Netflix is expanding its One Piece franchise beyond the live-action series, and its LEGO-inspired animated special is already attracting a global audience. Released on September 29, 2026, LEGO One Piece has reportedly accumulated 3.8 million views and reached No. 5 on Netflix’s worldwide English-language TV chart.
The two-part special retells events from Netflix’s live-action adaptation through LEGO animation, bringing a playful approach to Eiichiro Oda’s pirate adventure. Its performance gives Netflix another way to keep the franchise in the spotlight while viewers wait for the next live-action season.
The timing also matters. One Piece Season 2 arrived earlier in 2026, while Season 3 is in production and expected to return in 2027. Rather than relying solely on the live-action series, Netflix is using connected projects to keep the Straw Hat Pirates’ adventures accessible between seasons.
HOW LEGO ONE PIECE RETELLS THE LIVE-ACTION ADVENTURE
Unlike a direct adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s manga or the long-running anime, LEGO One Piece specifically revisits Netflix’s live-action continuity. Its two episodes recount the Straw Hats’ journey from the East Blue toward the Grand Line, with Usopp serving as the narrator.
According to Netflix Tudum, Usopp tells the story to Tony Tony Chopper, exaggerating the crew’s exploits through his famously unreliable storytelling. This setup lets the special recreate familiar scenes while adding LEGO-style slapstick, visual gags, and playful changes to the characters’ adventures.
The format could appeal to younger viewers who want an accessible introduction to the Straw Hat Pirates. Longtime fans can also enjoy the references to the live-action series, along with the comedic reinterpretation of memorable moments.
NETFLIX IS BUILDING A WIDER ONE PIECE FRANCHISE
The special is part of Netflix’s broader strategy to expand One Piece across multiple formats. The live-action series became a major hit after its 2023 debut, while Season 2 continued the Straw Hats’ journey in 2026. Netflix has also announced THE ONE PIECE, a separate animated adaptation of the original manga.
Season 3 of the live-action series, officially titled ONE PIECE: The Battle of Alabasta, is scheduled to arrive in 2027. It will adapt the Alabasta storyline, bringing the Straw Hats into a conflict involving Princess Vivi and her homeland, according to Netflix’s official announcement.
These projects give Netflix different ways to reach viewers. The live-action series offers a large-scale adventure, the LEGO special emphasizes comedy, and the upcoming anime remake provides another route into Oda’s original story.
The reported success of LEGO One Piece suggests that the franchise can attract attention even between live-action seasons. For Netflix, the challenge is turning that interest into lasting engagement across its growing collection of One Piece projects.
| Started | October 22, 1997 |
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| Publisher | Shueisha |
| Author | Eiichiro Oda |
