Upcoming One Piece Season 2 to Debut in 2026: Plot summary, characters, and other revealed info
Monstrous waves of excitement are building as Netflix prepares to release the second season of its live-action adaptation of the beloved manga and anime series, One Piece. The show, which premiered in 2023, has captivated audiences with its thrilling action, captivating storytelling, and well-crafted characters.
The Straw Hat Pirates, led by the indomitable Luffy, will continue their journey across the Grand Line, with new and familiar faces joining them on their adventure. Among the newcomers are Mark Harelik as Dr. Hiriluk, Katey Sagal reprising her role as Dr. Kureha, and Joe Manganiello portraying the enigmatic Mr. 0.
Fans can also look forward to seeing characters like Smoker (Callum Kerr), Miss Valentine (Jazzara Jaslyn), Tashigi (Julia Rehwald), and Mr. 5 (Camrus Johnson) in action. Additionally, Rigo Sanchez will portray the legendary Dragon, while Yonda Thomas takes on the role of Igaram.
The second season promises to introduce new locations, such as Loguetown, Reverse Mountain, Whiskey Peak, Little Garden, and Drum Island. One of the major highlights will be the arrival of Dr. Kureha, played by Katey Sagal.
Netflix has confirmed that One Piece season 2 will be released in 2026, although the exact release date remains a mystery. The streaming giant has hinted at Season 3 production starting soon, suggesting that the series will continue beyond Season 2.
In addition to the confirmed cast members, Rob Colletti will portray Wapol, Clive Russell will take on the role of Crocus, James Hiroyuki Liao will play Ipponmatsu, Anton David Jeftha will portray K.M., Charithra Chandran will be Miss Wednesday, Brendan Murray will be Brogy, and David Dastmalchian will bring Mr. 3 to life.
Lera Abova is cast as Miss All-Sunday, and Sophia Anne Caruso will portray Miss Goldenweek. Werner Coetser will play Dorry, and Ty Keogh will portray Dalton. Lastly, James Hiroyuki Liao will also take on the role of Ipponmatsu.
The first season of One Piece left fans on the edge of their seats, and it seems that the second season will pick up right where it left off. With the return of beloved characters and the addition of new ones, the adventure continues as the Straw Hat Pirates set sail once more.
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the release of One Piece season 2 on Netflix.
[1] Netflix's TUDUM event announcement: https://www.netflix.com/tudum/events/one-piece-season-2-announcement [2] Netflix's official promotional material: https://www.netflix.com/title/80242859 [3] August 2025 trailer release: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ [4] Netflix's hints at Season 3 production: https://www.ign.com/articles/one-piece-live-action-season-3-production-starting-soon
Preparations for the upcoming season of 'movies-and-tv' shows, 'One Piece', has sparked excitement among fans, as the series delves deeper into the world of 'entertainment'. With the second season set to release on Netflix in 2026, fans can anticipate the continuation of the Straw Hat Pirates' journey, featuring new and returning characters.
