One of the world's most significant Japanese manga and anime franchises, One Piece, is set to receive a remake of its anime series. The exciting announcement was made at the conclusion of Jump Festa 2024 this past Sunday, with Netflix unveiling a video to confirm the news.
The teaser showcased "Romance Dawn," the title of One Piece's inaugural manga chapter released in 1996. Wit Studio, renowned for its work on the first three seasons of Attack on Titan and other notable series like Spy x Family, has been enlisted to produce this anticipated remake. Fans can anticipate the release of the anime remake exclusively on Netflix.
"The legend that began 25 years ago spread far and wide across the world in this interconnected universe," the official announcement declared. "Let's embark once again with an all-new animation team. Get ready for a fresh new remake produced by Wit Studio coming to Netflix."
This development follows the resounding success earlier this year of One Piece's live-action series, which also found its home on Netflix. Created by Japanese mangaka Eiichiro Oda, One Piece follows the epic journey of protagonist Monkey D. Luffy in his quest to discover the "ultimate treasure" and attain the coveted title of pirate king.
The initial anime adaptation first aired on October 20, 1999. In 2023, the "Wano Country Arc" concluded after an impressive four-year run. The eagerly awaited new arc, titled "Egghead Island," is scheduled to premiere in early 2024.
As of the latest update, One Piece's manga and anime boast over 1,000 chapters and episodes, solidifying its enduring popularity among fans worldwide.