Overview

• Netflix shared behind-the-scenes photos of Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp and Sanji aboard the Going Merry in their Season 2 outfits, showcasing design tweaks to each character’s costume.
• The streamer confirmed key additions including Mikaela Hoover as CGI Tony Tony Chopper, Joe Manganiello as Sir Crocodile, Lera Abova as Nico Robin and Charitha Chandran as Vivi Nefertari.
• Season 2 will cover the Loguetown, Reverse Mountain, Whiskey Peak, Little Garden and Drum Island arcs, adhering closely to Eiichiro Oda’s original manga storyline.
• Principal photography wrapped in February 2025 and the new season is scheduled to premiere in 2026, although Netflix has not yet greenlit a third season.
• Fans have praised the faithful character portrayals while debating live-action design fidelity, and Netflix is set to drop the first trailer during One Piece Day on August 9–10.