Netflix has unveiled its list of the most-watched titles in the second half of 2023, and leading the pack is none other than the first season of One Piece live-action series, which garnered 71.6 million views in four months.
Checkout the entire list below:
RankTitleAvailable Globally?Release DateHours ViewedViews1.One Piece: Season 1Yes2023-08-31541,900,00071,600,0002.Dear Child: Limited Series // Liebes Kind: MiniserieYes2023-09-07252,800,00052,500,0003.Who is Erin Carter?: Limited SeriesYes2023-08-24286,200,00050,100,0004.Lupin: Part 3Yes2023-10-05274,300,00049,700,0005.The Witcher: Season 3Yes2023-06-29363,800,00047,900,0006.Sex Education: Season 4Yes2023-09-21374,700,00046,300,0007.Beckham: Limited SeriesYes2023-10-04208,500,00043,900,0008.CoComelon: Season 8Yes2023-04-1040,100,00037,600,0009.Virgin River: Season 5Yes2023-09-07331,400,00035,800,00010.The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 2Yes2023-07-06292,300,00035,700,00011.Painkiller: Limited SeriesYes2023-08-10171,400,00034,400,00012.All the Light We Cannot See: Limited SeriesYes2023-11-02129,900,00033,900,00013.My Life With the Walter Boys: Season 1Yes2023-12-07254,300,00033,400,00014.King the Land: Limited Series // 킹더랜드: 리미티드 시리즈Yes2023-06-17630,200,00033,200,00015.Squid Game:...
Checkout the entire list below:
RankTitleAvailable Globally?Release DateHours ViewedViews1.One Piece: Season 1Yes2023-08-31541,900,00071,600,0002.Dear Child: Limited Series // Liebes Kind: MiniserieYes2023-09-07252,800,00052,500,0003.Who is Erin Carter?: Limited SeriesYes2023-08-24286,200,00050,100,0004.Lupin: Part 3Yes2023-10-05274,300,00049,700,0005.The Witcher: Season 3Yes2023-06-29363,800,00047,900,0006.Sex Education: Season 4Yes2023-09-21374,700,00046,300,0007.Beckham: Limited SeriesYes2023-10-04208,500,00043,900,0008.CoComelon: Season 8Yes2023-04-1040,100,00037,600,0009.Virgin River: Season 5Yes2023-09-07331,400,00035,800,00010.The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 2Yes2023-07-06292,300,00035,700,00011.Painkiller: Limited SeriesYes2023-08-10171,400,00034,400,00012.All the Light We Cannot See: Limited SeriesYes2023-11-02129,900,00033,900,00013.My Life With the Walter Boys: Season 1Yes2023-12-07254,300,00033,400,00014.King the Land: Limited Series // 킹더랜드: 리미티드 시리즈Yes2023-06-17630,200,00033,200,00015.Squid Game:...
- 5/24/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Anton, the European production, financing and sales group behind “Greenland,” is set to ramp up its output following a significant injection of funds.
The company — which was the first to bring institutional slate funding to European production — has secured more than Euros100 million ($109 million) in new financing through a group of institutional investors, led by funds and accounts managed by BlackRock. The new financing will allow Anton to expand its feature film and television series development and production slate as it embarks on a significant phase of growth.
Led by founder and CEO Sébastien Raybaud, Anton now plans to produce 10 features per year, focussing on large-scale commercial European English-language projects in the genre space for a global audience. The company is currently in production on “Greenland 2,” starring Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin and the sequel to 2020 survival thriller hit.
“We have an amazing development and production team in place focused on creating high quality,...
The company — which was the first to bring institutional slate funding to European production — has secured more than Euros100 million ($109 million) in new financing through a group of institutional investors, led by funds and accounts managed by BlackRock. The new financing will allow Anton to expand its feature film and television series development and production slate as it embarks on a significant phase of growth.
Led by founder and CEO Sébastien Raybaud, Anton now plans to produce 10 features per year, focussing on large-scale commercial European English-language projects in the genre space for a global audience. The company is currently in production on “Greenland 2,” starring Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin and the sequel to 2020 survival thriller hit.
“We have an amazing development and production team in place focused on creating high quality,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety Film + TV
Anton, a European studio that has backed titles including Paddington and His Dark Materials, has raised €100M ($108M) in financing through investors led by funds and accounts managed by BlackRock.
UK-based Anton unveiled the raise during the Cannes Film Festival and said it would enable the company to support “large-scale commercial European English-language projects.”
Anton pointed to genre projects, including action, horror, and sci-fi, as areas of interest. The studio is currently backing Greenland 2, starring Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin.
Anton CEO Sébastien Raybaud said: “Partnering and working with the very best A-list cast and top-tier filmmakers, our goal is to produce films and series across all commercial genres on a global scale.”
Anton will remain under the control of management following the deal with BlackRock, one of the world’s largest asset managers.
Established in 2011, Anton’s current slate includes Claude Barras’ animated feature Savages, which will premiere in Cannes,...
UK-based Anton unveiled the raise during the Cannes Film Festival and said it would enable the company to support “large-scale commercial European English-language projects.”
Anton pointed to genre projects, including action, horror, and sci-fi, as areas of interest. The studio is currently backing Greenland 2, starring Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin.
Anton CEO Sébastien Raybaud said: “Partnering and working with the very best A-list cast and top-tier filmmakers, our goal is to produce films and series across all commercial genres on a global scale.”
Anton will remain under the control of management following the deal with BlackRock, one of the world’s largest asset managers.
Established in 2011, Anton’s current slate includes Claude Barras’ animated feature Savages, which will premiere in Cannes,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
In a recent interview with Serieously at the Paris Fan Festival, Taz Skylar, the actor who portrayed Sanji in One Piece live-action series, revealed an anecdote involving the creator Eiichiro Oda, where he personally designed a One Piece tattoo for him.
During the interview, Skylar recounted a dinner with Oda in Japan, where he expressed his desire to get a One Piece themed tattoo. However, he felt overwhelmed by the vast options within the universe.
It was then Taz asked Oda if he could design something specific for the cast. To his delight, Oda graciously agreed and crafted a unique tattoo design specifically for him and his fellow cast members.
“When we went to have dinner with Oda in Japan, I wanted to get a One Piece tattoo for a while. There’s so much to choose from that I’m like what’s the thing? Like what is the...
During the interview, Skylar recounted a dinner with Oda in Japan, where he expressed his desire to get a One Piece themed tattoo. However, he felt overwhelmed by the vast options within the universe.
It was then Taz asked Oda if he could design something specific for the cast. To his delight, Oda graciously agreed and crafted a unique tattoo design specifically for him and his fellow cast members.
“When we went to have dinner with Oda in Japan, I wanted to get a One Piece tattoo for a while. There’s so much to choose from that I’m like what’s the thing? Like what is the...
- 5/20/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
If becoming King of the Pirates were easy, then every pirate in One PIECEwould be following in the notorious Gold Roger’s footsteps right now. To truly rule over the East Blue and find Gold Roger’s treasure, the One Piece, you have to be willing to face obstacles, including your fellow pirates — not to mention Marines.
That’s why Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) has won the hearts of his Straw Hats crew — swordsman Roronoa Zoro (Mackenyu), navigator Nami (Emily Rudd), marksman Usopp (Jacob Romero) and chef Sanji (Taz Skylar) — and fans of Eiichiro Oda’s pirate manga series the world over. Luffy’s resilience and determination to realize his and his friends’ dreams have inspired fans to follow him as well.
But along the way on the Straw Hats’ journey to the Grand Line, they encounter a number of adversaries — outlaws and otherwise — who try to come between...
That’s why Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) has won the hearts of his Straw Hats crew — swordsman Roronoa Zoro (Mackenyu), navigator Nami (Emily Rudd), marksman Usopp (Jacob Romero) and chef Sanji (Taz Skylar) — and fans of Eiichiro Oda’s pirate manga series the world over. Luffy’s resilience and determination to realize his and his friends’ dreams have inspired fans to follow him as well.
But along the way on the Straw Hats’ journey to the Grand Line, they encounter a number of adversaries — outlaws and otherwise — who try to come between...
- 5/13/2024
- by Tara Bitran
- Tudum - Netflix
Writer-director S. Craig Zahler (“Bone Tomahawk”) is set to reunite with his “Dragged Across Concrete” and “Brawl in Cell Block 99” star Vince Vaughn and Oscar winner Adrien Brody (“The Pianist”) for upcoming crime thriller “The Bookie & the Bruiser.”
Anton will introduce the film to international distributors at the upcoming Marche du Film in Cannes. UTA Independent Film Group and Range Media Partners arranged the financing and will be representing the North American distribution rights.
Set in 1959 New York, “The Bookie & the Bruiser” follows a pensive, Jewish fellow named Rivner and an oversized Italian-American tough named Boscolo from the Lower East Side, both of whom served overseas during WWII and returned changed men who no longer fit inside the lives they’d left behind. Uninterested in taking orders from bosses or playing by the rules of polite society, the two friends partner up as a bookmaker and an enforcer and...
Anton will introduce the film to international distributors at the upcoming Marche du Film in Cannes. UTA Independent Film Group and Range Media Partners arranged the financing and will be representing the North American distribution rights.
Set in 1959 New York, “The Bookie & the Bruiser” follows a pensive, Jewish fellow named Rivner and an oversized Italian-American tough named Boscolo from the Lower East Side, both of whom served overseas during WWII and returned changed men who no longer fit inside the lives they’d left behind. Uninterested in taking orders from bosses or playing by the rules of polite society, the two friends partner up as a bookmaker and an enforcer and...
- 5/8/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety Film + TV
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
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’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
The live-action adaptation of the extremely popular anime, One Piece, managed to live up to the fans’ expectations, something which is quite rare these days. With just the first season out right now, the series stands at a score of 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, whereas the audience score for the film is 95%. Needless to say, both fans and critics were more than pleased with the outcome of Matt Owens and Steven Maeda’s hard work.
Netflix’s One Piece
However, while everything seems to be right on point with the adaptation, it looks like fans have one complaint – the wigs. From Emily Rudd’s Nami to Chioma Umeala’s Nojiko, fans cannot begin to comprehend what went wrong with the wigs department over at Netflix and some even wonder if the streaming platform’s star series Stranger Things took up the entire budget of the streamer had for wigs.
Fans Complaint...
Netflix’s One Piece
However, while everything seems to be right on point with the adaptation, it looks like fans have one complaint – the wigs. From Emily Rudd’s Nami to Chioma Umeala’s Nojiko, fans cannot begin to comprehend what went wrong with the wigs department over at Netflix and some even wonder if the streaming platform’s star series Stranger Things took up the entire budget of the streamer had for wigs.
Fans Complaint...
- 4/23/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
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
The actors from the One Piece live-action series joined the 2024 Weebcon Texas panel, and fans are having the time of their lives reviewing the clips. Jacob Romero Gibson (Usopp), Emily Rudd (Nami), Taz Skylar (Sanji), and Steven John Ward (Mihawk) answered several fan-submitted questions and talked about their experiences on set.
Their answers to one question in particular made fans laugh out loud. Why? Because the actors accidentally reveal that they are the best picks for the characters they play.
What is the favorite One Piece arc of the live-action stars? Sanji in One Piece’s live action (Credits: Netflix)
As soon as the One Piece live-action cast was asked about their favorite arcs in the Weebcon Texas 2024 panel, Emily Rudd answered, “Water 7, Enies Lobby,” without a single second of delay. The response received many cheers from fans, so Gibson decided to copy the answer and hype fans even more.
Their answers to one question in particular made fans laugh out loud. Why? Because the actors accidentally reveal that they are the best picks for the characters they play.
What is the favorite One Piece arc of the live-action stars? Sanji in One Piece’s live action (Credits: Netflix)
As soon as the One Piece live-action cast was asked about their favorite arcs in the Weebcon Texas 2024 panel, Emily Rudd answered, “Water 7, Enies Lobby,” without a single second of delay. The response received many cheers from fans, so Gibson decided to copy the answer and hype fans even more.
- 4/12/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
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
The first season of One Piece was a huge success with a lot of positive reviews from all over the world. As the first season has covered the East Blue saga of the franchise, Netflix is set to bring the Arabasta saga to live-action with the release of the second season.
This also means that the fans will get to see their beloved One Piece characters like Captain Smoker and Crocodile in action. However, one of the most important and anticipated additions in the next season is going to be our next Straw Hat, Nico Robin.
Sanji in One Piece’s live-action (Credits: Netflix)
Furthermore, Vinsmoke Sanji is known for his hopeless romantic actions. Even though his stated objective is to find the All Blue in the Grand Line, his romantic hobby well outshines culinary ones.
Who Does Sanji Love More in One Piece Nami or Robin?
In WeebCon Texas 2024,...
This also means that the fans will get to see their beloved One Piece characters like Captain Smoker and Crocodile in action. However, one of the most important and anticipated additions in the next season is going to be our next Straw Hat, Nico Robin.
Sanji in One Piece’s live-action (Credits: Netflix)
Furthermore, Vinsmoke Sanji is known for his hopeless romantic actions. Even though his stated objective is to find the All Blue in the Grand Line, his romantic hobby well outshines culinary ones.
Who Does Sanji Love More in One Piece Nami or Robin?
In WeebCon Texas 2024,...
- 4/6/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- 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
Jacob Romero starred in the TV series Greenleaf, which aired from 2019 to 2020. He played the role of Aj Delajae in 15 episodes of the series. However, he did not gain prominence as an actor until he starred as the braggart marksman, Usopp.
Romero, best known for his performance in the Netflix series One Piece, has recently given a sneak peek into the show’s second season. By answering fan queries and giving potential Season 2 spoilers, the actor gave an insight into quite a few things.
Romero along with his One Piece castmates enthralled the audiences with the live-action series. In a video for Netflix released on YouTube on Usopp’s birthday, Romero gave a sneak peek of the much-anticipated Season 2.
Jacob Romero Gave a Sneak Peek into One Piece Season 2
Jacob Romero | Source: bookofjacob on Instagram
On the occasion of Usopp’s birthday on April 1, a video was uploaded on the Still Watching Netflix channel.
Romero, best known for his performance in the Netflix series One Piece, has recently given a sneak peek into the show’s second season. By answering fan queries and giving potential Season 2 spoilers, the actor gave an insight into quite a few things.
Romero along with his One Piece castmates enthralled the audiences with the live-action series. In a video for Netflix released on YouTube on Usopp’s birthday, Romero gave a sneak peek of the much-anticipated Season 2.
Jacob Romero Gave a Sneak Peek into One Piece Season 2
Jacob Romero | Source: bookofjacob on Instagram
On the occasion of Usopp’s birthday on April 1, a video was uploaded on the Still Watching Netflix channel.
- 4/2/2024
- by Ankita
- 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
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
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
Recent manga leaks suggest Sanji’s final opponent might be one of the Five Elders and could be hiding the All Blue. One Piece chapter 1110 spoilers revealed the devil forms of the Five Elders, and Sanji’s arch nemesis may have been determined right from the start.
Sanji joined Luffy’s crew to find a body of water called the All Blue, which contains all types of fish. Recent developments in the series revealed that the Gorosei might be hiding in this area somewhere on the Grand Line.
Sanji And The All Blue
Sanji from One Piece
Each member of the Strawhat Pirates has a unique dream they work towards. Luffy, the captain, aims to find the One Piece and become the Pirate King. The chef Sanji desires to discover the All Blue – a legendary sea with various fish from the four seas.
Suggested“I really went psychotic on it...
Sanji joined Luffy’s crew to find a body of water called the All Blue, which contains all types of fish. Recent developments in the series revealed that the Gorosei might be hiding in this area somewhere on the Grand Line.
Sanji And The All Blue
Sanji from One Piece
Each member of the Strawhat Pirates has a unique dream they work towards. Luffy, the captain, aims to find the One Piece and become the Pirate King. The chef Sanji desires to discover the All Blue – a legendary sea with various fish from the four seas.
Suggested“I really went psychotic on it...
- 3/19/2024
- by Archak
- FandomWire
Taz Skylar, the actor who played Vinsmoke Sanji in One Piece live-action season one has recently been getting a lot of love and appreciation from One Piece and anime fans as the actor is preparing extensively for his character in the second season. He has been posting his progress on Instagram and fans are encouraging him.
Taz Skylar as Sanji
His performance in season 1 was one of the best portrayals as he fit perfectly for the character of the cook of the Straw Hat Pirates. He not only looked the part, but he even performed his stunts and prepared for it physically which was a big thing for him as he had little experience in terms of combat and stunts.
However, there was one stunt in the One Piece live-action series season 1 that Skylar considered to be the most difficult stunt and because of that, it was almost removed from the series.
Taz Skylar as Sanji
His performance in season 1 was one of the best portrayals as he fit perfectly for the character of the cook of the Straw Hat Pirates. He not only looked the part, but he even performed his stunts and prepared for it physically which was a big thing for him as he had little experience in terms of combat and stunts.
However, there was one stunt in the One Piece live-action series season 1 that Skylar considered to be the most difficult stunt and because of that, it was almost removed from the series.
- 3/19/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Marshall D. Teach is unique in that no other individual in the universe of One Piece can keep two Devil Fruits at once. However, a new standard theory goes further and proposes a possibility that the third fruit powers Blackbeard—a Mythical Zoan. Thus, the Viking Viking fruit offers him his sea monster prowess. This would deepen the world of One Piece and firmly entrench Blackbeard in the context of Norse mythology with the earlier-mentioned maritime lore.
The Mythical Zoan Type: A Gateway to Legendary Beasts Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach
The other is scarce and influential, said to allow the user to transform into a mythical creature with fearsome abilities. More than anything else, the thematic wealth brought forth through One Piece can hardly be ignored because Blackbeard would own the third Devil Fruit in this category. If Blackbeard’s third Devil Fruit allows him to become a creature of legend,...
The Mythical Zoan Type: A Gateway to Legendary Beasts Blackbeard – Marshall D. Teach
The other is scarce and influential, said to allow the user to transform into a mythical creature with fearsome abilities. More than anything else, the thematic wealth brought forth through One Piece can hardly be ignored because Blackbeard would own the third Devil Fruit in this category. If Blackbeard’s third Devil Fruit allows him to become a creature of legend,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Archak
- FandomWire
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
Taz Skylar, the actor who played Sanji in the first season of One Piece, a live-action series by Netflix, has proved his worth as the character in the series. He not only portrayed Sanji’s fighting style perfectly, but he also became an excellent cook, which became an additional benefit to Skylar and the One Piece live-action series.
Taz Skylar in One Piece as Sanji
One Piece fans are now eagerly waiting for the second season of the One Piece live-action adaptation to drop so that they can once again see their favorite actors portray their favorite characters. Since then, the Sanji actor has been training a lot to make sure he portrays Sanji perfectly this time, too.
However, there is one thing that the One Piece fans and the creators of the series did not know about the actor. Skylar hid a secret from the One Piece crew that...
Taz Skylar in One Piece as Sanji
One Piece fans are now eagerly waiting for the second season of the One Piece live-action adaptation to drop so that they can once again see their favorite actors portray their favorite characters. Since then, the Sanji actor has been training a lot to make sure he portrays Sanji perfectly this time, too.
However, there is one thing that the One Piece fans and the creators of the series did not know about the actor. Skylar hid a secret from the One Piece crew that...
- 3/18/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Taz Skylar, also known as Sanji in the Netflix live-action adaptation of One Piece, portrayed an animated character flawlessly on screen. The character, known for being calm and composed, has captivated millions worldwide. For his wit and mystery in the manga, people love this character. But how did Taz Skylar manage to resonate with the character before he knew who Sanji was?
Taz Skylar as Sanji
Netflix’s One Piece was released back on August 31, last year. It is based on Eiichiro Oda’s best-selling manga and one of the best Shōnen series ever created, One Piece. The series delves into the first 100 chapters of the manga and covers the adventures of the Straw Hats, led by Monkey D. Luffy as captain.
SUGGESTEDSanji’s Original Voice Actor Loved the One Piece Live Action So Much that He Introduced Himself as Taz Skylar
In an interview, Skylar spoke about the initial...
Taz Skylar as Sanji
Netflix’s One Piece was released back on August 31, last year. It is based on Eiichiro Oda’s best-selling manga and one of the best Shōnen series ever created, One Piece. The series delves into the first 100 chapters of the manga and covers the adventures of the Straw Hats, led by Monkey D. Luffy as captain.
SUGGESTEDSanji’s Original Voice Actor Loved the One Piece Live Action So Much that He Introduced Himself as Taz Skylar
In an interview, Skylar spoke about the initial...
- 3/13/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
Netflix’s One Piece Live Action’s popularity has reached worldwide, and fans are eagerly waiting for the second season, which has already been announced by the producers. Initially, the fans were skeptical about the series, especially after watching how the previous live actions have failed miserably. However, they did not lose hope since Eiichiro Oda was involved with the project.
Before the series was released, the promotion phase saw the cast of the Straw Hats giving interviews and hosting questionnaires regarding the upcoming series and the anime. During one such interview, Emily Rudd, live-action Nami, was asked presently who the strongest member of the Straw Hat is. Her answer left the entire One Piece fandom in awe, and they could not help but appreciate her ‘Nami-ness.’
The Entire One Piece Fandom Is Emily Rudd’s Fan Emily Rudd (Credit: IMDb)
Emily Rudd is an avid One Piece fan. She...
Before the series was released, the promotion phase saw the cast of the Straw Hats giving interviews and hosting questionnaires regarding the upcoming series and the anime. During one such interview, Emily Rudd, live-action Nami, was asked presently who the strongest member of the Straw Hat is. Her answer left the entire One Piece fandom in awe, and they could not help but appreciate her ‘Nami-ness.’
The Entire One Piece Fandom Is Emily Rudd’s Fan Emily Rudd (Credit: IMDb)
Emily Rudd is an avid One Piece fan. She...
- 3/13/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Fans believe there is another upcoming star in Hollywood, who was given his first major break by Netflix, through One Piece Live Action. He played the role of Monkey D. Luffy and nailed it to perfection. The actor is none Iñaki Godoy. Even though One Piece Live Action was released five to six months back, he is still a darling to the fans.
Netflix has always promoted new faces and helped them get their first break. Several actors and actresses became popular worldwide after working with Netflix. The first name that comes to mind is Millie Bobby Brown. She starred in Netflix’s Stranger Things and went on to become one of the upcoming stars in Hollywood.
Iñaki Godoy’s Popularity Has Skyrocketed Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy (Source: Netflix)
Through Netflix’s One Piece Live Action, Iñaki Godoy has earned his spotlight, and his popularity has been on the rise.
Netflix has always promoted new faces and helped them get their first break. Several actors and actresses became popular worldwide after working with Netflix. The first name that comes to mind is Millie Bobby Brown. She starred in Netflix’s Stranger Things and went on to become one of the upcoming stars in Hollywood.
Iñaki Godoy’s Popularity Has Skyrocketed Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy (Source: Netflix)
Through Netflix’s One Piece Live Action, Iñaki Godoy has earned his spotlight, and his popularity has been on the rise.
- 3/6/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Avatar: The Last Airbender by Netflix is making huge waves as another successful live-action series by the media platform. The series has adapted the American animated fantasy action television series perfectly as the original Avatar fans have accepted the series as the best live-action adaptation ever made.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
The storyline of the show revolves around twelve-year-old Aang, who is the last living member of his nation, the Air Nomads, and has been an avatar. He travels with friends Katara, Sokka, and Toph to stop the Fire Nation’s conflict with other nations and stop Fire Lord Ozai from taking over the entire world. The Netflix series is the replication of the original only in a live-action style.
In the live-action adaptation by Netflix, the character of Aang was played by Gordon Cormier who is a Canadian teen actor. The actor few months ago posted a bunch of...
Avatar: The Last Airbender
The storyline of the show revolves around twelve-year-old Aang, who is the last living member of his nation, the Air Nomads, and has been an avatar. He travels with friends Katara, Sokka, and Toph to stop the Fire Nation’s conflict with other nations and stop Fire Lord Ozai from taking over the entire world. The Netflix series is the replication of the original only in a live-action style.
In the live-action adaptation by Netflix, the character of Aang was played by Gordon Cormier who is a Canadian teen actor. The actor few months ago posted a bunch of...
- 3/5/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda is one of the greatest mangakas, as his magnum opus, One Piece has sold 523.2 million, and has been running strong for more than two decades. As of now, the manga has entered its final saga. The artist has become a source of inspiration and an idol for countless people around the world, as he is esteemed for being immensely committed to his work.
One Piece
Needless to say, Oda-san is extremely passionate about his work. However, Mackenyu recently shared an intriguing incident on how he made friends with Eiichiro Oda over a card game. However, the actor shared how the artist texted him, and fans could not believe it as they laughed at Oda’s text because it looked as if a character from One Piece had texted the star.
Eiichiro Oda’s Hilarious Text To Mackenyu
Eiichiro Oda started writing manga at the age of 17. He was...
One Piece
Needless to say, Oda-san is extremely passionate about his work. However, Mackenyu recently shared an intriguing incident on how he made friends with Eiichiro Oda over a card game. However, the actor shared how the artist texted him, and fans could not believe it as they laughed at Oda’s text because it looked as if a character from One Piece had texted the star.
Eiichiro Oda’s Hilarious Text To Mackenyu
Eiichiro Oda started writing manga at the age of 17. He was...
- 3/5/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The One Piece Live Action fever is still very much active, even after half a year of its release. The cast got worldwide recognition and reached the heights of popularity. One of the reasons for the series’ success was Eiichiro Oda, who was present with the production team. He handpicked the actors who were to bring his magnum opus to the live screen.
Season one concluded with the Straw Hats heading for Loguetown. Over the shooting days, the cast bonded and has been going on interviews together. Recently, during an interview, Iñaki Godoy and Taz Skylar were seen together. While the conversation was going on between reel-life Luffy and Sanji, they gave out spoilers about the Whole Cake Island arc, which the series watcher will find hard to relate to.
Real Life Sanji Is Ready For Whole Cake Island Taz Skylar as Sanji (Source: Netflix)
During an interview, Iñaki Godoy...
Season one concluded with the Straw Hats heading for Loguetown. Over the shooting days, the cast bonded and has been going on interviews together. Recently, during an interview, Iñaki Godoy and Taz Skylar were seen together. While the conversation was going on between reel-life Luffy and Sanji, they gave out spoilers about the Whole Cake Island arc, which the series watcher will find hard to relate to.
Real Life Sanji Is Ready For Whole Cake Island Taz Skylar as Sanji (Source: Netflix)
During an interview, Iñaki Godoy...
- 3/4/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
After the disaster that was M. Night Shyamalan‘s adaptation of Nickelodeon’s brilliant animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender. Netflix is here with another adaptation and the hopes for this one are kind of high because the last Netflix live-action adaptation of One Piece was loved by new and existing fans of the IP. Avatar: The Last Airbender follows the adventures of a young boy named Aang, who is the world’s only hope to defeat the tyrannical Fire Nation. To do that he has to master all of the elements and in this adventure, he is helped by Katara and Zukko. While, Netflix’s live-action adaptation is not a direct adaptation of the animated series, as it is much more of a dramatic and visual feast than the comedic animated adventure like the animated series. The fans seem to love the live-action adaptation, and if you also loved...
- 2/22/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Taz Skylar, also known as Sanji in the Netflix live-action adaptation of One Piece, recently spilled the beans on the rigorous routine needed to portray an animated character flawlessly on screen. The first season, which premiered back in August, skyrocketed to fame, becoming one of those rare cases where fans actually adore the live-action rendition of one of the world’s most popular and beloved anime series. Now, as the second season gears up for its return, the actor is letting the audience steal a glimpse into how it all comes to life.
Taz Skylar as Sanji
Sanji’s Challenging Training Process Revealed by One Piece Actor Taz Skylar!
Mastering one’s own stunts will always remain an exhilarating task for actors, particularly when bringing to life an anime persona. At the Middle East Film & Comic Con, the actor behind Sanji in Netflix’s live-action One Piece, Taz Skylar revealed...
Taz Skylar as Sanji
Sanji’s Challenging Training Process Revealed by One Piece Actor Taz Skylar!
Mastering one’s own stunts will always remain an exhilarating task for actors, particularly when bringing to life an anime persona. At the Middle East Film & Comic Con, the actor behind Sanji in Netflix’s live-action One Piece, Taz Skylar revealed...
- 2/16/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Production has wrapped on Anton and Qwerty Films production Cleaner, starring Daisy Ridley, Clive Owen and Taz Skylar and directed by UK-based director Martin Campbell.
The action thriller is set-in present-day London. A group of radical activists take over an energy company’s annual gala, seizing 300 hostages in order to expose the corruption of the hosts. Their just cause is hijacked by an extremist within their ranks, who is ready to murder everyone in the building to send his anarchic message to the world. It falls to an ex-soldier turned window cleaner, played by Ridley (pictured), to save those trapped inside.
The action thriller is set-in present-day London. A group of radical activists take over an energy company’s annual gala, seizing 300 hostages in order to expose the corruption of the hosts. Their just cause is hijacked by an extremist within their ranks, who is ready to murder everyone in the building to send his anarchic message to the world. It falls to an ex-soldier turned window cleaner, played by Ridley (pictured), to save those trapped inside.
- 2/16/2024
- ScreenDaily
Gassed Up is released in cinemas across the UK today – and to mark the occasion we had the pleasure in speaking to three of its leading stars; Stephen Odubola, Mae Muller & Taz Skylar.
The latter was also a co-writer of the film as he discussed the film’s genesis and inspiration, while the actors spoke positively about their experience on set, especially important for Muller in what is her first major role. Odubola also speaks about the rap scene in the film, and we ask all three about shooting on location in South London, and whether they consumed any Morley’s. Finally, we couldn’t let this opportunity pass without asking Eurovision star Muller on her thoughts about Olly Alexander flying the British flag this Summer…
Watch the full interview with Odubola, Muller & Skylar here:
Synopsis
Set in London, the film follows a group of young men in a moped gang,...
The latter was also a co-writer of the film as he discussed the film’s genesis and inspiration, while the actors spoke positively about their experience on set, especially important for Muller in what is her first major role. Odubola also speaks about the rap scene in the film, and we ask all three about shooting on location in South London, and whether they consumed any Morley’s. Finally, we couldn’t let this opportunity pass without asking Eurovision star Muller on her thoughts about Olly Alexander flying the British flag this Summer…
Watch the full interview with Odubola, Muller & Skylar here:
Synopsis
Set in London, the film follows a group of young men in a moped gang,...
- 2/9/2024
- by Stefan Pape
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
This London crime drama steers clear of the usual cliches thanks to a strong cast and some dynamic direction from George Amponsah
Here is a solidly made high-energy London crime drama, which skirts around the Sumotherhood cliches … just about. A moped gang is making money and having toxic fun stealing smartphones and wallets out of people’s hands – then they escalate to robbing jewellery shops, with calamitous results. It’s co-written by Taz Skylar, who plays one of the robbers, and directed by George Amponsah, who in 2015 made the important documentary The Hard Stop about the Mark Duggan case.
Stephen Odubola plays Ash, a basically decent young guy with a talent for riding and maintaining bikes, but drawn into the phone-jacking business due to an absent dad; he also has to provide for his kid sister Jas (a nice performance from Rawdat Quadri) and save money for rehab treatment for his addicted mum,...
Here is a solidly made high-energy London crime drama, which skirts around the Sumotherhood cliches … just about. A moped gang is making money and having toxic fun stealing smartphones and wallets out of people’s hands – then they escalate to robbing jewellery shops, with calamitous results. It’s co-written by Taz Skylar, who plays one of the robbers, and directed by George Amponsah, who in 2015 made the important documentary The Hard Stop about the Mark Duggan case.
Stephen Odubola plays Ash, a basically decent young guy with a talent for riding and maintaining bikes, but drawn into the phone-jacking business due to an absent dad; he also has to provide for his kid sister Jas (a nice performance from Rawdat Quadri) and save money for rehab treatment for his addicted mum,...
- 2/8/2024
- by Peter Bradshaw
- The Guardian - Film News
A snapshot of the film and high-end TV projects shooting in the UK and Ireland.
Screen reveals a snapshot of the latest high-end TV and film productions shooting in the UK for the big studios and streamers. Productions on hold due to the SAG-AFTRA strike are only noted once confirmed. Please contact us here to add or update changes to the following or new productions taking place in the UK.
Films
Deadpool 3
The third instalment in the comedic superhero franchise, this time joined by Wolverine.
Dir: Shawn Levy
Production company: Marvel Studios
Where: Pinewood Studios
When: May - July,...
Screen reveals a snapshot of the latest high-end TV and film productions shooting in the UK for the big studios and streamers. Productions on hold due to the SAG-AFTRA strike are only noted once confirmed. Please contact us here to add or update changes to the following or new productions taking place in the UK.
Films
Deadpool 3
The third instalment in the comedic superhero franchise, this time joined by Wolverine.
Dir: Shawn Levy
Production company: Marvel Studios
Where: Pinewood Studios
When: May - July,...
- 11/24/2023
- by Screen staff¬Ellie Calnan
- ScreenDaily
Anya Chalotra of The Witcher, Chloe Cherry of Euphoria, and Ralph Ineson of The Witch star in the dark comedy Two Neighbors, which was able to secure a SAG interim agreement to film while the actors strike was still going on and wrapped production back in September. Although the story is set in New York, filming took place in the UK.
Marking the feature directorial debut of “multi-disciplinary artist” Ondine Viñao, who has exhibited video projects in the US and abroad, Two Neighbors was inspired by Aesop’s fable Avaricious and Envious. This take on the story shows what happens when Becky (Chalotra), an ambitious but struggling writer, is overcome by envy and spite when she meets Stacy (Cherry), a beautiful but insatiable socialite, at a lavish party hosted by Stacy’s father at their country estate. The evening descends slowly into chaos, and the girls’ lives are forever transformed...
Marking the feature directorial debut of “multi-disciplinary artist” Ondine Viñao, who has exhibited video projects in the US and abroad, Two Neighbors was inspired by Aesop’s fable Avaricious and Envious. This take on the story shows what happens when Becky (Chalotra), an ambitious but struggling writer, is overcome by envy and spite when she meets Stacy (Cherry), a beautiful but insatiable socialite, at a lavish party hosted by Stacy’s father at their country estate. The evening descends slowly into chaos, and the girls’ lives are forever transformed...
- 11/9/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Anya Chalotra (The Witcher), Chloe Cherry (Euphoria) and Ralph Ineson (The Green Knight) are set to lead the ensemble cast of indie feature Two Neighbors from debut feature director Ondine Viñao. The project has received a SAG-AFTRA Interim Agreement.
Joining Chalotra, Cherry and Ineson in the feature, that wrapped late September in the UK, are William Hope (Aliens), Samuel Anderson (Doctor Who), Jake Simmance, Ivy Freeman-Attwood (The Ending), Taz Skylar (One Piece), Joseph Millson (Casino Royale), Zoe Telford (Genius), Laura Arnaiz (Silent Witness), Charles Hagerty (Black Mirror) and Jessie-Ann Kohlman (Dream Scenario).
Co-written by Viñao and Jordan Johnson, Two Neighbors, a dark comedy set in New York, is inspired by Aesop’s fable Avaricious and Envious. Becky (Chalotra), an ambitious but struggling writer, is overcome by envy and spite when she meets Stacy (Cherry), a beautiful but insatiable socialite, at a lavish...
Joining Chalotra, Cherry and Ineson in the feature, that wrapped late September in the UK, are William Hope (Aliens), Samuel Anderson (Doctor Who), Jake Simmance, Ivy Freeman-Attwood (The Ending), Taz Skylar (One Piece), Joseph Millson (Casino Royale), Zoe Telford (Genius), Laura Arnaiz (Silent Witness), Charles Hagerty (Black Mirror) and Jessie-Ann Kohlman (Dream Scenario).
Co-written by Viñao and Jordan Johnson, Two Neighbors, a dark comedy set in New York, is inspired by Aesop’s fable Avaricious and Envious. Becky (Chalotra), an ambitious but struggling writer, is overcome by envy and spite when she meets Stacy (Cherry), a beautiful but insatiable socialite, at a lavish...
- 11/8/2023
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
UK director George Amponsah’s thriller Gassed Up has won the London Film Festival (Lff) Audience Award for Best Feature in the 67th edition running from October 4 to 15, as the event also posts record participation.
Further Audiences Award winners, which were announced on Monday, went to The Taste of Mango for Best Documentary, Festival of Slaps for Best British Film/Work and Murals for Best Immersive Work/Xr.
Amponsah’s London-set thriller stars Stephen Odubola as a member of a moped street crime gang, who gets on the wrong side of an Albanian crime family.
Archie Maddocks co-wrote the screenplay with One Piece breakout Taz Skylar, who also appears in the film, with other cast including including Steve Toussaint (House Of The Dragon) and Tobias Jowett, soon to be seen in Nick Hamm’s upcoming epic William Tell.
The thriller marks Amponsah’s first fiction feature...
Further Audiences Award winners, which were announced on Monday, went to The Taste of Mango for Best Documentary, Festival of Slaps for Best British Film/Work and Murals for Best Immersive Work/Xr.
Amponsah’s London-set thriller stars Stephen Odubola as a member of a moped street crime gang, who gets on the wrong side of an Albanian crime family.
Archie Maddocks co-wrote the screenplay with One Piece breakout Taz Skylar, who also appears in the film, with other cast including including Steve Toussaint (House Of The Dragon) and Tobias Jowett, soon to be seen in Nick Hamm’s upcoming epic William Tell.
The thriller marks Amponsah’s first fiction feature...
- 10/30/2023
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
It goes without saying that Taz Skylar is all the rage right now and it’s for good reason too. With the rising popularity of One Piece, the actor’s talent has been showcased more than ever. Full name Tarek Yassin Skylar, the London-based actor of Spanish descent truly started from the bottom and made his way to fame. Needless to say, he’s been skillfully captivating audiences with his mesmerizing performances. From the silver screen to the theater stage, Skylar’s talent has left a lasting impression on every project he’s been involved in. So, without further ado, let’s delve into the intriguing...
- 10/18/2023
- by Ima Whyte
- TVovermind.com
Exclusive: Following the massive success of his Netflix series One Piece, Taz Skylar has found his next big project as he is set to co-star opposite Daisy Ridley in Cleaner. Martin Campbell is directing. The film will shoot at the top of 2024 and falls under the British Equity act allowing it to shoot during the current SAG strike.
The timely action-thriller, set in present-day London, will see radical activists take over an energy company’s annual gala at the Shard – the tallest skyscraper in Western Europe – seizing 300 hostages in order to expose the corruption of the hosts. Their just cause is hijacked by a zealous extremist within their ranks, who is ready to murder everyone in the building to send his anarchic message to the world. It falls to an ex-soldier turned window cleaner, Joey Locke (Daisy Ridley) – suspended 90 stories up on the outside of the building – to save those...
The timely action-thriller, set in present-day London, will see radical activists take over an energy company’s annual gala at the Shard – the tallest skyscraper in Western Europe – seizing 300 hostages in order to expose the corruption of the hosts. Their just cause is hijacked by a zealous extremist within their ranks, who is ready to murder everyone in the building to send his anarchic message to the world. It falls to an ex-soldier turned window cleaner, Joey Locke (Daisy Ridley) – suspended 90 stories up on the outside of the building – to save those...
- 10/11/2023
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Vertigo Releasing has launched the trailer for the upcoming London-based youth drama ‘Gassed Up.’
Set in London, the film follows a group of young men in a moped gang, who, desperate to make ends meet, have turned to petty theft. At the centre of the story is 20-year-old Ash (Odubola) who is trying to support his younger sister and help his struggling mother. Fighting to balance his pure intentions and the allure of fast cash, he and his friends soon get drawn into the web of an Albanian crime family. He must choose between loyalty to his friends and family, and the draw of a fast, thrilling lifestyle.
Directed by George Amponsah, Stephen Odubola, Taz Skylar, Steve Toussaint, Craige Middleburg, Jelena Gavrilovic, Mohammed Mansaray, Tobias Jowett, Tomi May,
Ben Shafik, Rawdat Quadri star.
Also in trailers – Trailer drops for Hammer Films’ reimagining of ‘Doctor Jekyll’
The movie is screening at...
Set in London, the film follows a group of young men in a moped gang, who, desperate to make ends meet, have turned to petty theft. At the centre of the story is 20-year-old Ash (Odubola) who is trying to support his younger sister and help his struggling mother. Fighting to balance his pure intentions and the allure of fast cash, he and his friends soon get drawn into the web of an Albanian crime family. He must choose between loyalty to his friends and family, and the draw of a fast, thrilling lifestyle.
Directed by George Amponsah, Stephen Odubola, Taz Skylar, Steve Toussaint, Craige Middleburg, Jelena Gavrilovic, Mohammed Mansaray, Tobias Jowett, Tomi May,
Ben Shafik, Rawdat Quadri star.
Also in trailers – Trailer drops for Hammer Films’ reimagining of ‘Doctor Jekyll’
The movie is screening at...
- 10/9/2023
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
One Piece star Taz Skylar shared his excitement about the hit Netflix series being greenlit for a Season 2.
Skylar's Sanji was one of the highlights of the live-action reimagining of Eiichiro Oda's beloved anime and manga, starring as the iconic Straw Hat chef.
Following rave reviews and astounding viewership numbers, Netflix finally gave the go-ahead to showrunners Steve Maeda and Matt Owens for a second season, something the creatives already teased in the series' first batch of episodes.
Read full article on The Direct.
Skylar's Sanji was one of the highlights of the live-action reimagining of Eiichiro Oda's beloved anime and manga, starring as the iconic Straw Hat chef.
Following rave reviews and astounding viewership numbers, Netflix finally gave the go-ahead to showrunners Steve Maeda and Matt Owens for a second season, something the creatives already teased in the series' first batch of episodes.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 9/25/2023
- by Klein Felt
- The Direct
Season Two of the "One Piece" live action TV series adaptation of the manga comics series by Eiichiro Oda, starring Iñaki Godoy, Mackenyu, Emily Rudd, Jacob Romero Gibson and Taz Skylar, has been greenlit for streaming in 2024 on Netflix:
"...our journey follows the adventures of the fugitive 'Straw Hat Pirates', as they explore the dangerous oceans, lands and beyond in search of the 'One Piece'...
"...a fabled treasure that will make their captain 'The King of the Pirates'.
"But, the 'Navy' is on their ship's tail and they're not the only crew searching for the One Piece.
"Armed with skills and unbreakable friendship, the Straw Hats are ready for the journey and even more ready to fight for their dreams together..."
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"...our journey follows the adventures of the fugitive 'Straw Hat Pirates', as they explore the dangerous oceans, lands and beyond in search of the 'One Piece'...
"...a fabled treasure that will make their captain 'The King of the Pirates'.
"But, the 'Navy' is on their ship's tail and they're not the only crew searching for the One Piece.
"Armed with skills and unbreakable friendship, the Straw Hats are ready for the journey and even more ready to fight for their dreams together..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 9/17/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
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