The Newest Place to Stream Over a Thousand One Piece Episodes? The BBC

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The Newest Place to Stream Over a Thousand One Piece Episodes? The BBC

Key Takeaways

  • The BBC secured the rights to stream One Piece in the UK.
  • UK fans can enjoy the English dub on BBC iPlayer in batches.
  • The BBC is set to release episodes in batches up to the current pace of the anime in Japan.

As a seasoned gamer and a long-time One Piece fanatic, hailing from the shores of the United Kingdom, I can hardly contain my excitement! The news that BBC has secured the rights to stream One Piece in our very own backyard is like striking gold in a pirate’s cove.

As we approach the 25th anniversary of the debut of the One Piece anime in 1999, it seems like there’s always something new to celebrate or look forward to from the Straw Hat Pirates, whether it’s around the next corner or over the crest of a wave. With the manga nearing its conclusion with the final arc soon, the anticipation grows for WIT Studios’ anime remake, the popularity of the live-action Netflix adaptation, and many other exciting developments.

There’s no question that the excitement surrounding the 25th anniversary of Eiichiro Oda’s legendary pirate series is at an all-time high (and this includes the anime, which first aired in 1999—the manga upon which it’s based actually started in 1997).

The BBC as the UK Home for One Piece

The Newest Place to Stream Over a Thousand One Piece Episodes? The BBC

Starting September 2024, Monkey D. Luffy’s adventures will gain a new supporter – the esteemed maritime nation of Great Britain. The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has announced that it has secured the streaming rights for the popular anime series ‘One Piece’, produced by Toei Animation, to air on its BBC iPlayer service in the UK.

Globally, the BBC is known for its high-brow approach to British television, with programs such as period dramas and wildlife documentaries. However, this partnership demonstrates that it’s not afraid to show a lighter, more entertaining side and connect with some of the most beloved TV shows across the globe.

Appetite for Official English Dub

The Newest Place to Stream Over a Thousand One Piece Episodes? The BBC

UK fans of “One Piece” have long yearned for a user-friendly platform to watch the English-dubbed version of the anime. The distribution agreement primarily focuses on the English dub of the series, and at present, the BBC is set to be the exclusive streaming service in the UK to offer this version (distinct from the subtitled version or the dub available on previous physical media). Fiona Campbell from the BBC explained the details of the distribution deal in their official statement as such:

It’s a really exciting move to bring the
One Piece
franchise to UK audiences in the coming months. With its captivating storytelling, rich characters, and global fanbase,
One Piece
has become a cultural phenomenon and we’re so excited to see how the fanbase will enjoy this huge canon of episodes available in English only on iPlayer.

Starting from September 2024, the episodes (totaling 1085) will be rolled out in installments up until December of that year. The first three story arcs – East Blue, Alabasta, and Skypiea – are scheduled for release as early as September 1st. Subsequent releases will follow the original airing sequence in Japan, with the arcs coming out in this order: East Blue, Alabasta, Skypiea, Water Seven, Thriller Bark, Summit War, Fishman Island, Dressrosa, Whole Cake Island, and Wano Country. This means that UK fans eager to watch the dubbed version of a globally acclaimed series will soon have the opportunity to join the adventure aboard the Thousand Sunny under the Union Jack.

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2024-09-03 01:23