Netflix’s One Piece Taps New Talent for Kureha Role

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Netflix's One Piece Taps New Talent for Kureha Role

Highlights

  • Dr. Kureha in Netflix’s One Piece will be portrayed by Katey Sagal, not Jamie Lee Curtis as initially speculated.
  • Katey Sagal’s hint about a significant project aligning with the production schedule of One Piece has fans buzzing.
  • Season two of One Piece live-action is currently filming in South Africa and will introduce new characters like Chopper and Nico Robin.

As a hardcore gamer and long-time One Piece fanatic, I must say that the recent developments in Netflix’s live-action adaptation have me more than just a little excited! The casting of Katey Sagal as Dr. Kureha is a masterstroke that has sent ripples through the fandom. While Jamie Lee Curtis would undoubtedly have been a fantastic choice, I can’t help but feel that Sagal brings an equally captivating presence to the role.

Enthusiasm for the second installment of Netflix’s One Piece live-action show has soared even higher following the reveal of the actor cast as Dr. Kureha. Interestingly, the selected performer is not who most viewers predicted.

The popular anime series “One Piece” is once again in production for its second season, with filming resuming in South Africa. As the principal actors take up their roles again, behind-the-scenes photos show them in costume. In the upcoming season, fans can expect to see new characters like Tony Tony Chopper and Nico Robin. There’s also excitement about the introduction of Dr. Kureha, a character much-loved by fans. Recent rumors hint that Netflix’s “One Piece” may have already found an actor to play Dr. Kureha, potentially bringing this beloved character to life on screen.

It’s been announced through the official Twitter account for “One Piece” that Katey Sagal is set to join the Netflix adaptation, assuming the stern character Dr. Kureha. Known for her memorable performances in shows like “Futurama,” “Sons of Anarchy,” and “Married… with Children,” Sagal has been a popular pick for this role lately. The “One Piece” post on Twitter also shared that Mark Harelik will play Dr. Hiriluk, who serves as Chopper’s mentor and fellow medic. Previous rumors about Sagal’s casting emerged after the “One Piece” team dismissed speculation that Jamie Lee Curtis, a well-known horror actress and fan of “One Piece,” would be taking on the role of Kureha instead.

Netflix's One Piece Taps New Talent for Kureha Role

After much anticipation and speculation, Sagal has been announced as Kureha in Netflix’s “One Piece” series, a role that was previously thought to be taken by Curtis. In the lead-up to the show’s second season, Curtis had shared a digitally altered image of herself as Kureha on social media, expressing her enthusiasm for the part. Showrunner Matt Owens also hinted at Curtis’ potential involvement in an earlier interview. However, due to scheduling conflicts, Tomorrow Studios president Becky Clements revealed that they had to explore other options. Regrettably, despite fan campaigns urging for Curtis’ casting, it was confirmed that the “Halloween” actress would not be part of the cast as she is committed to filming “Freaky Friday 2,” which conflicts with the production schedule for “One Piece” season two.

Rumors about Katey Sagal potentially joining the cast arose after it was announced that Jamie Lee Curtis would not play Kureha in One Piece. This revelation prompted fans to closely analyze a recent interview with Sagal, where she hinted at a significant upcoming project without revealing details due to a non-disclosure agreement. She stated, “I have a really good thing but I signed an NDA, so I can’t say it. I can’t say what I am going to do. Very soon, I am going very far away that I cannot talk about.” While Sagal did not explicitly mention the project, many fans speculate that this could be related to Netflix’s One Piece season two, which is being filmed in Cape Town, South Africa – a location she described as “very far away.” Furthermore, the timing of Sagal’s upcoming work seems to coincide with the production schedule of One Piece, suggesting that Dr. Kureha might soon be needed on set.

Netflix’s One Piece season one is now streaming, with season two set for a 2025 release.

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2024-08-22 19:24