Netflix officially announced the One Piece live-action series is in the works.
The 10-episode live-action adaptation of One Piece, based on one of the best-selling manga and anime series, is being developed by Tomorrow Studios (the makers of the Cowboy Bebop live-action series) and Shueisha.
According to Netflix, it has “partnered with Tomorrow Studios and Shueisha to bring this pirate adventure story from Japan to audiences around the world. The original manga, written by Eiichiro Oda, has captivated fans for many years and sold over 460 million copies.”
Though the series will consist of 10 episodes, it is unknown if it will have another season.
As seen on Deadline, Steven Maeda will be the writer, showrunner and executive producer, while Matt Owens becomes the writer/executive producer.
Eiichiro Oda, the series’ creator, will join Marty Adelstein and Becky Clements from Tomorrow Studios as executive producers. Also, Oda shared a message on Twitter.
“I know I announced the production of this back in 2017, but these things take time! Preparations have been slowly progressing behind the scenes, and it seems that I can finally make the big announcement. Netflix, the world’s leading streaming entertainment service, will be lending us their tremendous production support! This is so encouraging!! How far will the story progress over the 10 episodes of Season 1? Who will be cast!? Please be patient a little longer and stay tuned!!” said Oda.
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: A One Piece live action is in the works! @OnePieceNetflix pic.twitter.com/gnuR5JgmXw
— Netflix Geeked (@NetflixGeeked) January 29, 2020
[Sources]: Deadline: ‘One Piece’ Live-Action Series Based On Manga Classic Ordered By Netflix From Tomorrow Studios. @NXOnNetflix: Netflix, the world’s leading streaming entertainment service, will be lending us their tremendous production support! This is so encouraging!!.
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