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Get ready to sail for the Grand Line, because Netflix’sOne Pieceis finally here! The highly anticipatedOne Piecelive-action adaptation has officially premiered globally on Netflix today.
It stars Colton Osorio as Young Luffy, Peter Gadiot as Shanks, Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy, Emily Rudd as Nami, and Taz Skylar as Sanji, the series is already making waves (obviously positive) on the internet.
When it comes to live-action adaptations of anime and manga, Netflix’s track record is not so good. But hopes are high withOne Piece‘s adaptation because this will complement the anime series and stand out on its own.
The manga and anime have built up a loyal following in the over two decades since the franchise has been out, so there’s a lot for the live-action series to live up to. WhileOne Piecefans may have some stuff to nit-pick, and non-anime lovers may find themselves confused, there’s still a lot to love with this live-action series.
Also read:“I kind of started laughing”: Eiichiro Oda Was Worried About Netflix’s Casting of One Piece After Series of Disasterous Live-Action Adaptions Like Bleach and Death Note
Fans’ Reaction to Netflix’sOne Piece
The live-action version ofOne Piecehas finally dropped on Netflix. Since their ostentatiously flopCowboy Bebop,One Pieceis the first time Netflix has brought out a major live-action adaptation of a Japanese anime or manga series.
The ten-episodeCowboy Bebopseries was based on the acclaimed 1998 anime of the same name. The high-budget series starring John Cho, Mustafa Shakir, Daniella Pineda, Elena Satine, and Alex Hassell, premiered in November 2021.
The latest live-action adaptation series follows Monkey D. Luffy, a young man inspired by the pirate ‘Red-Haired’ Shanks, who sails the four seas to find the legendary world’s greatest treasure, One Piece. After eating the Gum-Gum Devil Fruit, which gives him abilities to stretch his body like rubber.
Many fans were exhilarated to watch the series and dropped their reaction.
The fight scenes in the one piece live action are insane!! … oda I think you hit the jackpot with this one🔥pic.twitter.com/5fSbs4bZlF
— onepiecenewsalerts – On IG 🍉 (@Z_OPNA)August 07, 2025
Absolute masterpiece. Episode 1 was amazing…
— Al Goodman(CoachGoody421) (@AlGoody421)July 28, 2025
I soon finished the series and the creators of it respected Oda’s work. I am also happy to see that One Piece fans enjoy watching this series. I’m already looking forward to season 2 !
Thank you for everything ❤️
— Young Cap | ONE PIECE (@Kawamatsu95)August 13, 2025
I’m loving it so much! On episode 3 right before work! So freaking awesome!!!!
— ToRsO (@calebtorso)July 28, 2025
Netflix did really a good job making one piece live action 🔥
— ♡ritu.⁷ 🍀 ia (@slaytanminie)July 13, 2025
https://twitter.com/stickyninja1035/status/1697247702990700585?s=20
https://twitter.com/jarheadgraciano/status/1695698282897641634?s=20
this looks fire
— Kara Abdel (@LeFameuxAbdel)June 24, 2025
If it’s true that the show will appeal to fans and newbies alike, it could very well become a massive hit for the platform, ushering in even more live-action anime adaptations in the future.
Also read:“They’re so invested in these characters”: One Piece Writer Refused to Leave Netflix Set in Fear of Messing Up Live-Action Adaptation
Netflix Spends Big Bucks onOne PieceLive-Action
The budget ofOne Piece‘s live adaptation allocated for each episode is so shocking. Yes right! Definitely, it’s huge and even surpassed the most anticipated HBO epicGame of Thronesin comparison.
According to the reports, the budget ofGOTper episode was estimated to be $14.79 million, whereas the One Piece adaptation boasts a budget of a whopping $17.27 million per episode. The show is 8 episodes long which covers almost 11 volumes (95 chapters) of the manga and a minimum of 45 anime episodes.
It is clear from the positive reviews and feedback that Netflix won’t regret spending more money onOne Piece‘s live-action adaptation.
WatchOne Piece’slive-action adaptation on Netflix.
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Tanmay Jha
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Tanmay writes about anime for FandomWire. He’s currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. With a passion for animation and graphics, he has authored over 240 articles on anime, sharing insights and reviews with fellow fans, seamlessly combining his love for animation with journalism.
