Netflix’s first trailer for the live-action One Piece series unveils the new Straw Hat Pirate Crew, creating excitement among fans. At the TUDUM event, Netflix presented the highly anticipated footage, offering a substantial glimpse into the upcoming series. The trailer introduces Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy, who passionately shares his ambition of becoming the King of the Pirates. It also sets the stage for their adventure in the Grand Line. It also provides a first look at Mackenyu as Roronoa Zoro, Emily Rudd as Nami, Jacob Romero Gibson as Usopp, and Taz Skylar as Sanji. Alongside these reveals, Netflix announces the official release date as August 31, 2023.
The trailer showcases iconic characters from Eiichiro Oda’s world in various action-packed shots, with a primary focus on Luffy. Mackenyu’s portrayal of Zoro also receives significant attention, briefly displaying his impressive sword-fighting skills. Emily Rudd’s Nami contributes a few lines in the promo, capturing her distinctive red hair and costume. While Gibson and Skylar, as Usopp and Sanji, have limited screen time, fans still get a glimpse of their characters. The trailer concludes with Luffy’s Gum-Gum Pistol, a signature move where he harnesses his Rubber Person Devil Fruit powers to unleash a flexible and powerful punch.
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The trailer also reveals glimpses of notable adversaries, including a quick glimpse of the clown-themed pirate Buggy (Jeff Ward). Additionally, dedicated One Piece fans can spot Alvida’s (Ilia Isorelys Paulino) pink-hearted pirate ship, which serves as a reference to the franchise’s initial antagonist. Furthermore, a shot featuring Zoro bound in a Marine base highlights a massive poster of Axe-Hand Morgan (Langley Kirkwood), the Marine captain Luffy and Zoro confront in the Romance Dawn arc.
Beyond the heroes and villains, the trailer showcases several major locations from the series. Multiple shots of the Straw Hat Pirates’ ship, the Going Merry, provide a clear depiction of its aesthetic and practical design. Additionally, viewers catch a glimpse of the sea-faring restaurant, The Baratie, in the scene’s background.
One Piece, a beloved series written by Eiichiro Oda, has been a significant part of the author’s life for decades, sometimes affecting his health. While many fans eagerly anticipate this new adaptation, others remain cautious due to Netflix’s track record with live-action anime projects, including the poorly received Death Note (2017) and Cowboy Bebop (2021) adaptations. However, Oda has reassured fans that the series will only be released if he is satisfied with the outcome.
The original One Piece anime by Toei Animation is available for streaming on Crunchyroll, and the manga can be read on the Viz Media website through a Shonen Jump subscription.
