One Piece Live Action has become one of the most-watched shows on Netflix. The live adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus saw many fans raise eyebrows, especially after Cowboy Bebop live-action failed to live up to its hype. But with Oda sensei’s presence and the actors’ hard work and love for the anime, it turned out to be one of the best live adaptations ever.
The Straw Hat Pirates cast gained massive popularity and traveled the world to continue their off-camera One Piece bonding. Monkey D. Luffy actor Iñaki Godoy has been the most active person on the internet and also got a character named after him in Roblox. The online game platform included Monkey D. Luffy, and Godoy could barely control his excitement.
Iñaki Godoy’s To-Do List Has Shortened Iñaki Godoy as Luffy (Credits: Netflix)
Iñaki Godoy’s portrayal of Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece...
The Straw Hat Pirates cast gained massive popularity and traveled the world to continue their off-camera One Piece bonding. Monkey D. Luffy actor Iñaki Godoy has been the most active person on the internet and also got a character named after him in Roblox. The online game platform included Monkey D. Luffy, and Godoy could barely control his excitement.
Iñaki Godoy’s To-Do List Has Shortened Iñaki Godoy as Luffy (Credits: Netflix)
Iñaki Godoy’s portrayal of Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece...
- 5/10/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Iñaki Godoy has portrayed Monkey D. Luffy in Netflix’s One Piece Live Action to its utmost perfection. At first, the fans were skeptical but later loved him as the Gomu Gomu no Mi user. Godoy is going to reprise his role as the Straw Hats’ captain in One Piece Live Action season 2. Due to the live adaptation, his popularity skyrocketed.
Being involved with one of the biggest shows on Netflix, it is next to impossible to star in another fan-favorite series. But ‘Titans’ actor Ryan Potter saw Iñaki Godoy fit to take up the role of Beast Boy in Dcu’s Teen Titans. Even though it is an opinion, the fans were quick to take up the issue on social media and had their fair share to say.
Iñaki Godoy Might Be The Missing Ling Between Two Franchises Iñaki Godoy as Luffy (Credits: Netflix)
Iñaki Godoy’s acting was praised by everyone,...
Being involved with one of the biggest shows on Netflix, it is next to impossible to star in another fan-favorite series. But ‘Titans’ actor Ryan Potter saw Iñaki Godoy fit to take up the role of Beast Boy in Dcu’s Teen Titans. Even though it is an opinion, the fans were quick to take up the issue on social media and had their fair share to say.
Iñaki Godoy Might Be The Missing Ling Between Two Franchises Iñaki Godoy as Luffy (Credits: Netflix)
Iñaki Godoy’s acting was praised by everyone,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
James Gunn and Peter Safran have no doubt that they’ll have to push their boundaries if they are to harbor any hopes of making the DC Universe a success that can go on to challenge the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After the DC Extended Universe’s dismal run, there is a lot of pressure on this franchise to deliver.
No wonder that they are trying to get everything right. And one step in that direction is getting the cast right. For now, it seems like Iñaki Godoy might be perfect for one role in the new franchise.
A new Teen Titans film is on the horizon
James Gunn has a Teen Titans movie in the pipeline l Credit: Wikimedia Commons
As a part of the overhaul of the DC Extended Universe, James Gunn & Co. has come out with an outlay of movies to enthrall fans. As it turns out, 6 movies are in the pipeline currently,...
No wonder that they are trying to get everything right. And one step in that direction is getting the cast right. For now, it seems like Iñaki Godoy might be perfect for one role in the new franchise.
A new Teen Titans film is on the horizon
James Gunn has a Teen Titans movie in the pipeline l Credit: Wikimedia Commons
As a part of the overhaul of the DC Extended Universe, James Gunn & Co. has come out with an outlay of movies to enthrall fans. As it turns out, 6 movies are in the pipeline currently,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
For ages, it seemed that live-action adaptations of anime series were destined to fail as the adaptations swayed away from the source material. However, that was not the case with Netflix’s One Piece, the adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus of the same name.
Well, it is difficult to say what the secret was behind creating the first great live-action anime adaptation TV Series, as Season 1 of the show was well-received among the fans and were eager for the 2nd season of the show.
The Straw Hats Pirate Crew in Netflix’s One Piece
However, the show has managed to land itself in hot waters as it was preparing to feature Nico Robin, one of the most popular characters of the series. The fans are bashing the series as they criticize the show over reports of race-swapping the character who was going make her debut in the 2nd Season of One Piece live-action.
Well, it is difficult to say what the secret was behind creating the first great live-action anime adaptation TV Series, as Season 1 of the show was well-received among the fans and were eager for the 2nd season of the show.
The Straw Hats Pirate Crew in Netflix’s One Piece
However, the show has managed to land itself in hot waters as it was preparing to feature Nico Robin, one of the most popular characters of the series. The fans are bashing the series as they criticize the show over reports of race-swapping the character who was going make her debut in the 2nd Season of One Piece live-action.
- 5/8/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
One Piece fans have finally gotten some new information about Netflix’s One Piece Live-Action Season 2. The casting calls have revealed details about the anticipated characters that are going to be introduced in the second season. The list includes some important characters like Nico Robin, Vivi, Smoker, Tashigi, etc.
Netflix’s One Piece live-action series.
One Piece Live-Action Season 2 was announced just after the extremely successful first season, which brought with it a new love for live-action adaptations. Even though the story of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus was a little bit modified, One Piece was still the first-ever successful live-action adaptation of the anime series, amassing a large fanbase that has been waiting for season 2.
However, fans are not too happy about the details shared about the series’ second season. The information revealed about the new characters has concerned One Piece fans, who feel the series may deviate from the source material.
Netflix’s One Piece live-action series.
One Piece Live-Action Season 2 was announced just after the extremely successful first season, which brought with it a new love for live-action adaptations. Even though the story of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus was a little bit modified, One Piece was still the first-ever successful live-action adaptation of the anime series, amassing a large fanbase that has been waiting for season 2.
However, fans are not too happy about the details shared about the series’ second season. The information revealed about the new characters has concerned One Piece fans, who feel the series may deviate from the source material.
- 5/8/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The second season of One Piece live-action series has unveiled casting calls for seven new characters set to join the new season.
While these might not come as a surprise for the long-term fans of the manga and anime, the sneak-peek into the age and ethnicity of the characters will sure add an element of intrigue.
It was also revealed that casting calls for the new season have been underway throughout the first half of the year as the production team prepares for filming, scheduled to commence in June 2024. The second season is operated under the codename ‘Project Renaissance’.
Checkout the newly revealed characters, their ethnicity and age range below:
1. Princess Vivi
Looking for: Female Age: 17-20 Ethnicity: Middle Eastern/North African or South Asian
2. Nico Robin
Looking for: Female Age: 20-39 Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino
3. Smoker
Looking for: Male Age: 25-35 Ethnicity: White
4. Tashigi
Looking for: Female Age: 20-29 Ethnicity:...
While these might not come as a surprise for the long-term fans of the manga and anime, the sneak-peek into the age and ethnicity of the characters will sure add an element of intrigue.
It was also revealed that casting calls for the new season have been underway throughout the first half of the year as the production team prepares for filming, scheduled to commence in June 2024. The second season is operated under the codename ‘Project Renaissance’.
Checkout the newly revealed characters, their ethnicity and age range below:
1. Princess Vivi
Looking for: Female Age: 17-20 Ethnicity: Middle Eastern/North African or South Asian
2. Nico Robin
Looking for: Female Age: 20-39 Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino
3. Smoker
Looking for: Male Age: 25-35 Ethnicity: White
4. Tashigi
Looking for: Female Age: 20-29 Ethnicity:...
- 5/8/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
The One Piece live-action series has been creating a lot of buzz since the release and successful performance of season 1. Season 2 has already been announced, and fans are busy speculating the cast of the new characters.
In the midst of the chaos, popular rapper Megan Thee Stallion posted promotional pictures of her next album while cosplaying as One Piece‘s Boa Hancock. Fans lost their minds, to say the least, resulting in a major jaw-dropping moment and a few misleading posts.
Did Netflix Cast Megan Thee Stallion as Boa Hancock in One Piece Live-Action?
Boa Hancock in One Piece | Crunchyroll
Recently, a rumor began spreading on X and other social media platforms that Megan Thee Stallion has been cast as Boa Hancock in Netflix’s One Piece live-action. However, it is a false rumor which is nothing but misleading.
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In the midst of the chaos, popular rapper Megan Thee Stallion posted promotional pictures of her next album while cosplaying as One Piece‘s Boa Hancock. Fans lost their minds, to say the least, resulting in a major jaw-dropping moment and a few misleading posts.
Did Netflix Cast Megan Thee Stallion as Boa Hancock in One Piece Live-Action?
Boa Hancock in One Piece | Crunchyroll
Recently, a rumor began spreading on X and other social media platforms that Megan Thee Stallion has been cast as Boa Hancock in Netflix’s One Piece live-action. However, it is a false rumor which is nothing but misleading.
Suggested“They’re all in love”: Eiichiro Oda on If...
- 5/7/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Avatar: The Last Airbender star Ian Ousley has recently revealed his desire to play Dcu’s Teen Titans role of Garfield Logan. The factory reset of DC Universe by James Gunn and Peter Safran has certainly opened doors for several actors to have their shot at DC Universe after the inception of Chapter 1, Gods and Monsters.
Beast Boy. Credit: DC Comics
In the near future, Gunn might look to use the popular series, Teen Titan, with an entirely new cast. But ahead of that, Ousley revealed that he has been keen on playing Beast Boy— one of the primary characters of the superpowered teen band. However, fans are not quite so sure as they find another actor better suited for the role.
Ian Ousley Wants to Play Dcu’s Teen Titan Role
Ian Ousley in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Ian Ousley who recently found fame with his Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action portrayal of Sokka,...
Beast Boy. Credit: DC Comics
In the near future, Gunn might look to use the popular series, Teen Titan, with an entirely new cast. But ahead of that, Ousley revealed that he has been keen on playing Beast Boy— one of the primary characters of the superpowered teen band. However, fans are not quite so sure as they find another actor better suited for the role.
Ian Ousley Wants to Play Dcu’s Teen Titan Role
Ian Ousley in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Ian Ousley who recently found fame with his Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action portrayal of Sokka,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece manga became a massive hit and is still regarded as the best live-action adaptation of an anime to date. The series was extremely successful and its renewal for a second season was more or less a sure thing. At this point in time, we know that the production of the second season is heavily underway and that the season will be released sometime in 2025, which was also expected. But, while we don’t have too many information at this moment, the production is releasing some teasers that have fans excited, as they are foreshadowing the appearances of some major characters!
The live-action One Piece series premiered on August 31, 2023, on Netflix and currently has just eight episodes. The second season is currently in production and will be released next year, continuing the story of Luffy and his friends, as the crew...
The live-action One Piece series premiered on August 31, 2023, on Netflix and currently has just eight episodes. The second season is currently in production and will be released next year, continuing the story of Luffy and his friends, as the crew...
- 5/6/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Just when One Piece live-action fans were becoming impatient regarding the details of season 2, Inaki Godoy dropped the biggest hint ever. The hint came in the form of a deceivingly simple-looking cake that Godoy carried in to thank fans of the series.
The next thing you know, Godoy makes a mischievous face, and the camera zooms into the cake. Lo and behold, the cake holds a 3-shaped candle. On closer inspection, even the cake resembles a melting candle.
Who else would it be referring to if not Luffy’s quirky foe-turned-friend, Mr. 3?
Which One Piece arc Will the Netflix Live-Action Season 2 Adapt? Mr. 3’s devil fruit powers | One Piece Crunchyroll
The official Instagram account of Netflix’s One Piece live-action series dropped the mother of all hints for the upcoming plot of season 2. The caption for the post teased that the Arabasta Saga will be the next one to...
The next thing you know, Godoy makes a mischievous face, and the camera zooms into the cake. Lo and behold, the cake holds a 3-shaped candle. On closer inspection, even the cake resembles a melting candle.
Who else would it be referring to if not Luffy’s quirky foe-turned-friend, Mr. 3?
Which One Piece arc Will the Netflix Live-Action Season 2 Adapt? Mr. 3’s devil fruit powers | One Piece Crunchyroll
The official Instagram account of Netflix’s One Piece live-action series dropped the mother of all hints for the upcoming plot of season 2. The caption for the post teased that the Arabasta Saga will be the next one to...
- 5/5/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
During the Paris Fan Festival, Taz Skylar, the actor cast to portray Sanji in Netflix’s One Piece Live-Action series, opened up about the initial wave of negative comments he faced on social media following the casting announcement.
During the festival’s Q/A session, Taz recounted his very first exposure to criticism and it was around the time when the One Piece casting news came out. He revealed that his friends informed him that his name was trending on Twitter alongside references to his resemblance to rapper Eminem.
“The best way to get me to do something is tell me I can’t do it,” Skylar stated, revealing that rather than being deterred by the negative feedback, he found motivation in the challenge. “I remember I laughed because I was like, you know what, they have a point. I do kind of look a little bit like Em,” he added.
During the festival’s Q/A session, Taz recounted his very first exposure to criticism and it was around the time when the One Piece casting news came out. He revealed that his friends informed him that his name was trending on Twitter alongside references to his resemblance to rapper Eminem.
“The best way to get me to do something is tell me I can’t do it,” Skylar stated, revealing that rather than being deterred by the negative feedback, he found motivation in the challenge. “I remember I laughed because I was like, you know what, they have a point. I do kind of look a little bit like Em,” he added.
- 5/1/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
One Piece’s live-action announcement was certainly surprising. Given the history of live-action movies and series, especially in the anime genre, fans initially had their expectations low, and there was a general belief that the Netflix series would be another disappointment.
A still from Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece
Yet, surprisingly and fortunately, the series was an immense success. Not only did the series remain true to the source, but it was the casting and actors who stole the spotlight. While actors like Iñaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, and others impressed fans with their talents, Taz Skylar as Sanji stole the show, with many fans declaring his Sanji better than the anime’s version. In a recent appearance, the actor revealed how the negative comments regarding his casting really pushed him to the extreme.
Taz Skylar Reveals How Negative Reactions to His One Piece Casting Affected Him
Taz...
A still from Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece
Yet, surprisingly and fortunately, the series was an immense success. Not only did the series remain true to the source, but it was the casting and actors who stole the spotlight. While actors like Iñaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, and others impressed fans with their talents, Taz Skylar as Sanji stole the show, with many fans declaring his Sanji better than the anime’s version. In a recent appearance, the actor revealed how the negative comments regarding his casting really pushed him to the extreme.
Taz Skylar Reveals How Negative Reactions to His One Piece Casting Affected Him
Taz...
- 4/30/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Netflix set the bar for live-action adaptations, and with One Piece, the streaming giant managed to raise the bar even higher. The show has been winning acclaim from all quarters, mainly due to its storytelling, and how faithful it has been to the manga.
Given the success of the first season, Netflix immediately greenlit a second season. With the show set to return soon, the platform has made one addition that could change the game. Joe Tracz is set to join the series as a co-showrunner.
The Netflix show will have a new co-showrunner (Source: One Piece)
Netflix adds Joe Tracz as the new co-showrunner for the second season of One Piece
One Piece is adapted from Eiichiro Oda’s manga of the same name. Matt Owens and Steven Maeda developed the live-action for the streaming platform, and it was a massive success. And now, with the stakes being much higher,...
Given the success of the first season, Netflix immediately greenlit a second season. With the show set to return soon, the platform has made one addition that could change the game. Joe Tracz is set to join the series as a co-showrunner.
The Netflix show will have a new co-showrunner (Source: One Piece)
Netflix adds Joe Tracz as the new co-showrunner for the second season of One Piece
One Piece is adapted from Eiichiro Oda’s manga of the same name. Matt Owens and Steven Maeda developed the live-action for the streaming platform, and it was a massive success. And now, with the stakes being much higher,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
It is a well-known fact that Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece manga became a massive hit and is still regarded as the best live-action adaptation of an anime to date. The series was a massive hit, so we were not surprised when the series was renewed for a second season. As of the time of writing, the fans are eagerly awaiting the premiere of Season 2 on the popular streaming platform, and while a precise date has not been set, we can confirm that Netflix has revealed that the second season of the live-action One Piece series will premiere in 2025, which means that there won’t be any major delays.
The live-action series premiered on August 31, 2023, on Netflix and currently consists of eight episodes. It is expected that the series will resume filming in June 2024, which will give the studio enough time to make a great...
The live-action series premiered on August 31, 2023, on Netflix and currently consists of eight episodes. It is expected that the series will resume filming in June 2024, which will give the studio enough time to make a great...
- 4/24/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Netflix’s highly anticipated live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece manga is set to return for its second season in 2025, with co-executive producer Joe Tracz joining the creative team. Tracz, known for his work on Percy Jackson And The Olympians, will serve as writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner alongside Matt Owens.
The filming schedule of One Piece live-action season 2 is confirmed to start in June 2024.
Tracz expressed his enthusiasm for joining the One Piece team, citing his admiration for Eiichiro Oda’s imaginative world-building and the impressive achievements of the live-action adaptation thus far.
“I’ve been lucky to work on big adaptations of several beloved series, and they don’t come bigger or more beloved than One Piece. I’m a huge fan of Oda-san’s incredible imagination and I was blown away by what the live-action team created in Season One. So it’s a dream...
The filming schedule of One Piece live-action season 2 is confirmed to start in June 2024.
Tracz expressed his enthusiasm for joining the One Piece team, citing his admiration for Eiichiro Oda’s imaginative world-building and the impressive achievements of the live-action adaptation thus far.
“I’ve been lucky to work on big adaptations of several beloved series, and they don’t come bigger or more beloved than One Piece. I’m a huge fan of Oda-san’s incredible imagination and I was blown away by what the live-action team created in Season One. So it’s a dream...
- 4/23/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
The “One Piece” live-action series at Netflix is bringing in Joe Tracz to serve as its new co-showrunner for Season 2.
Tracz will helm the popular series based on the Eiichiro Oda manga of the same name alongside Season 1 co-showrunner, writer, and executive producer Matt Owens. Steven Maeda, who developed the series with Owens and was co-showrunner on Season 1, will step down but continue to serve as an executive producer on the series.
“Joe has brought a wealth of enthusiasm and experience into our second season that will help take ‘One Piece’ to new heights,” Owens said. “We’re incredibly lucky to have him as a co-captain of this ship. The best crew on the seas grows larger!”
Tracz most recently worked as a writer and co-executive producer on the Disney+ series adaptation of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” He previously created the Netflix series “Dash & Lily” in addition to serving as showrunner.
Tracz will helm the popular series based on the Eiichiro Oda manga of the same name alongside Season 1 co-showrunner, writer, and executive producer Matt Owens. Steven Maeda, who developed the series with Owens and was co-showrunner on Season 1, will step down but continue to serve as an executive producer on the series.
“Joe has brought a wealth of enthusiasm and experience into our second season that will help take ‘One Piece’ to new heights,” Owens said. “We’re incredibly lucky to have him as a co-captain of this ship. The best crew on the seas grows larger!”
Tracz most recently worked as a writer and co-executive producer on the Disney+ series adaptation of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” He previously created the Netflix series “Dash & Lily” in addition to serving as showrunner.
- 4/23/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Percy Jackson and the Olympians co-executive producer Joe Tracz has been confirmed as writer, executive producer and co-showrunner on the upcoming second season of Netflix’s breakout hit One Piece.
On the live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s beloved manga, he is working alongside returning Season 1 writer, executive producer and co-showrunner Matt Owens. Steve Maeda, who developed the series with Owens and served as Season 1 co-showrunner, remains an executive producer. Filming on Season 2 is expected to start in June for a 2025 premiere, sources said.
This marks a return to Netflix for Tracz who served as a writer-producer on the streamer’s A Series Of Unfortunate Events, based on the book series of the same name by Lemony Snicket, and as co-creator-executive producer on Dash & Lily, based on the YA books.
In his statement about joining One Piece, Tracz references his recent string of literary adaptations, and references’ Straw Hat...
On the live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s beloved manga, he is working alongside returning Season 1 writer, executive producer and co-showrunner Matt Owens. Steve Maeda, who developed the series with Owens and served as Season 1 co-showrunner, remains an executive producer. Filming on Season 2 is expected to start in June for a 2025 premiere, sources said.
This marks a return to Netflix for Tracz who served as a writer-producer on the streamer’s A Series Of Unfortunate Events, based on the book series of the same name by Lemony Snicket, and as co-creator-executive producer on Dash & Lily, based on the YA books.
In his statement about joining One Piece, Tracz references his recent string of literary adaptations, and references’ Straw Hat...
- 4/23/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of the popular anime and manga series, One Piece, has been a big hit. It has managed to do something that many fans thought would be impossible.
One Piece features a unique setting, weird and colorful characters, and amazing fight scenes. And bringing that to life in a live-action format was always going to be a huge challenge, especially since Netflix has not had much success with other anime adaptations in the past.
Sanji in One Piece live action
But there are a few reasons why this One Piece live-action has worked so well. First, the creator of the original One Piece manga, Eiichiro Oda, was closely monitoring the making of live-action. But another key factor was the casting of the main Straw Hat crew. The actors who played those characters have been absolutely perfect.
Why Taz Skylar is the Perfect Choice to Play Sanji in...
One Piece features a unique setting, weird and colorful characters, and amazing fight scenes. And bringing that to life in a live-action format was always going to be a huge challenge, especially since Netflix has not had much success with other anime adaptations in the past.
Sanji in One Piece live action
But there are a few reasons why this One Piece live-action has worked so well. First, the creator of the original One Piece manga, Eiichiro Oda, was closely monitoring the making of live-action. But another key factor was the casting of the main Straw Hat crew. The actors who played those characters have been absolutely perfect.
Why Taz Skylar is the Perfect Choice to Play Sanji in...
- 4/18/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
Exclusive: M88 has signed actor Simu Liu (Shang-Chi) for representation.
Best known for starring in Destin Daniel Cretton’s superhero flick Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which saw him make history as the first Asian lead in the MCU, Liu was more recently seen starring opposite Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in Greta Gerwig’s record-setting Barbie, taking on the role of Rival Ken in the Warner Bros juggernaut.
The actor broke out with his starring role in the popular CBC/Netflix sitcom Kim’s Convenience and has also previously been seen on Max’s comedy series The Other Two.
Next up, Liu will star in an espionage thriller series for Peacock, which he will also executive produce alongside James Wan for Atomic Monster. Other upcoming projects include the Netflix sci-fi thriller Atlas, in which he stars opposite Jennifer Lopez, and Amazon’s action comedy Grand Death Lotto from director Paul Feig,...
Best known for starring in Destin Daniel Cretton’s superhero flick Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which saw him make history as the first Asian lead in the MCU, Liu was more recently seen starring opposite Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in Greta Gerwig’s record-setting Barbie, taking on the role of Rival Ken in the Warner Bros juggernaut.
The actor broke out with his starring role in the popular CBC/Netflix sitcom Kim’s Convenience and has also previously been seen on Max’s comedy series The Other Two.
Next up, Liu will star in an espionage thriller series for Peacock, which he will also executive produce alongside James Wan for Atomic Monster. Other upcoming projects include the Netflix sci-fi thriller Atlas, in which he stars opposite Jennifer Lopez, and Amazon’s action comedy Grand Death Lotto from director Paul Feig,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
We all know that Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece manga became a massive hit and is still regarded as the best live-action adaptation of an anime. Netflix absolutely has a hit with the series and all the fans are eagerly waiting for the second season to start. But, it’s not just the fans who are preparing for the upcoming season, as the main actor from the series, young Iñaki Godoy, decided to live on a ship for 80 days in order to prepare for the second season of the series.
Iñaki Godoy plays Monkey D. Luffy in the series, the main character of Oda’s work, who decides to become a pirate so he can succeed Gol D. Roger as the Pirate King. He gathered his crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, in the first season, and they are now ready to start their adventure, which...
Iñaki Godoy plays Monkey D. Luffy in the series, the main character of Oda’s work, who decides to become a pirate so he can succeed Gol D. Roger as the Pirate King. He gathered his crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, in the first season, and they are now ready to start their adventure, which...
- 4/13/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
The first season of the live-action adaptation of the popular anime and manga series One Piece, starring Emily Rudd, Taz Skylar, Iñaki Godoy, and other talented stars, was a huge hit. Now that the first season has adapted the East Blue story arc, Netflix is all set to bring the next big saga of the story, the Arabasta arc.
This means viewers will get to see some of their favorite One Piece characters in action, such as Captain Smoker and Crocodile. However, the most exciting addition will be Nico Robin, the next member set to join the Straw Hat pirate crew.
Nami in One Piece live action
The show actually does a phenomenal job bringing to life two of the most iconic scenes of the series, the intense duel of Zoro and Mihawk.
Mihawk’s Playful Claim on Emily Rudd’s Nami Role in One Piece
At the WeebCon Texas...
This means viewers will get to see some of their favorite One Piece characters in action, such as Captain Smoker and Crocodile. However, the most exciting addition will be Nico Robin, the next member set to join the Straw Hat pirate crew.
Nami in One Piece live action
The show actually does a phenomenal job bringing to life two of the most iconic scenes of the series, the intense duel of Zoro and Mihawk.
Mihawk’s Playful Claim on Emily Rudd’s Nami Role in One Piece
At the WeebCon Texas...
- 4/10/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
The One Piece Live-Action has excelled in almost every aspect of creating a successful anime adaptation. The series has got the best of every world, be it editing or storyline, but the cast was the main thing it got just right. The actors who portrayed the roles of One Piece characters, especially the Straw Hat crew are one of the most important reasons why the series became such a huge success.
Iñaki Godoy as Luffy, Mackenyu as Zoro, Jacob Romero as Usopp, Taz Skylar as Sanji, and Emily Rudd as Nami were perfect in their character portrayals.
Straw Hat Pirates in One Piece Live-Action
As they worked for the series’ first season, the cast developed a great bond during their time together. Their friendship was reflected recently when Skylar and Emily were attending the Weebcon 2024, and Skylar jokingly proposed to Rudd, bringing out his inner Sanji. This got the audience...
Iñaki Godoy as Luffy, Mackenyu as Zoro, Jacob Romero as Usopp, Taz Skylar as Sanji, and Emily Rudd as Nami were perfect in their character portrayals.
Straw Hat Pirates in One Piece Live-Action
As they worked for the series’ first season, the cast developed a great bond during their time together. Their friendship was reflected recently when Skylar and Emily were attending the Weebcon 2024, and Skylar jokingly proposed to Rudd, bringing out his inner Sanji. This got the audience...
- 4/8/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Taz Skylar’s portrayal of Sanji is one of the rare few moments when a live-action adaptation of an anime gets it right. Eiichiro Oda is perhaps having the time of his life with the skyrocketing fame One Piece has gained in the past two years. From Gear 5 to the live-action series, it is one win after another for the mangaka.
A still from Netflix’s One Piece
The entire cast of the Netflix series is carefully picked, and in the eyes of the audience, as well as the author, they are nothing but perfection. From Mackenyu’s serious yet charming personality as Zoro to Iñaki Godoy’s charisma as Luffy, each and every cast member has given their absolute best when bringing the show to life.
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A still from Netflix’s One Piece
The entire cast of the Netflix series is carefully picked, and in the eyes of the audience, as well as the author, they are nothing but perfection. From Mackenyu’s serious yet charming personality as Zoro to Iñaki Godoy’s charisma as Luffy, each and every cast member has given their absolute best when bringing the show to life.
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- 4/6/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
One Piece live-action fans have been waiting for quite a while to get a new update regarding the release of the second season. The series lived up to the name of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus with season one becoming the first-ever successful live-action adaptation of an anime or manga series.
Straw Hat Pirates in One Piece Live-Action
The main essence that helped One Piece live-action gain success was the ability to replicate the scenes from the One Piece anime and manga series that would have been pretty difficult to recreate in the real world. Be it the Mihawk vs Zoro fight or the Luffy vs Arlong battle, One Piece fans were happy that the series did justice to these iconic scenes.
Recently, the cast of One Piece live-action attended the Weebcon 2024 where they were asked a bunch of questions about the future of Netflix’s One Piece. While answering one of the questions,...
Straw Hat Pirates in One Piece Live-Action
The main essence that helped One Piece live-action gain success was the ability to replicate the scenes from the One Piece anime and manga series that would have been pretty difficult to recreate in the real world. Be it the Mihawk vs Zoro fight or the Luffy vs Arlong battle, One Piece fans were happy that the series did justice to these iconic scenes.
Recently, the cast of One Piece live-action attended the Weebcon 2024 where they were asked a bunch of questions about the future of Netflix’s One Piece. While answering one of the questions,...
- 4/5/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
In recent times, anime and manga have started to bring about cultural shifts in the realm of wider pop culture and even entertainment in general. And leading this revolution is none other than Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece.
A still from One Piece
This revolution has only been strengthened with the release of Netflix’s One Piece live-action, which through defying the curse of former anime adaptions failing hard in execution, made a splash with both new and old fans of the manga and the animation.
Although this seems to have been a beacon of hope for live-action adaptations of the future, if Oda had never seen the 2001 action/sports film Shaolin Soccer, he may have never been convinced that his creation could be developed in the real world for the silver screen.
One Piece Creator Eiichiro Oda Reveals How Shaolin Soccer Encouraged Him To Make Netflix’s One Piece...
A still from One Piece
This revolution has only been strengthened with the release of Netflix’s One Piece live-action, which through defying the curse of former anime adaptions failing hard in execution, made a splash with both new and old fans of the manga and the animation.
Although this seems to have been a beacon of hope for live-action adaptations of the future, if Oda had never seen the 2001 action/sports film Shaolin Soccer, he may have never been convinced that his creation could be developed in the real world for the silver screen.
One Piece Creator Eiichiro Oda Reveals How Shaolin Soccer Encouraged Him To Make Netflix’s One Piece...
- 4/4/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
The live-action One Piece series on Netflix has been an absolute smash hit! It brought the iconic Straw Hat Crew from the anime and manga to life on screen, and fans went wild for it. At this year’s WonderCon, the One Piece editor Eric Litman gave some behind-the-scenes insights during the Scene Breakdown Panel hosted by Victoria Male.
He touched on the challenges of adapting such a beloved source material from the original manga by Eiichiro Oda for live-action.
Mackenyu as Zoro (Credits: Netflix)
For those unfamiliar, One Piece is the first time this extremely popular manga series has been adapted into a live-action format.
How Does One Piece Editor Eric Litman Reflect on Mackenyu’s Acting?
In an interview, Eric Litman admitted he wasn’t a diehard fan of the series before the project, however, he was still well aware of popular characters like Luffy and Zoro.
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He touched on the challenges of adapting such a beloved source material from the original manga by Eiichiro Oda for live-action.
Mackenyu as Zoro (Credits: Netflix)
For those unfamiliar, One Piece is the first time this extremely popular manga series has been adapted into a live-action format.
How Does One Piece Editor Eric Litman Reflect on Mackenyu’s Acting?
In an interview, Eric Litman admitted he wasn’t a diehard fan of the series before the project, however, he was still well aware of popular characters like Luffy and Zoro.
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- 4/3/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
Netflix’s One Piece series was one of the rare anime adaptations that was welcomed by fans. The original manga series by Eiichiro Oda was already a sensation among fans and Netflix took on a bold risk to present an episodic live-action adaptation of the series. The series stayed at the top of the Netflix charts upon release and became a huge success.
The Straw Hat Pirates in season 1 of Netflix’s One Piece
A second season is in development and fans are looking forward to more adventures with Monkey D. Luffy, and his team in search of the One Piece. Jacob Romero, who plays Usopp in the series recently answered some fan questions about season 2. Romero jokingly made some bold claims about his character and the ultimate question of what One Piece is.
Jacob Romero Cheekily Gives A Fake Spoiler About One Piece Season 2
Jacob Romero’s performance as...
The Straw Hat Pirates in season 1 of Netflix’s One Piece
A second season is in development and fans are looking forward to more adventures with Monkey D. Luffy, and his team in search of the One Piece. Jacob Romero, who plays Usopp in the series recently answered some fan questions about season 2. Romero jokingly made some bold claims about his character and the ultimate question of what One Piece is.
Jacob Romero Cheekily Gives A Fake Spoiler About One Piece Season 2
Jacob Romero’s performance as...
- 4/2/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Tired of waiting for a transponder snail to bring you the latest on One PIECESeason 2? We’ve got you covered.
In a special video last September, Eiichiro Oda shared with fans how delighted he was that “people around the world have been enjoying the show.” He added that two weeks after the launch, he “received some great news” that Netflix had decided to renew the show for a second season. “The adventures of Iñaki and the live-action Straw Hats will continue onward!”
So while you wait for the return of your favorite Straw Hats, here’s everything we know so far about One Piece Season 2.
The franchise follows young pirate Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) as he sails across the seas with his Straw Hats gang — swordsman Roronoa Zoro (Mackenyu), cartographer Nami (Emily Rudd), storyteller Usopp (Jacob Romero), and chef Sanji (Taz Skylar). Luffy dreams of becoming the King...
In a special video last September, Eiichiro Oda shared with fans how delighted he was that “people around the world have been enjoying the show.” He added that two weeks after the launch, he “received some great news” that Netflix had decided to renew the show for a second season. “The adventures of Iñaki and the live-action Straw Hats will continue onward!”
So while you wait for the return of your favorite Straw Hats, here’s everything we know so far about One Piece Season 2.
The franchise follows young pirate Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) as he sails across the seas with his Straw Hats gang — swordsman Roronoa Zoro (Mackenyu), cartographer Nami (Emily Rudd), storyteller Usopp (Jacob Romero), and chef Sanji (Taz Skylar). Luffy dreams of becoming the King...
- 4/1/2024
- by Tara Bitran
- Tudum - Netflix
One Piece has a lot of unique powers but some of the most terrifying ones can even kill a Straw Hat with ease.
The series has introduced us to the revolutionary power system of devil fruits. These are fruit shaped objects, when consumed, grant powers to a person.
One Piece had many innovational devil fruit powers such as Luffy’s Gum Gum Fruit, Kaidou’s Fish Fish Fruit, Law’s Op Op Fruit, and many more. Each has unique powers and provides destructive strength to their particular users. Some of these Devil Fruits have the power to potentially obliterate one of the strongest pirates in the series with absolute ease.
But many of them didn’t get a chance to gain a spotlight despite being respectably powerful, such as Black Maria.
Black Maria and her Devil Fruit: Spider Spider Fruit Black Maria
In the Wano arc of One Piece, when...
The series has introduced us to the revolutionary power system of devil fruits. These are fruit shaped objects, when consumed, grant powers to a person.
One Piece had many innovational devil fruit powers such as Luffy’s Gum Gum Fruit, Kaidou’s Fish Fish Fruit, Law’s Op Op Fruit, and many more. Each has unique powers and provides destructive strength to their particular users. Some of these Devil Fruits have the power to potentially obliterate one of the strongest pirates in the series with absolute ease.
But many of them didn’t get a chance to gain a spotlight despite being respectably powerful, such as Black Maria.
Black Maria and her Devil Fruit: Spider Spider Fruit Black Maria
In the Wano arc of One Piece, when...
- 3/29/2024
- by Archak
- FandomWire
Out in the wild ocean, you’ve got to be tough to make it through. Take it from One Piece actor Iñaki Godoy, who had to deal with some truly harsh stuff, both on the water and throughout everyday life. The 20-year-old partially became like Monkey D. Luffy, confronting a wide range of insane difficulties during his intense training adrift.
Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece Live-Action
From insane waves to the worst stuff ever, he showed us how guts and never giving up can get you through even the toughest times.
Iñaki Godoy’s Crash Course Experience Navigating Life At Sea
Iñaki Godoy confronted some real extreme difficulties during his time at sea, kind of like what Monkey D. Luffy goes through.
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Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece Live-Action
From insane waves to the worst stuff ever, he showed us how guts and never giving up can get you through even the toughest times.
Iñaki Godoy’s Crash Course Experience Navigating Life At Sea
Iñaki Godoy confronted some real extreme difficulties during his time at sea, kind of like what Monkey D. Luffy goes through.
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- 3/29/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire
Exclusive: M88 has signed actor, stand up-comedian, and entrepreneur Desi Banks for representation.
Currently on his cross-country “Purpose Chaser” theatre tour, which follows a 50-city tour in 2022, Banks has toured with the likes of Mike Epps, Deray Davis, Kountry Wayne, Gary Owens, Lavell Crawford, and more. A content creator who has thus far produced over 3,500 original videos, he boasts a following of over 15M fans across various social media platforms.
After being publicly praised by Kevin Hart as a “next great” talent, Banks was brought on board for a cameo in a Hartbeat-produced Super Bowl ’23 commercial for DraftKings. Other heavy hitters with whom he’s worked include Ludacris and 21 Savage.
As an actor, Banks has appeared in major motion pictures such as Will Packer’s Little starring Issa Rae and Regina Hall; the Terry J. Vaughn-produced and directed Merry WishMas; and 2017’s Love by Chance. He also landed a...
Currently on his cross-country “Purpose Chaser” theatre tour, which follows a 50-city tour in 2022, Banks has toured with the likes of Mike Epps, Deray Davis, Kountry Wayne, Gary Owens, Lavell Crawford, and more. A content creator who has thus far produced over 3,500 original videos, he boasts a following of over 15M fans across various social media platforms.
After being publicly praised by Kevin Hart as a “next great” talent, Banks was brought on board for a cameo in a Hartbeat-produced Super Bowl ’23 commercial for DraftKings. Other heavy hitters with whom he’s worked include Ludacris and 21 Savage.
As an actor, Banks has appeared in major motion pictures such as Will Packer’s Little starring Issa Rae and Regina Hall; the Terry J. Vaughn-produced and directed Merry WishMas; and 2017’s Love by Chance. He also landed a...
- 3/28/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
The animated show Teen Titans was a classic that introduced a whole new generation to the eponymous group of superheroes from DC Comics. Created by Glen Murakami, the show aired from 2003 to 2009, spanning five seasons and multiple spinoffs and movies. The show has been regarded as a classic among other DC animated media such as Batman: The Animated Series.
The show was known for its treatment of Robin as a solo hero rather than a sidekick to Batman, its anime-inspired tone, and its mature treatment of the characters. One of the major changes that Murakami made with the show was to not give any secret identities to the superheroes as he wanted children to identify with their characteristics rather than their identities.
Why Didn’t The Teen Titans Have Any Secret Identities? A still from Teen Titans
While hardcore DC fans were aware of the Teen Titans, the characters only...
The show was known for its treatment of Robin as a solo hero rather than a sidekick to Batman, its anime-inspired tone, and its mature treatment of the characters. One of the major changes that Murakami made with the show was to not give any secret identities to the superheroes as he wanted children to identify with their characteristics rather than their identities.
Why Didn’t The Teen Titans Have Any Secret Identities? A still from Teen Titans
While hardcore DC fans were aware of the Teen Titans, the characters only...
- 3/28/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
The Lost Episode: Almost No Fan Has Seen This Secret Teen Titans Episode That’s Just 10 Minutes Long
Teen Titans, featuring the young group of DC superheroes is one of the most popular Cartoon Network animated series. The show was very different from the classical critically acclaimed DC animated shows we have seen before. The perfect blend of humor and rich story featured a story very different from the Batman and the Superman series that came before.
Interestingly, the Cartoon Network series had a secret episode titled The Lost Episode, which is not even known to a lot of the fans. The episode was nearly 12 minutes long and was a special episode made for a promotional campaign.
Cartoon Network’s Teen Titans
What is the Teen Titans‘ The Lost Episode about?
According to Teen Titans Wiki, the approximately 12-minute-long special episode, The Lost Episode was released for a promotional campaign. Surprisingly, it also skipped a TV release and was shown on the Postopia website before being included as...
Interestingly, the Cartoon Network series had a secret episode titled The Lost Episode, which is not even known to a lot of the fans. The episode was nearly 12 minutes long and was a special episode made for a promotional campaign.
Cartoon Network’s Teen Titans
What is the Teen Titans‘ The Lost Episode about?
According to Teen Titans Wiki, the approximately 12-minute-long special episode, The Lost Episode was released for a promotional campaign. Surprisingly, it also skipped a TV release and was shown on the Postopia website before being included as...
- 3/28/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
With Teen Titans finally set to get the big screen treatment, it’s only right to assume that the upcoming film will take a page out of the 2003 show. Released during the peak of the Dcau on Cartoon Network, Teen Titans would eventually transcend the medium, becoming the best-animated show to ever hit the network.
And while fans will hope the upcoming live-action adaptation will take major inspiration from the show, its influences shouldn’t be limited to this adaptation alone. Considering the animation department is set to be a major driving force for the new universe, James Gunn and co. have the perfect template in Teen Titans to push the medium to new heights.
Dcu Should Take a Page Out of Teen Titans’ Production
Teen Titans | Cartoon Network
Since its debut in 2003, Teen Titans has remained one of the best parts of the Dcau, which is saying a lot.
And while fans will hope the upcoming live-action adaptation will take major inspiration from the show, its influences shouldn’t be limited to this adaptation alone. Considering the animation department is set to be a major driving force for the new universe, James Gunn and co. have the perfect template in Teen Titans to push the medium to new heights.
Dcu Should Take a Page Out of Teen Titans’ Production
Teen Titans | Cartoon Network
Since its debut in 2003, Teen Titans has remained one of the best parts of the Dcau, which is saying a lot.
- 3/28/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
After winning hearts through manga and anime, One Piece once again had fans’ complete attention in its hold with its most recent live-action adaptation. Not only were the action, storyline, and sets adapted truly immaculately from the source material, but even the actors cast for the respective characters fit so perfectly that fans couldn’t help but commend the series’ creators.
Netflix’s One Piece live-action series.
That being said, there are still quite a few prominent characters from the saga who are yet to be adapted into live-action, like Whitebeard and a few others. And since they would be ostensibly making their live-action debut soon, we have compiled a list of all the Hollywood actors who could play 5 of the most major characters remaining to be cast. Read on!
5 Hollywood Actors Who Could Be Perfect For One Piece Live-Action
Following the end of season 1 of the series, there are...
Netflix’s One Piece live-action series.
That being said, there are still quite a few prominent characters from the saga who are yet to be adapted into live-action, like Whitebeard and a few others. And since they would be ostensibly making their live-action debut soon, we have compiled a list of all the Hollywood actors who could play 5 of the most major characters remaining to be cast. Read on!
5 Hollywood Actors Who Could Be Perfect For One Piece Live-Action
Following the end of season 1 of the series, there are...
- 3/24/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
It has been almost a year since Netflix dropped the One Piece live-action series and the world is indeed waiting for more. With Emily Rudd portraying the role of Nami alongside Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy, fans often praised their brother-sister dynamic.
In an interview, Emily Rudd talked about how she spent time with the cast members to prepare for her role. The actress further revealed some memories with Godoy that totally felt like a real-life Nami talking about Monkey D. Luffy!
Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece
Emily Rudd Became the Real-Life Nami For Iñaki Godoy’s Luffy!
Back when the series had not aired yet, Emily Rudd talked about her on-screen character of Nami. In an interview with Decider, Rudd talked about her experience while shooting the Netflix series. Stating that she had a lot of fun, the actress stated that she read the...
In an interview, Emily Rudd talked about how she spent time with the cast members to prepare for her role. The actress further revealed some memories with Godoy that totally felt like a real-life Nami talking about Monkey D. Luffy!
Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece
Emily Rudd Became the Real-Life Nami For Iñaki Godoy’s Luffy!
Back when the series had not aired yet, Emily Rudd talked about her on-screen character of Nami. In an interview with Decider, Rudd talked about her experience while shooting the Netflix series. Stating that she had a lot of fun, the actress stated that she read the...
- 3/24/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Upon his debut as the face of Netflix’s live-action One Piece series, Iñaki Godoy impressed everyone with his portrayal of Monkey D. Luffy, the amiable and upbeat leader of the Straw Hat Pirates and a highly recognizable manga and anime character. Despite his extensive experience as a star in Telemundo’s series La querida del Centauro and Netflix’s The Imperfects, the young actor was still relatively unknown.
Nevertheless, it is inspiring to see a 20-year-old succeed to this extent (he presently has over 2.5 million Instagram followers). The fantasy adventure series, which was based on the well-known Japanese manga series, made the Mexican actor extremely popular among youths.
Iñaki Godoy in One Piece
Any actor, though, is aware that a single role does not define a career. Though Godoy is appreciative of the chance to bring Luffy to life, he is aware that he is capable of so much more.
Nevertheless, it is inspiring to see a 20-year-old succeed to this extent (he presently has over 2.5 million Instagram followers). The fantasy adventure series, which was based on the well-known Japanese manga series, made the Mexican actor extremely popular among youths.
Iñaki Godoy in One Piece
Any actor, though, is aware that a single role does not define a career. Though Godoy is appreciative of the chance to bring Luffy to life, he is aware that he is capable of so much more.
- 3/24/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
The One Piece live-action series is what has finally helped fans regain confidence in the fact that anime and manga franchises can be successfully adapted into live televised series and movies.
Furthermore, a major part of the series’ success is played by none other than the cast itself, and in the case of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece, he found the perfect actor to play the role of Luffy. We are talking about Iñaki Godoy, a Mexican actor who plays the lead role in the series and has revealed via Teenvogue how he prepared for the role.
Inaki Godoy plays the role of Monkey D. Luffy | A still from the series Iñaki Godoy Reveals How He Prepared For His Role As Luffy In The One Piece Live-Action Series
In the aforementioned interview, Inaki Godoy revealed how he was not even expecting to land the role at first, as he believed...
Furthermore, a major part of the series’ success is played by none other than the cast itself, and in the case of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece, he found the perfect actor to play the role of Luffy. We are talking about Iñaki Godoy, a Mexican actor who plays the lead role in the series and has revealed via Teenvogue how he prepared for the role.
Inaki Godoy plays the role of Monkey D. Luffy | A still from the series Iñaki Godoy Reveals How He Prepared For His Role As Luffy In The One Piece Live-Action Series
In the aforementioned interview, Inaki Godoy revealed how he was not even expecting to land the role at first, as he believed...
- 3/23/2024
- by Aaditya Chugh
- FandomWire
In 2023, Hollywood woke up to the charm of young Mexican actor Iñaki Godoy who played the role of Monkey D. Luffy in the Netflix live action series, One Piece. Based on the popular Japanese manga series, the fantasy adventure show saw Godoy become a huge rage with teenagers and young adults all over the world.
Iñaki Godoy in One Piece
The star who was known for appearing predominantly in Mexican movies, became an overnight sensation following the huge success of the show. With his fan base becoming bigger everyday, the actor spoke about the effects of stardom and why he believed that being relatable and accessible to fans was his preferred Mo.
Iñaki Godoy Has A Realistic Approach To Fame
As the young pirate captain of the Straw Hat Pirates leading a quest for a coveted treasure, Iñaki Godoy’s performance as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece became a huge favorite with manga fans.
Iñaki Godoy in One Piece
The star who was known for appearing predominantly in Mexican movies, became an overnight sensation following the huge success of the show. With his fan base becoming bigger everyday, the actor spoke about the effects of stardom and why he believed that being relatable and accessible to fans was his preferred Mo.
Iñaki Godoy Has A Realistic Approach To Fame
As the young pirate captain of the Straw Hat Pirates leading a quest for a coveted treasure, Iñaki Godoy’s performance as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece became a huge favorite with manga fans.
- 3/23/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Since the beginning of the Egghead Island arc, fan theories have been popping up from every corner to fill up the mystery gaps in One Piece. Eiichiro Oda has provided the fans with several revelations, including the entire journey of Bartholomew Kuma, but it is never enough for them. They always want more.
The entire world seems to be involved during the ongoing arc, with every crucial pirate crew having something or the other to do. Since the Blackbeard pirates were seen to fulfill a specific mission on the futuristic island, speculation has started surrounding Marshall D. Teach’s third Devil Fruit. He has a Paramecia and a Logia type, and the fans have deduced the person from whom he is going to steal the Zoan-type Devil Fruit.
Blackbeard’s Next Target Could Be A Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teech
Marshall D. Teach’s journey has been pretty unique.
The entire world seems to be involved during the ongoing arc, with every crucial pirate crew having something or the other to do. Since the Blackbeard pirates were seen to fulfill a specific mission on the futuristic island, speculation has started surrounding Marshall D. Teach’s third Devil Fruit. He has a Paramecia and a Logia type, and the fans have deduced the person from whom he is going to steal the Zoan-type Devil Fruit.
Blackbeard’s Next Target Could Be A Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teech
Marshall D. Teach’s journey has been pretty unique.
- 3/22/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Fresh off the Max debut of The Girls on the Bus, on which he serves as story editor, Tawal Panyacosit has signed with M88 for representation.
Created by Amy Chozick and Julie Plec, the political drama tells the story of four female journalists who follow the every move of a parade of flawed presidential candidates, finding friendship, love, and a scandal that could take down not just the presidency, but our entire democracy, along the way. The first two episodes of the series, starring Melissa Benoist, Carla Gugino, and more, which is produced by Berlanti Productions, premiered on March 14.
Panyacosit’s other writing credits include showrunners Julie Plec and Marguerite MacIntyre’s Vampire Academy for Peacock, and Life After First Failure for CW Seed, which is a series that he co-created, co-developed and co-executive produced. As a diehard genre geek with a penchant for anything magical, mystical, mythological, and/or musical,...
Created by Amy Chozick and Julie Plec, the political drama tells the story of four female journalists who follow the every move of a parade of flawed presidential candidates, finding friendship, love, and a scandal that could take down not just the presidency, but our entire democracy, along the way. The first two episodes of the series, starring Melissa Benoist, Carla Gugino, and more, which is produced by Berlanti Productions, premiered on March 14.
Panyacosit’s other writing credits include showrunners Julie Plec and Marguerite MacIntyre’s Vampire Academy for Peacock, and Life After First Failure for CW Seed, which is a series that he co-created, co-developed and co-executive produced. As a diehard genre geek with a penchant for anything magical, mystical, mythological, and/or musical,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix’s One Piece Live Action has become a massive hit after a couple of weeks of its release. Initially, fans thought it would turn out to be a failure, considering Netflix’s failed venture in the live adaptations of anime. But with Eiichiro Oda’s involvement, the executives had no margin for error, and watching season one’s massive success, Netflix renewed it for another season.
Monkey D. Luffy’s journey to become the King of the Pirates is more difficult than it sounds. He needs to acquire a few loyal allies who would aid them in his journey. On top of that, he cannot fulfill his dream on an empty stomach. For that, he recruited Vinsmoke Sanji to be his crew’s chef. Like the anime, the actors in the live-action are very good friends in real life.
Sanji and Luffy are Training Together for the Upcoming Season...
Monkey D. Luffy’s journey to become the King of the Pirates is more difficult than it sounds. He needs to acquire a few loyal allies who would aid them in his journey. On top of that, he cannot fulfill his dream on an empty stomach. For that, he recruited Vinsmoke Sanji to be his crew’s chef. Like the anime, the actors in the live-action are very good friends in real life.
Sanji and Luffy are Training Together for the Upcoming Season...
- 3/18/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
As soon as it was announced that DC Studios would be doing a Teen Titans film, fans took to the internet to talk about who they wanted to see play their beloved teen superheroes in live-action. Speculations have been running wild as to who would join James Gunn and Peter Safran’s newly minted Dcu, and there is one casting fans think is too perfect to gloss over.
Jenna Ortega in Wednesday
Jenna Ortega played the role of Wednesday Addams perfectly, which has led a lot of fans to speculate that she would be the perfect cast for Raven, the resident sorcerer of the Teen Titans. Fans have flooded social media with comments as to what the actress would be the perfect choice for Raven, making their case aggressively.
Fans wish to see Jenna Ortega as Raven in the new Dcu
Raven, as she appears in Teen Titans
The Dcu is shaping up pretty well,...
Jenna Ortega in Wednesday
Jenna Ortega played the role of Wednesday Addams perfectly, which has led a lot of fans to speculate that she would be the perfect cast for Raven, the resident sorcerer of the Teen Titans. Fans have flooded social media with comments as to what the actress would be the perfect choice for Raven, making their case aggressively.
Fans wish to see Jenna Ortega as Raven in the new Dcu
Raven, as she appears in Teen Titans
The Dcu is shaping up pretty well,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Mangaka Eiichiro Oda sensei has a way of hiding easter eggs as minor trolls in One Piece, which later turns out to be of much greater significance than what the readers expect. And in this very manner, he just may have hidden signs here and there about who could succeed and carry on Bartholomew Kuma’s legacy in the saga.
Eiichiro Oda sensei’s One Piece Universe
While some might expect Monkey D. Luffy or Jewelry Bonney, the former Warlord of the Sea’s adoptive daughter, to be his perfect heirs, one recent fan theory implores otherwise. In fact, with an ocean of hints mentioned here and there in the previous chapters of the manga further backing up this theory, it just might be proven true over time.
Warning: May Contain Spoilers For One Piece Manga Ahead!
One Piece Theory: Kuma’s Successor Could Very Justifiably Be Carrot!
In the...
Eiichiro Oda sensei’s One Piece Universe
While some might expect Monkey D. Luffy or Jewelry Bonney, the former Warlord of the Sea’s adoptive daughter, to be his perfect heirs, one recent fan theory implores otherwise. In fact, with an ocean of hints mentioned here and there in the previous chapters of the manga further backing up this theory, it just might be proven true over time.
Warning: May Contain Spoilers For One Piece Manga Ahead!
One Piece Theory: Kuma’s Successor Could Very Justifiably Be Carrot!
In the...
- 3/16/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
While One Piece will be keeping Iñaki Godoy busy for probably the next decade, that didn’t stop DC fandom from fan-casting him into another perfect role. Godoy could easily play Beast Boy, one of the founding members of the Teen Titans. While many fans could connect the actor’s persona with One Piece‘s Luffy, the charming actor could also convince his audience as a shape-changing teen titan. However, one major problem could prevent this fan-casting from becoming a reality.
Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece Live-Action
If Beast Boy were to become a part of James Gunn’s new Dcu, the character may not have a major arc in the universe. However, Iñaki Godoy is already a star playing Luffy, and any downgrade from that will be a gross injustice to his star power.
Fans Cast One Piece‘s Iñaki Godoy As Beast Boy In...
Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece Live-Action
If Beast Boy were to become a part of James Gunn’s new Dcu, the character may not have a major arc in the universe. However, Iñaki Godoy is already a star playing Luffy, and any downgrade from that will be a gross injustice to his star power.
Fans Cast One Piece‘s Iñaki Godoy As Beast Boy In...
- 3/16/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
2023 was a great year for One Piece. Not only did the series achieve success in the anime, manga, and live-action formats, but it also announced a new remake produced by Netflix and created by Wit Studios. The One Piece franchise is on a roll right now, as fans are waiting to hear exciting news about the remake, the second season of live-action, and the conclusion of the first arc of the finale saga.
Strawhat Pirates in One Piece
It is truly groundbreaking to learn that one of Japan’s top animation studios, Wit Studio, will be taking on the task of bringing the critically acclaimed “The One Piece” to life for both current and upcoming audiences. It should be mentioned that the anime remake will only be available on Netflix since they will be handling the distribution.
As Netflix is handling the remake of One Piece and the live-action adaptation,...
Strawhat Pirates in One Piece
It is truly groundbreaking to learn that one of Japan’s top animation studios, Wit Studio, will be taking on the task of bringing the critically acclaimed “The One Piece” to life for both current and upcoming audiences. It should be mentioned that the anime remake will only be available on Netflix since they will be handling the distribution.
As Netflix is handling the remake of One Piece and the live-action adaptation,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece is literally one of the best ever created. A major reason behind this is that the cast of the superhit series actually understand each other as much in real life as much as they do onscreen. Like, for one, the relationship Emily Rudd and Iñaki Godoy share onscreen and offscreen is indeed incredible.
Netflix’s One Piece live-action
That being said, Rudd thinks of herself as the Monkey D. Luffy actor’s guardian in the critically acclaimed live-action show, for reasons one too many, as she revealed herself. But that isn’t the only thing admirable about them: the relationship the duo share in real life is somewhat similar and equally adorable, if not more!
Emily Rudd Considers Herself Iñaki Godoy’s Guardian: Both Onscreen and Offscreen! Nami, Luffy, and Zoro in One Piece
Both onscreen in the series and offscreen in real life,...
Netflix’s One Piece live-action
That being said, Rudd thinks of herself as the Monkey D. Luffy actor’s guardian in the critically acclaimed live-action show, for reasons one too many, as she revealed herself. But that isn’t the only thing admirable about them: the relationship the duo share in real life is somewhat similar and equally adorable, if not more!
Emily Rudd Considers Herself Iñaki Godoy’s Guardian: Both Onscreen and Offscreen! Nami, Luffy, and Zoro in One Piece
Both onscreen in the series and offscreen in real life,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece last year was the only thing everyone was talking about when it came out last year. The adaptation was finally able to showcase what it should truly be like when a fan-favorite anime or a manga series gets adapted into a live movie or series.
However, it seems like there are some people more talented than even Netflix’s own hired editors, and one of them is Jalex Rosa. Rosa is a content creator known for creating cosplays and live-action anime scenes that break all the limits and have gone viral on the internet for his latest Luffy Gear 5 adaptation.
Luffy Gear 5 | One Piece YouTuber Recreates One Piece Luffy Gear 5 In Live-Action Adaptation
As mentioned before, Jalex Rosa is a renowned content creator known for breaking every single limitation when it comes to curating special visual effects that bring anime characters to life.
However, it seems like there are some people more talented than even Netflix’s own hired editors, and one of them is Jalex Rosa. Rosa is a content creator known for creating cosplays and live-action anime scenes that break all the limits and have gone viral on the internet for his latest Luffy Gear 5 adaptation.
Luffy Gear 5 | One Piece YouTuber Recreates One Piece Luffy Gear 5 In Live-Action Adaptation
As mentioned before, Jalex Rosa is a renowned content creator known for breaking every single limitation when it comes to curating special visual effects that bring anime characters to life.
- 3/11/2024
- by Aaditya Chugh
- FandomWire
Since making his film debut in 1979, one of Japan’s most inventive filmmakers, Hayao Miyazaki, has gained significant recognition. He had a major influence on the animation industry after founding Studio Ghibli in 1985, and he was just nominated for an Oscar in the animated feature category for his film The Boy and the Heron.
The Boy and the Heron (2023)
In 2003, he won a competitive Oscar for Best Animated Movie for his film Spirited Away. The Boy and the Heron just made history as the first non-English and anime film to win the Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film.
The Boy and the Heron is widely regarded as one of Miyazaki’s best works, receiving praise from both fans and reviewers and winning awards in a variety of categories. However, Studio Ghibli had a lot of issues in creating the masterpiece and they even put the fate of the movie...
The Boy and the Heron (2023)
In 2003, he won a competitive Oscar for Best Animated Movie for his film Spirited Away. The Boy and the Heron just made history as the first non-English and anime film to win the Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film.
The Boy and the Heron is widely regarded as one of Miyazaki’s best works, receiving praise from both fans and reviewers and winning awards in a variety of categories. However, Studio Ghibli had a lot of issues in creating the masterpiece and they even put the fate of the movie...
- 3/11/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Iñaki Godoy, the real-life Monkey D. Luffy from the One Piece Live-Action adaptation, has earned the respect and love of every One Piece fan by portraying the future King of the Pirates exactly how he is shown in the anime and manga. Fans were quite happy with Godoy’s performance and loved the series as well.
Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece Live-Action
Godoy’s portrayal of Luffy was so on point that even Eiichiro Oda, the creator of the One Piece anime and manga series appreciated him and even stated that he was the perfect individual to play the role of goofy and carefree Luffy. This is truly a big achievement for Godoy, and now fans are eagerly waiting to see how he performs in the second season.
The One Piece live-action actor recently shared his experience about how much he loved the role of Luffy...
Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece Live-Action
Godoy’s portrayal of Luffy was so on point that even Eiichiro Oda, the creator of the One Piece anime and manga series appreciated him and even stated that he was the perfect individual to play the role of goofy and carefree Luffy. This is truly a big achievement for Godoy, and now fans are eagerly waiting to see how he performs in the second season.
The One Piece live-action actor recently shared his experience about how much he loved the role of Luffy...
- 3/10/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
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