Netflix knows that it has a very challenging task with One Piece. Even though the platform took a leap by adapting one of the most seemingly unadaptable animes —or so we thought until the trailer—, the work is far from finished with the filming. Now comes the most complex part: convincing fans that it’s worth watching.
But how are they winning over One Piece fans? Well, beyond making it clear that Eiichiro Oda, the author of the series, is involved in this adaptation and nothing moves forward without his final approval —which would explain why it took six years to produce this first season—, Netflix had an ace up its sleeve: the series’ protagonists.
The trick behind One Piece’s live action
Despite the mixed reactions the trailer has generated, there is something on which everyone seems to agree: the cast is sensational. It’s not just that the chosen actors have the same character as their anime counterparts, but also the camaraderie they convey is reminiscent of the Straw Hat crew’s bond.
This has led many who had doubts about the adaptation to feel hope and excitement upon witnessing the harmony among the actors. They come across as incredibly likable, adorable, and genuinely good people, making it difficult to root for the live-action to fail.
As evidence, here are two videos that clearly demonstrate this:
The good thing is that fans have already noticed it… and what is becoming very clear is that it works wonders.
Iñaki must be protected at all costs 🥹 🥹 pic.twitter.com/GXwljnb4fy
— Streamberry US (@netflix) June 18, 2023
Desde que inicio la producción subía videos a Instagram y tiktok de cómo se llevaba con el resto del cast , mi favorito fue cuando Jacob vino a México a visitarlo y el le dió todo un tour XD pic.twitter.com/Blff16lZCN
— Alejandro (@Hylianomx) June 20, 2023
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