As part of Netflix's TUDUM Live event on Saturday (31st May), stars Iñaki Godoy (who plays Luffy), Mackenyu (Zoro), Emily Rudd (Nami), Jacob Romero (Usopp), and Taz Skylar (Sanji) took to the stage to tease what's to come, including a first look at new character Tony Tony Chopper.
Chopper, who was introduced in One Piece manga's 134th chapter (volume 15, issued in 2000) and first appeared in 2001 in episode 81 of the One Piece anime, which launched in 1999, will be voiced by Mikaela Hoover (Beef).
You can watch the announcement video below:
It was previously confirmed that the show had been renewed for season 2, and there have been plenty of casting announcements – so prepare for some new faces when Luffy returns!
Considering Netflix's previous anime live-action adaptations haven't always gone down so well, it was a nice change to see One Piece do so well – especially because Monkey D Luffy actor Iñaki Godoy promised a faithful adaptation; one that honours the manga and the story it tells.
Here's everything you need to know about One Piece season 2.
One Piece season 2 release date speculation
Filming on the second season kicked off in August 2024 and wrapped in December the same year.
Fans of One Piece will know that the ending of season 1 set up an exciting season 2.
At the same time, it’s revealed by Koby that Luffy now has a bounty on his head – and it’s the highest of any bounty in the East Blue.
Because of this, the gang decides it’s finally time to make the journey to the Grand Line, although it doesn’t seem like the Marines are through with them yet.
What's especially tricky about this next villain is his ability to transform himself into cigar smoke, making him quite the adversary to take on.
One Piece season 2 cast
We're expecting the following cast members to return for One Piece season 2:
Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D LuffyEmily Rudd as NamiMackenyu as Roronoa ZoroJacob Romero Gibson as UsoppTaz Skylar as SanjiVincent Regan as Monkey D GarpJeff Ward as Buggy the ClownMorgan Davies as KobyDaniel Lasker as Mr 9Camrus Johnson as Mr 5Jazzara Jaslyn as Miss ValentineDavid Dastmalchian as Mr 3Joe Manganiello as Mr OLera Abova as Nico RobinCharithra Chandran as Miss WednesdaySendhil Ramamurthy as Nefertari CobraKatey Sagal as Dr KurehaMark Harelik as Dr HirilukSophia Anne Caruso as Miss GoldenweekMark Penwill as ChessAnton David Jeftha as KMRigo Sanchez as DragonMikaela Hoover as Tony Tony Chopper
Daniel, Camrus, Jazzara and David, who are members of the criminal syndicate Baroque Works, are taken directly from the One Piece manga.
Netflix previously revealed some of the adaptation's new cast members, such as Joe Manganiello (True Blood) being cast as Mr O (aka Crocodile) alongside other exciting additions: Lera Abova (Anna) as Nico Robin, Charithra Chandran (Bridgerton) as Miss Vivi Wednesday, and Katey Sagal (Futurama) as Doctor Kureha.
Miss Goldenweek in the anime and manga works alongside Crocodile, so we expect her to be an antagonistic force against Luffy and the rest of the Straw Hats.
Meanwhile, as detailed above, Mikaela Hoover has been revealed to be voicing Tony Tony Chopper.
“What excited me about playing Chopper is the tug of war between his standoffishness and his huge heart,” she told TUDUM. “He tries so hard to hide his emotions and put on a tough exterior, but underneath, he’s a big softy, and his love can’t help but come out.
What could be the plot of One Piece season 2?
Showrunner Matt Owens has given some hints about the plot, telling Tudum: "When the season 2 writers' room got together, we knew how far we were going to get and that this character Dr Kureha was going to be a big part of the season."
Of course, we also have some clues from the manga and anime.
According to the original manga, the Alabasta saga is next up, following on from the originally adapted East Blue saga. There are six separate arcs that make up the saga, divided into episodes and chapters that correspond with the manga and anime.
The Loguetown story will see Smoker chasing and tracking down Luffy and his Straw Hat crew due to his hatred of all things pirates – he pops up in a few arcs afterwards, including the Little Garden Arc and Alabasta Arc.
It’s easy to imagine he will be on the heels of the Straw Hat Pirates throughout the season – much like fellow Marine Garp was in season 1.
We see Zoro defeat a member of the organisation in the first episode of season 1, so it makes sense that Baroque Works will return with a vengeance.
How has One Piece been adapted?
However, some parts of the original series and manga have been changed in the live-action show. Some scenes have been cut altogether, while others have been rearranged to show the characters’ journeys differently.
The way the group comes together is altered, too, with most of their meetings chance encounters despite being planned out in the original source material.
Is there a trailer for One Piece season 2?
Not yet! However, as part of its Geeked Week event, Netflix released a brand new look at One Piece season 2 via a set tour by Buggy actor Jeff Ward. Watch below:
One Piece is now available to stream on Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £4.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream.
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