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Netflix’s One Piece: Into the Grand Line (Season 2) is set to release in 2026. Here’s everything we know so far; cast, story arcs, new characters, and what to expect from the Straw Hat Pirates’ journey into the Grand Line.

Netflix’s One Piece Into The Grand Line

When Netflix’s live-action One Piece launched in 2023, it surprised fans and critics alike by delivering a faithful, fun, and visually daring adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s legendary manga. The first season charted the rise of Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) and his ragtag crew through the East Blue saga, culminating in their setting sail toward the dangerous, mysterious, and endlessly exciting Grand Line.

Now, the voyage continues with One Piece: Into the Grand Line, the official title for Season 2.

When Will One Piece Season 2 Release on Netflix?

Netflix has confirmed that One Piece: Into the Grand Line is scheduled to debut in 2026, though no exact date has been announced yet. Filming wrapped in early 2025, meaning the show is now in the heavy visual effects and post-production stage.

Even better, Netflix has already given the series a Season 3 renewal, proving confidence in the franchise’s long-term potential.

What Story Arcs Will Season 2 Cover?

Season 2 promises to expand the world of One Piece beyond the relatively small seas of East Blue. Expect to see the Straw Hat Pirates navigate major fan-favorite arcs, including:

• Loguetown: The town where Gold Roger was executed, and where Luffy faces Marine Captain Smoker for the first time.
• Reverse Mountain & Whiskey Peak: The gateway into the Grand Line, introducing dangerous new foes and allies.
• Drum Island: Where the crew meets Tony Tony Chopper, the reindeer doctor who will officially join the Straw Hats.
• Little Garden: A prehistoric island filled with giants and hidden threats.

New Characters Joining the Adventure

The cast is expanding in exciting ways for Into the Grand Line:

• Tony Tony Chopper: Played via CGI and performance capture, Chopper is a reindeer who ate the Human-Human Fruit. He becomes the Straw Hats’ beloved doctor.
• Smoker: A chain-smoking Marine captain with a Logia-type Devil Fruit ability, making him a formidable new rival.
• Miss All Sunday (Nico Robin): Mysterious, intelligent, and dangerous, she plays a pivotal role in the Baroque Works storyline.
• Dr. Kureha: The eccentric doctor who mentors Chopper on Drum Island.
• Crocodile: The mastermind villain of Baroque Works, one of the first major warlords Luffy must overcome.

Production Team

The creative team remains mostly intact, with Joe Tracz leading Season 2 as showrunner and Matt Owens staying on as executive producer. Season 3 will see Ian Stokes join the leadership team, but for now, Into the Grand Line continues with the same insight that made Season 1.

Why Into the Grand Line Could Define Netflix’s One Piece

Season 1 was all about introducing Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp, and Sanji. Season 2 is about testing them as a crew. The Grand Line is where the real adventure begins, where Devil Fruits, warlords, Marines, and ancient mysteries intertwine in ways that cement One Piece as one of the greatest sagas ever written.

If Netflix can balance emotional depth with the high-stakes action and outrageous creativity of Oda’s world, Into the Grand Line may not just satisfy fans but also prove that live-action anime adaptations can truly thrive.

Netflix has officially announced it has kicked off production on Fight for ’84, a powerful new sports drama starring Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx alongside Malachi Beasley. Filming begins this September in New Jersey and is scheduled to run through December 2025, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated boxing films of the decade.

The Real Story

At its core, Fight for ’84 is more than just another boxing movie. It is inspired by true events that reshaped the course of American boxing history.

In 1980, a tragic plane crash claimed the lives of the U.S. Olympic boxing team, leaving the sport devastated. The film picks up in the aftermath, following the emotional and physical journey of rebuilding a new squad that would go on to compete in the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

Foxx steps into the role of Master Sergeant Roosevelt Sanders, the man tasked with training, guiding, and motivating a group of young athletes as they chase redemption inside and outside the ring. Themes of loss, second chances, teamwork, and triumph are woven into the film’s narrative.

Jamie Foxx as LeadActor

Jamie Foxx is no stranger to sports drama. Having portrayed real-life legends like Ray Charles (for which he won an Oscar), Foxx brings depth to every character. In Fight for ’84, he plays Sanders, a leader who must balance discipline with compassion while shaping a broken team into champions.

Alongside him is Malachi Beasley, best known for his breakout roles in indie drama and television joins this cast. While details of Beasley’s character remain under wraps, his presence opposite Foxx signals Netflix’s commitment to blending seasoned talent with rising stars.

The Production Team

Netflix has assembled a heavyweight team for Fight for ’84:

• Director: Andrés Baiz (Narcos, Griselda)
• Writers: Andrea Berloff (Straight Outta Compton), John Gatins (Flight), Andy Weiss (White Boy Rick)
• Producers: Eric Newman (Grand Electric), Bryan Unkeless (Night Owl), Michael W. Abbott, Henry Tillman, Datari Turne
• Executive Producers: Jamie Foxx and Andy Weiss

Filming in New Jersey: The ’80s Atmosphere

The production has transformed parts of New Jersey into 1980s America. From authentic gyms to period street scenes, the filmmakers are committed to immersing viewers in the look and feel of the era.

Extras casting calls in the New York–New Jersey area have been buzzing, particularly for boxing spectators, gym trainees, and background roles that bring the Olympic journey to life.

Filming runs through December 2025, with Netflix aiming for a release window in either late 2026 or 2027 (official date still unconfirmed).

Boxing films have long carried cultural weight, from Raging Bull to Creed. But Fight for ’84 stands apart because it’s rooted in real-life resilience.

The ‘Lights, Camera…Naija’s event created by Netflix is an event that celebrates and honours Nollywood pioneers, veterans, and key players.

BBNaija’s Ebuka Obi-Uchendu will return to host this year’s event, which will be held on November 2, 2024.

See the announcement video below:

https://twitter.com/NetflixNaija/status/1849767863613043091

This year’s theme—Pioneers, Pillars, and Players— pays tribute to the legends who laid the foundation of Nollywood, the off-screen masterminds—directors, producers, and crew members—who keep the industry running, and the vibrant actors who captivate audiences worldwide.

Aimed at spotlighting Nollywood’s finest, celebrating the trailblazers, behind-the-scenes heroes, and the on-screen stars who make the industry shine, the event often has in attendance industry professionals, music artists, and celebrities grace the stage. [Pulse]