top it off, they dropped an announcement video, introducing the new voice of our main man,

“First things first, I’ve got to get a crew. I think about ten men should do.” Exciting, right?

Now, the burning question – when is this hitting our screens? Well, Netflix is keeping us on our toes. No release date yet. But, they spilled the beans on the production team. WIT Studio, the genius behind ‘SPY x FAMILY’ and the first three seasons of ‘Attack On Titan,’ is on the case. Team that up with the OG anime pros, Toei Animation Co., and we’ve got a powerhouse behind the scenes.

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Here’s the scoop on what to expect – ‘The One Piece’ is diving into the ‘East Blue Saga’ arc, straight from the pages of Eiichiro Oda’s manga. Sure, the ‘East Blue Saga’ has made appearances in the 2023 live-action adaptation and the ongoing anime series, but ‘The One Piece’ is bringing its flavour to the table.

Quick flashback to Netflix’s live-action adaptation of ‘One Piece,’ which hit screens earlier this year and had fans singing its praises. A second season is already in the cards. It broke Netflix records, leaving ‘Wednesday’s debut season and ‘Stranger Things’ season 4 in its wake.

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While the focus is on the ‘East Blue Saga’, whispers in the wind hint at the possibility of ‘The One Piece’ going beyond. Imagine delving into uncharted territories of the vast One Piece world. Intrigued? You should be. Fans are in for a treat with a faithful recreation of the original manga’s narrative, bringing the timeless tale to a fresh batch of viewers.

The ‘One Piece’ manga set sail in July 1997, hitting a whopping 500 million circulating copies in August 2022. The anime, which premiered in October 1999, has been a fan favourite for over two decades, with a staggering 1088 episodes and counting. The manga, now at 1101 chapters, continues to weave the tale of Monkey D. Luffy’s quest to become the king of all pirates, capturing imaginations across the globe.

Adding a cherry on top, Wit Studio’s involvement in ‘The One Piece’ remake has fans on the edge of their seats. Known for their top-tier animation and storytelling skills, the partnership with Netflix promises a fresh, visually stunning take on the beloved series.