Netflix’s live-action series “One Piece” recruits the first villains for season 2

Filming for season 2 of One Piece has not yet begun, but a new horde of pirates has already arrived that Luffy and co. must hunt down.

Given the success of the live-action One Piece film, it was no surprise that Netflix was quick to renew the series for a second season. Not much has been revealed about season 2, but Netflix had big news to share today: the first new cast members have been announced, so everyone can get their first look at the Baroque Agents. Joining the cast for season 2 are David Dastmalchian (Ant Man, Late Night With the Devil) as Mr. 3, Camrus Johnson (Batwoman) as Mr. 5, Daniel Lesker (Raised by Wolves) as Mr. 9, and Jazzara Jaslyn (Warrior) as Miss Valentine.

I don’t want to give too much away, but the Baroque Agents in the original series are a crime syndicate looking to conquer the kingdom of Arabasta, so the casting of these characters is a clear indication of where the Straw Hats are going next. As you can probably tell from the naming convention, a number of other numbered Baroque Agents will also be making an appearance, with their boss yet to be revealed, so you’ll have to wait for more casting news on that front.

Manga creator Eiichiro Oda has previously said that Tony Tony Chopper will be introduced in season 2, and co-showrunner Matt Owens has also noted that Dr. Kureha will play a big role as well. However, there’s no indication yet as to when everyone can expect season 2, and with casting obviously still ongoing, we probably won’t see anything more until 2025 at the earliest. That’s okay, though, because Netflix is ​​also developing a new One Piece anime that picks up right at the beginning of the series, so you can look forward to that as well.