August 13, 2025, 9:14 am | Read time: 2 minutes
“One Piece” has been around since 1997, and there’s still no end in sight. With 500 million copies sold, it is the most successful manga series of all time. Netflix didn’t hold back and launched a series adaptation in 2023, with a second season already in the works. But that’s not all: Netflix has now confirmed “One Piece” Season 3.
“One Piece” Gets Season 3 from Netflix
The streaming service officially announced in a press release that “One Piece” Season 3 has been given the green light and will begin production this year in Cape Town, South Africa.
Ian Stokes and Joe Tracz are set to serve as showrunners for the third season. Tracz was previously a co-showrunner, while Stokes contributed as a writer. However, since the former showrunner, Matt Owens, has stepped back for his mental health, Stokes will now take over his role.
Netflix Confirms Ongoing Rumors
Netflix’s confirmation of “One Piece” Season 3 likely comes as no surprise to fans. Rumors had already been circulating, fueled in part by the show’s cast. For instance, Brashaad Mayweather said in early 2024 that Netflix planned to film two seasons back-to-back.
Later, Mayweather backtracked, claiming he had only speculated. In hindsight, this statement might have been damage control to avoid revealing too much too soon.
When “One Piece” Season 3 will premiere on Netflix is still unknown. The second season needs to launch first. It’s expected in 2026, but a specific date has yet to be announced. Meanwhile, there’s now a first teaser for “One Piece” Season 2 that offers exciting glimpses and whets the appetite for more.