The seas are calling, and the Straw Hats are ready to sail again! During the One Piece Day celebration in Tokyo, Netflix dropped the first look at the highly anticipated second season of its live-action pirate adventure series, One Piece, set to premiere in 2026. Adding to the excitement, the streaming giant announced an early renewal for Season 3, with production slated to begin later this year in Cape Town, South Africa. Ian Stokes will join Joe Tracz as co-showrunner for the third season, promising to steer the series into even more thrilling waters.

One Piece, a live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s record-breaking manga, which has sold over 500 million copies across 100+ volumes, has become a global sensation since its 2023 debut. The series follows the irrepressible Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat crew as they chase the legendary treasure known as the One Piece, aiming to make Luffy the King of the Pirates. Season 1 captivated audiences worldwide, spending eight weeks in Netflix’s Global Top 10, hitting #1 in over 75 countries, and making history as the first English-language Netflix series to debut at #1 in Japan. With nearly 100 million views and a spot among Netflix’s most downloaded shows, One Piece has solidified its place as a cultural juggernaut.

Season 2, titled One Piece: Into the Grand Line, promises to raise the stakes with fiercer adversaries and the most exciting quests yet. Luffy and his crew will venture into the legendary Grand Line, unpredictable dangers, and formidable new enemies. Co-showrunners Matt Owens and Joe Tracz are set to deliver a season packed with wonder and high-stakes adventure, staying true to the spirit of Oda’s beloved manga.

The early renewal for Season 3 signals Netflix’s confidence in the series’ enduring appeal. Production will kick off in Cape Town, South Africa, with Joe Tracz continuing as co-showrunner alongside newcomer Ian Stokes. The duo will helm the next chapter of Luffy’s journey, building on the foundation laid by executive producers Eiichiro Oda, Marty Adelstein, Becky Clements, Tetsu Fujimura, Chris Symes, Christoph Schrewe, and Steven Maeda. Produced in partnership with Shueisha and Tomorrow Studios (an ITV Studios partner), One Piece continues to honor its manga roots while expanding its global reach.

Beyond the screen, One Piece offers fans a treasure trove of ways to engage with the franchise. Netflix House will soon debut a brand-new immersive experience, bringing the vibrant world of the Straw Hats to life. Fans can also dive into the adventure through merchandise like LEGO sets and other products inspired by the live-action series. The show’s accolades, including 11 nominations at the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards for categories like Outstanding Young Teen Series, underscore its broad, multigenerational appeal.

As One Piece Season 2 prepares to take fans deeper into the Grand Line in 2026, the early Season 3 renewal ensures that Luffy’s quest for the One Piece is far from over. With new challenges, iconic characters, and the boundless creativity of Eiichiro Oda’s world, the series is poised to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

For fans eagerly awaiting more, the first look shared at One Piece Day is a tantalizing glimpse of the high-seas action to come. Whether you’re a longtime devotee of the manga or a newcomer to the live-action adventure, One Piece continues to prove why it’s one of the most beloved franchises in the world. Set your sights on the horizon—the Straw Hats are ready to conquer the Grand Line, and the journey is only just beginning.