Crunchyroll notified Our Website via email on Friday, September 29, 2023, that they will be bringing the One Piece anime to India. The entire Wano Country Saga will be available in their library starting on Saturday, September 30. Additionally, new episodes will be released weekly as part of the global simulcast. One Piece, created by Eiichiro Oda, has become a worldwide sensation. Toei Animation has been producing the anime series since its debut in Japan in 1999. In 2021, the anime reached a significant milestone of surpassing 1,000 episodes.
Crunchyroll is set to start streaming One Piece anime in India
The Straw Hat Pirates as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)
Crunchyroll announced on Friday, September 29, 2023 that the One Piece anime will be available in India for the first time. Starting from Saturday, September 30, 2023, the entire series, including the Land of Wano story arc (episodes 892-1077), will be accessible on the streaming platform. Additionally, the anime's new episodes, starting from episode 1078, will be released on a weekly basis. These episodes will be part of Crunchyroll's global simulcast, allowing viewers to watch with Japanese audio and English subtitles.
The Straw Hat Pirates as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)
The Japanese voice cast for the anime is as follows:
Mayumi Tanaka as Monkey D. Luffy
Kazuya Nakai as Roronoa Zoro
Akemi Okamura as Nami
Kappei Yamaguchi as Usopp
Hiroaki Hirata as Vinsmoke Sanji
Ikue Otani as TonyTony Chopper
Yuriko Yamaguchi as Nico Robin
Kazuki Yao as Franky
Cho as Brook
Katsuhisa Houki as Jimbei
Crunchyroll's endeavors to broaden its presence in India have resulted in the introduction of anime content with regional language dubs and cost-effective subscription plans. For a nominal monthly fee of ₹79, individuals can now easily subscribe to Crunchyroll within India. Moreover, the streaming platform has recently integrated the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system, providing users with a more seamless and efficient payment option in the country.
What is One Piece anime about?
Luffy depicted in the anime (Image courtesy of Toei Animation)
The anime chronicles the exhilarating odyssey of Monkey D. Luffy, a courageous pirate who ardently pursues his ambition of becoming the ultimate ruler of all pirates ─ the Pirate King. In order to achieve this monumental feat, he must uncover the whereabouts of the enigmatic "One Piece," the fabled treasure that was bestowed upon the world by the late King of the Pirates, Gol D. Roger. Accompanying Luffy amidst the perilous tides of the Grand Line are the intrepid Straw Hat Pirates.
One PieceManga - Anime One Piece is an incredible adventure-filled series that has captivated its fans for over two decades. It follows the journey of Monkey D. Luffy and his pirate crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, as they search for the ultimate treasure, the One Piece, in order to become the King of the Pirates. With its compelling storyline, diverse and lovable characters, epic battles, and themes of friendship and determination, One Piece has created a vast and immersive world that keeps fans eagerly anticipating each new chapter or episode. It is a timeless masterpiece that continues to redefine the boundaries of the shonen genre, making it a must-watch or read for any anime or manga enthusiast. |