The Elbaph Arc marks the exciting return of One Piece on Crunchyroll this spring, as the Straw Hat Crew embarks on a colossal new adventure.
The Elbaph Arc launches the next thrilling chapter of One Piece, promising giants, epic battles, and long-awaited reunions for the Straw Hat Crew.
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Toei Animation and Crunchyroll confirmed that the worldwide simulcast will return this spring, continuing the global phenomenon that has captivated fans for decades.
Fans can also look forward to the final English dub batch of the Egghead Arc, bringing the complete story to Crunchyroll in English for the first time.
Elbaph Arc release date
The simulcast of Elbaph Arc begins on April 5, 2026, Toei Animation and Crunchyroll announced.
Egghead Arc English Dub release date
In addition, the final English dub batch of the Egghead Arc (Episodes 1144–1155) will arrive starting March 24, 2026.
Where to watch
The arcs will be streaming on Crunchyroll in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, Southeast Asia (including Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines), and Latin America.
What to expect in One Piece’s Elbaph Arc
After a daring escape from the futuristic island Egghead, the Straw Hat Crew sets course for a legendary destination. Alongside the mighty Giant Warrior Pirates, they finally reach Elbaph, the long-awaited Land of Giants.
Fans can look forward to thrilling new encounters with Giants, emotional reunions, and a story that promises adventure unlike anything seen before.
Before the Elbaph Arc, the Straw Hats faced incredible challenges on Egghead Island, culminating in high-stakes battles and key character developments. The Egghead Arc has been one of the most visually striking and story-rich arcs in recent years.
About One Piece
The One Piece anime first premiered in October 1999, adapting Eiichiro Oda’s legendary manga, which originally debuted in Weekly Shōnen Jump on July 22, 1997.
Since then, One Piece has become one of the longest-running and most beloved anime series worldwide, captivating fans with its blend of adventure, humor, and heart.
The manga itself has broken numerous records, including being the best-selling manga series of all time, with over 500 million copies in circulation globally.
Eiichiro Oda’s storytelling has introduced generations to the world of the Straw Hat Pirates, balancing epic battles, emotional arcs, and memorable characters.
