The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has annouced the live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece manga with 11 nominations at the 2024 Children’s & Family Emmys. The Netflix series has been recognized in the following categories:
- Outstanding Young Teen Series
- Children’s Personality (Ian McShane)
- Music Direction and Composition for a Live-Action Program
- Original Song for a Children’s or Young Teen Program
- Cinematography for a Single Camera Live Action Program
- Visual Effects for a Live-Action Program
- Casting for a Live Action Program
- Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design for a Single Camera Program
- Costume Design/Styling
- Hairstyling and Makeup
- Stunt Coordination for a Live Action Program
This recognition highlights the series’ exceptional production quality and creative efforts in bringing the One Piece world to life for fans of all ages.
One Piece Live-Action Series: A Look Back
The first season of One Piece live-action debuted on Netflix in August 2023, captivating audiences with its faithful manga adaptation. The eight-episode season initially planned for ten episodes has been a major success.
What’s Next for One Piece Season 2?
Netflix has confirmed the second season of the live-action series, with creator Eiichiro Oda revealing that it will cover the story up to the Drum Island arc. This includes arcs like Loguetown, Reverse Mountain, Twin Cape, Whiskey Peak, Little Garden, and Drum Island.
The second season introduces Joe Tracz (Percy Jackson and the Olympians) as a writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner, joining first-season co-showrunner Matt Owens. Steve Maeda, who co-led the first season, will continue as an executive producer. Production for the new season is already underway, with Deadline reporting an expected release date in 2025
A Bold Step for One Piece Fans
The live-action One Piece continues to make waves in the entertainment world, proving that manga adaptations can be a massive success when handled with care and creativity. Fans eagerly await Season 2 to see how the beloved story evolves on screen.
Source – The Emmy’s
