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  • ‘One Piece’ Season 2 Starts Production as Cast Grows

    ‘One Piece’ Season 2 Starts Production as Cast Grows

    The wait is finally over, as Netflix has celebrated the production start of One Piece‘s second season with a video. They continue to understand that the selling point of this production is the cast and their dynamic, so we get a chance to see the Straw Hats unite once again to kick off their return to South Africa truly. They aren’t revealing any major details but still give fans that heartfelt return of the main cast.

    That isn’t all though, as we do continue to get some more casting announcements. It looks like we have some familiar faces returning as they’ve confirmed that other returning actors are Ilia Isorelys Paulino’s Alvida, Michael Dorman as Gold Roger, and Jeff Ward as Buggy. It makes sense given Buggy and Alvida were set up at the end of last season, but Roger’s return could lead to quite some speculation on where and how we’ll see him in the series. It would be neat to see a recurring trend for each season to open with the iconic pirate king.

    Of course, there are also some other major casting additions we’re a little late on. We finally know that Callum Kerr will play Smoker in the next season, who’ll be joined by Julia Rewald as Tashigi. Ty Keogh is playing Dalton who’ll face off against the always hilarious Wapol, played by Rob Colletti. Surprisingly, still no announcement for major players like Chopper, Nico Robin, Bon Clay, Sir Crocodile, or Mr. 1. We’ll have to see if they are keeping some news in their back pocket once production nears its end or if the series closes on its release.

    Source: Twitter, Variety

  • Giant Additions to ‘One Piece’ Season 2’s Cast

    Giant Additions to ‘One Piece’ Season 2’s Cast

    The week of One Piece continues, as it seems we can expect a lot more. As theorized yesterday, we speculated that there were quite a few hints that we’ll see more castings throughout the week. After finally uncovering some of the members of Baroque Works, mostly the characters we see early on in the journey, we already have our next revelations for what we can expect from the series.

    The latest update for Netflix’s hit series comes with two large additions and a rather important one. Clive Russell will play Crocus, a friendly man who welcomes the Straw Hats into their journey in the second season. He is joined by Dorry and Brogy actors, Werner Coetser and Brendan Murray. Their addition confirms that we’ll be visiting Little Garden.

    We don’t know how exactly they’ll adapt the iconic Alabasta arc, but if they have more casting announcements planned throughout the week, we may get a good idea what to expect. If they go throughout the whole week, we may expect the biggest castings for the franchise by the end. Holding out hope for some tease of Chopper, especially as there are still theories if he’ll be CG or a puppet but a voice actor would definitely be great to see.

    Source: Twitter

  • ‘One Piece’ Season 2 Finds its Baroque Works

    ‘One Piece’ Season 2 Finds its Baroque Works

    It’s been a long wait but since One Piece premiered last year in August, the second season is finally getting ready to enter production. With a WGA strike prolonging the wait, it seems our wait won’t be that long (hopefully) to see how they adapt one of the series’ most iconic arcs, Baroque Works or the Alabasta arc. It’s especially exciting after teasing the organization in the first season with Zoro’s introduction. We still only knew about one member of the Baroque Works but our wait has come to an end.

    One Piece has yet to showcase the big guns of the organization, but we got some of its important early episode members. there were rumors that production was set to start at the end of June. So, perhaps they are revealing some of the cast that are heading to production that is returning to South Africa.

    We get our first look at who is playing Miss Valentine (Jazzara Jaslyn), Mr. 5(Camrus Johnson), Mr. 9 (Daniel Lasker) and Mr. 3 (David Dastmalchian). Lasker played int he South African-filmed series Raised by Wolves. Johnson appeared in CW’s Batwoman while Jazzara is known for her work on Warrior. The big addition is Dastmalchian who just recently led the film Late Night With the Devil but also had roles in The Suicide Squad, Oppenheimer, the Ant-Man franchise, and more. He’s also been quite vocal about wanting to join this franchise and has a rather perfect role.

    They’ll join our returning straw hats in Iñaki Godoy, Mackenyu, Emily Rudd, Jacob Romero, and Taz Skylar. Some major castings are still open for the next season such as Vivi, Nico Robin, Bon Clay, Crocodile, and whoever will be voicing Chopper, who is confirmed to appear by manga series creator Eiichiro Oda. Perhaps we’ll get a bit more throughout the week as production gets going on the long-awaited second season.

    Source: Twitter, Variety

  • Netflix No Longer Moving Forward With ‘Power Rangers’ Series

    Netflix No Longer Moving Forward With ‘Power Rangers’ Series

    Sadly, it seems like one of my personal fan-favorite franchises is no longer moving forward. After 2 years of investment, it appears that Netflix has decided no longer to start moving forward with a new Power Rangers TV series. Jenny Klein was attached as showrunner with Jonathan Entwistle set to overview an entire “cinematic universe” for the streamer.

    Sadly, no reasons are given as to why exactly Netflix is no longer moving forward with the franchise. TVLine claims that Hasbro Entertainment is interested in taking the series into a new creative direction (heavy considering they invested two years into this vision to begin with) and is looking for a new partner.

    It should be noted that there’s no mention of Klein and Entwistle. So, we don’t know if they are still attached as part of this new creative direction. The positive aspect to this is that the franchise has a bit of a higher chance for a longer runtime given Netflix’s track record but it also opens up the question if it even finds a new home. For now, we can just keep an eye open for any updates on this cinematic universe.

    Source: TVLine

  • Disney and Warner Bros. to Release Streaming Bundle

    Disney and Warner Bros. to Release Streaming Bundle

    It was inevitable, but the time has officially arrived. Netflix has long dominated the streaming market and to remain competitive, we’re going to see the first cross-company partnership in the streaming market as Disney and Warner Bros. announce a Disney+, Hulu, and Max package. There is no exact release date outside of plans to have it available by the summer, though it’ll support ad-free and ad-supported models.

    There’s a lot of streaming services out there, which is going to continue reshape the way we view the offerings. While many still love comparing it to basic cable bundles, this was an inevitable development to push forward on their hopes to make these cost sinkers profitable. Plus, Netflix remains dominant in the market and the challenge is an open invitation to the major companies to do something to gain a higher churn rate and subscription growth.

    Disney and Warner Bros. is also quite an interesting combination given there are quite a few challenges for whatever they plan growing outside of the United States. Max isn’t available in many countries and it’s shows are available through services like Sky in some European countries. So, it’s uncertain if perhaps there are plans on how they want to grow their worldwide growth or rather this is a pure US-centric move like with Hulu.

    Source: Deadline

  • Heartfelt ‘Bluey’ Episode “The Sign” Inspired a Ryan Reynolds/Zillow Team-Up

    Heartfelt ‘Bluey’ Episode “The Sign” Inspired a Ryan Reynolds/Zillow Team-Up

    The Australian Broadcasting Company (ABC) and the BBC’s animated series, Bluey, has taken the world by storm. First debuting in Australia in 2019, the series has become wildly popular across all of Disney’s platforms, including Disney Plus. While buzz has grown that the series may be ending, a trio of new episodes recently debuted they have torn at viewer’s heart strings even more than normal.

    As seen in “Ghostbasket”, the Heeler family began the process of selling their family home. The home was indeed sold in the extended-length episode, “The Sign”, before a last-minute change of heart by the buyers gave the Heelers a chance to stay home after regretting selling the home that was central to so many memories for the cartoon canines and fans alike.

    On the heels of that episode, Ryan Reynolds‘ Maximum Effort teamed with Zillow to create a spot to remind families that “selling your home can be a pawsitive experience.” In a wonderful touch, actor Dan Brumm, who voices Bluey’s Uncle Stripe, was hired to narrate the piece, which you can watch below.

    From Zillow and Maximum Effort

    Parents everywhere have found themselves on an emotional rollercoaster after watching “The Sign”,  a moving episode of the beloved children’s series, Bluey, where the furry family of four comes close to selling their home.



    While selling your home can be an emotional experience, Zillow is here to remind you that it can actually be great.


    Bluey gets it right: moving is hard. Zillow research finds 51% of parents cry at least once while selling their home, yet 81% say their most recent move was worth it. Parents can reduce the stress (and tears) involved in a move, and Zillow has six tips that can help. 

    Manage your own stress first — Children often take on their parents’ emotions, so taking steps to reduce your stress during a move can help everyone. On Zillow, you can assemble a team of experts you trust: a top-rated lender and an agent who will work together to coordinate your sale and new purchase.


    Start early — Prepare your children for a move as early as possible. Children younger than 10 would benefit from hands-on materials to help. Use a map to show them where their new home or school will be. Look at photos online and point out their new bedroom or the tree in the backyard that’s perfect for climbing.


    Allow time for goodbyes — Set up playdates to give your child a chance to say goodbye to their friends and neighbors. Make a plan to visit favorite neighborhood spots one last time, and make a memory box to save souvenirs that remind your child of their old home, friends or neighborhood.


    Maintain connections — Help your child create a concrete way to stay connected with friends through email, text, letters or phone calls. Prior to your moving day, consider establishing a date for when you’ll come back to visit.


    Create a sense of belonging — Help your child settle into their new home by unpacking boxes in their room as soon as you can. Give them the feeling of ownership over their space by allowing them to decorate or select special furnishings they want. 


    Be consistent — Return to family routines as quickly as possible with established bedtimes, family time and mealtimes. 

    About Bluey



    Bluey is a heartwarming Australian children’s television show that follows the playful adventures of a lovable blue heeler pup named Bluey and her family. Through animated storytelling, the series captures the joy and imagination of childhood, offering a fun and educational experience for kids and families alike.

    Bluey, along with her sister Bingo and their parents Bandit and Chilli, embark on a variety of imaginative escapades that showcase the bonds of family and the power of play. From imaginative games of make-believe to outdoor adventures in their backyard, Bluey and her family navigate the ups and downs of everyday life with curiosity and creativity.

    The show’s playful attributes shine through in each episode as Bluey and her friends embark on energetic and joyful adventures. Whether they’re exploring the wonders of their surroundings, learning valuable life lessons, or simply enjoying each other’s company, Bluey and her friends always find ways to make the most of every moment.

    With its endearing characters, relatable storytelling, and heartwarming messages about friendship, family, and imagination, Bluey has become a beloved favorite among children and parents alike. Through its playful antics and heartwarming moments, the show encourages kids to embrace their creativity, cherish their relationships, and approach life with a sense of wonder and adventure.

  • ‘One Piece’ Season 2 Eyeing 2025 Release

    ‘One Piece’ Season 2 Eyeing 2025 Release

    We’ve been long waiting for an update on when the second season of One Piece will finally start production. The production has recently announced that Joe Trazc of Percy Jackson and A Series of Unfortunate Events fame has worked as an additional co-showrunner on the series. They’ve been working on the scripts for some time and are now seemingly getting ready for filming in the coming months.

    What’s on Netflix shared that production is eyeing a start in June as hinted at by Production Weekly. They will be filming in South Africa, but we might see production expand in Spain and Mexico as well. The plan seems to be to film for around six to seven months by wrapping up by the end of January of next year. That would be around the same length as the first season.

    Deadline has confirmed the June production start but also added a rather interesting addition. Season 2 seems to be eyeing a 2025 release. While the first season took quite a bit of time from its production end in August 2022 to the release a year later, they have figured out some of the trickier effects like Luffy’s stretching powers.

    Not just that, they may already have used the prep time between seasons to get some elements together. However, it is tough to say if they will manage another August release. The VFX will be the biggest challenge given they are about to introduce a character like Chopper, though they may even go down a puppet route.

    Source: What’s on Netflix, Deadline

  • CONFIRMED: ‘Percy Jackson’s Joe Tracz Joins ‘One Piece’ Season 2

    CONFIRMED: ‘Percy Jackson’s Joe Tracz Joins ‘One Piece’ Season 2

    The recent WGA listing revealed that One Piece’s second season may be switching things up. Now, the official statement has come that Joe Tracz, the co-executive producer of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, is officially joining the manga adaptation as executive producer, writer, and co-showrunner. He’s joining Matt Owens who returns while Steve Maeda is going to only act as an executive producer on the project. Currently, the second season is eyeing a production start in June.

    Tracz has given an official statement on joining production and his excitement to bring Eiichiro Oda’s iconic series to Netflix.

    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 and a joy to come aboard the Going Merry as it enters the Grand Line for an even more giant Season Two.

    Jack Tracz

    Matt Owens also shared his excitement for his new “co-captain” to continue spearheading this iconic adaptation:

    Joe has brought a wealth of enthusiasm and experience into our second season that will help take ‘One Piece’ to new heights. We’re incredibly lucky to have him as a co-captain of this ship. The best crew on the seas grows larger!”

    Matt Owens

    The cast will once again see Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D. Luffy, who is set to become the king of the pirates. His crew consisting of Mackenyu, Emily Rudd, Jacob Romero, and Taz Skylar will grow in the next season with the confirmed addition of Chopper, but we still don’t know who will be playing the adorable reindeer. So far, we are still anticipating any announcements for the cast that’ll expand the show as it enters the Grand Line.

    Source: Variety

  • Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Adds New Showrunner

    Live-Action ‘One Piece’ Adds New Showrunner

    Here’s a surprise, it looks like Matt Owens has a new co-showrunner going into the second season of Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece. After a strong showing in its first season and critical acclaim, there’s been quite a bit of silence on the project since they are preparing to start production on the next season. Rumors are hinting at a June production start, but we still have no updates on who might be joining the cast.

    As first shared by @OP_Netflix_Fan, they noticed that the Writing Guild of America site has updated the page for the second season which now includes Joseph E. Tracz as showrunner alongside Matt Owens, who has been part of its creation. What stands out is that Steven Maeda is no longer involved with the project after having been the showrunner in the first season. He’s also an Executive Producer on the series moving forward.

    Tracz has worked on a variety of series in the past. He was the showrunner of the Netflix romance Dash & Lily. He’s also worked on series like Lights Out, the recent Disney+ adaptation of Percy Jackson and the Olympians as well as A Series of Unfortunate Events, one of the first major adaptations for Netflix. For the latter, he also was involved with the series finale

    Source: WGA

  • Lou Taylor Pucci Joins the Cast of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

    Lou Taylor Pucci Joins the Cast of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

    Physical actor Lou Taylor Pucci has joined the cast of Marvel Studios’ Daredevil: Born Again. The news comes courtesy of Deadline with the outlet stating the actor’s role remains under wraps.

    Production on the series continues in New York. Most recently, fans were treated to photos of Jon Bernthal‘s Frank Castle, aka The Punisher, on set alongside the Man Without Fear. Other set photos have also confirmed the casting of Jeremy Earl, who is said to be playing Cole North in the upcoming series.

    Along with starring in Apple TV+’s Physical, the actor has also starred appeared in Younger, American Horror Story, You, and You’re the Worst. On the feature side, Pucci has appeared in the 2013 Evil Dead remake, Moon Manor, and Ex-Husbands.

    Source: Deadline