20 First Reviews Of Netflix's Adaptation Of 'One Piece' To Help Any Fans Still Debating On Whether To Watch A Live-Action Luffy

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Blake Seidel • Managing Editor & Brand Manager
Sep 5, 2023 12:00 AM EDT

If you haven't seen the new Netflix adaption of 'One Piece', you've either been living under a rock or are deliberately not watching it. If the latter is true, we understand you - we've been burned too many times by terrible live-action remakes of animes. Avatar the Last Airbender, Full Metal Alchemist, Death Note, need we go on? We were hesitant at first because we have been fans of the manga for years, but we decided to give it a chance, and you should too!

We collected twenty reviews by anime fans and movie critics, and about 90% of them were surprisingly positive. And yet, we were still skeptical, but these reviews convinced us to give it a try. It will never truly compare to the anime, but as far as live-action adaptations go, this is definitely the best and a huge stepping stone for the live-action anime genre!

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    Font - Given everything stacked against it, it's pretty impressive how much Netflix's version fits into such a short season, and it'll be a relief for novices and die- hard fans alike that the end result is an enjoyable summer binge-watch. -Kayleigh Donaldson, TheWrap
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    Facial expression - It's the fun, quirky adaptation that One Piece fans and newbies alike deserve. -David Opie, Empire Magazine
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    Font - For what it's worth, the show is just good and a very successful adaptation. I'm legitimately surprised at how well they pulled it off, and the changes they made don't change the enjoyment of the story at all. -Julian Lytle, Geek Girl Riot
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    Font - An entertaining adaptation that's hindered by a desire to recreate every major event found in its source material. -Kenneth Seward Jr., IGN Movies
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    Font - There is real treasure to be found here, a genuine celebration of Eiichiro Oda's work just under the surface of these eight episodes. Maybe we'd see it, if the show came from anywhere else. -Joshua Rivera, Polygon
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    Font - In simply accepting... small yet crucial oddities, Netflix's One Piece proves its willingness to hold on to what makes the original property so fantastic. -Angelica Jade Bastién, New York Magazine/Vulture/a>
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    Font - One Piece sets a new gold standard for live-action adaptations of beloved anime classics. -Jonathon Wilson, Ready Steady Cut
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    Font - One Piece is a lot of things all at once, in the end, but above all else an adventure. One which proves sea- worthy for newcomers, at least. -Liz Shannon Miller, Consequence
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    Font - While fans of the anime might find a lot to love here, the live-action series is likely not the best way for uninitiated viewers to experience Oda's globally renowned story for the first time. - Sam Stone, CBR
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    Human body - The One Piece live action show is an incredibly fun watch for both old and new fans alike. -Ben Sockol, Screen Rant
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    Font - Iñaki Godoy is a pitch-perfect lead for this wildly charming adventure that's bursting at the seams with heart and positivity. Pushed play on Episode 1 and couldn't stop. A favorite new show of 2023. -Perri Nemiroff, Perri Nemiroff (YouTube)
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    Font - Thanks to a terrific, spirited performance from Godoy, Luffy is every bit as delightful as he is in the manga. The actor succeeds at making the character his own while keeping the spirit of the Luffy fans will be familiar with. -Barry Levitt, Slashfilm
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    Human body - The series may not be great drama, but its fantastical blend of action and comedy is a great deal of fun. -Steven Nguyen Scaife, Slant Magazine
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    Human body - Very over the top at times to remain true to its anime roots. A bit of struggle for newcomers at first, but it ultimately settles in around episode four. -Tessa Smith, Mama's Geeky
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    Product - Despite a couple of dips in tone and pacing, the Straw Hats managed to break expectations and, dare I say, even make a crack in the perception of the unbreakable live-action adaptation curse. -Emma-Jane Betts, The Digital Fix
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    Organism - It is far from a masterpiece, but much is here to latch onto. If you want a fun swashbuckler to while away your Labor Day weekend, you could do a lot worse than One Piece. -Alex Maidy, JoBlo's Movie Network
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    Font - Just like superhero films before them, live-action anime has had a rough go in Hollywood, but every streak must end. Netflix's One Piece marks a definite turn in that sour reputation. Netflix's One Piece is worthy of telling the Pirate King's tale. -Megan Peters, ComicBook.com
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