Netflix&#039;s &#039;One Piece&#039; showrunner wants to make spin-offs of the hit show. However

Fans Have Mixed Reaction to Spin-Offs That ‘One Piece’ Showrunner Wants to Make

Netflix hit the ball miles out of the park when it sailed One Piece as one of
its most successful and ambitious live-action adaptations ever. The Eiichiro
Oda-helmed masterpiece ushered as much with its storyline as it did with its
stellar star cast. As talks of a season two came soon after the first one ended,
it turns out that the showrunners have a bit more planned for their sea-faring
journey ahead.

One Piece blew Netflix heavyweights such as Stranger Things
[https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/stranger-things/] and Wednesday out of the water
when it debuted with a whopping 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-with-a-ninety-four-percent-rotten-tomatoes-score-netflixs-one-piece-becomes-a-massive-hit-surpassing-stranger-things-and-wednesday-records/]
Needless to say, the results were indelibly tied to Oda and showrunner Matt
Owens. When the latter unraveled his plans to develop spin-offs, fans were both
excited and apprehensive.

> Matt Owens (Co-Showrunner): "There are so many stories we have yet to fully
> dive into. I'd love to do a young Mihawk series. Seeing his rise through the
> world, interacting with other prominent figures from the past."
> 
> Link: https://t.co/jgNurT14Wk [https://t.co/jgNurT14Wk]
> pic.twitter.com/oBQzVgyxL0 [https://t.co/oBQzVgyxL0]
> 
> — ONE PIECE NETFLIX FAN (@OP_Netflix_Fan) October 6, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/OP_Netflix_Fan/status/1710417938556272934?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



When the original manga creator recently announced a season two run,
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-netflix-greelights-its-latest-hit-one-piece-for-season-2-along-with-a-major-casting-update/]
Owens explained his intention to try luck with stories “we have yet to fully
dive into.” Furthermore, he added, “I’d love to do a young Mihawk series.”
Standing in between Zoro and his quest to be the world’s best swordsman, Dracule
Mihawk, played by Steven Ward, indeed does have a character depth and history to
center a spin-off around.

In the manga and anime, Mihawk played an antagonistic role in the Marineford Arc
but was overall neutral. However, a few fans are of the opinion that focusing on
spin-offs and side plots may pose a risk to the original story. Regardless, it
was not an official announcement, but rather a mere expression of interest on
Owen’s part. 

ALSO READ: Amidst Season 2 Wait, Netflix’s ‘One Piece’ Showrunner Wants to Bring
Over This Anime to Live-Action
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-anime-news-amidst-season-two-wait-netflix-one-piece-showrunner-wants-to-bring-over-this-anime-to-live-action/]

As of now, the Straw Hat Pirates may be the only ones sailing. However, fans did
not deny their excitement for a spin-off either.


IS THIS THE TIME FOR A ONE PIECE SPIN-OFF? FANS WEIGH IN

Riding on immense success, it may seem counter-intuitive for Netflix to not work
on expanding the Straw Hats Pirates’ world. However, fans expressed their
opinion that opening up too many sub-plots may dilute the efforts of the
original story. The most glaring testament to this is Netflix’s own The Witcher
[https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher/], whose many open-ended plots gave
way to a thrashing final rating.

> I know there’s a lot of interest in OPLA spinoffs, but I really think they
> should put their resources into the main OPLA show instead of both that and
> spinoffs.
> 
> After OPLA ends? We’ll have to see, although first they have to figure out
> when OPLA ends.
> 
> — MJCcarto (@MJCcarto) October 6, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/MJCcarto/status/1710435290416857520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> This is what happens when u overhype a mid live action adaptation of a series.
> First put your resources into the live action and faithfully adapt instead of
> adding your own elements into the live action and ruining it.
> 
> — Sky (@skybebop26) October 7, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/skybebop26/status/1710498881954304170?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> How about doing justice to usopp's character first
> 
> — L (@LikhayaCK) October 7, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/LikhayaCK/status/1710644942635221306?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



Some fans chimed in their support, but only if Eiichiro Oda was involved.

> I only want it if Oda's involved
> 
> — Racky (@Rackyack) October 6, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/Rackyack/status/1710427508472942621?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> When it comes to iconic Characters like Mihawk, you gotta respect the original
> Creator's Boundaries, Oda's the one who knows Mihawk inside out and he's the
> only one who can truly do Justice to his Character.
> 
> — PANGEA D VINCI 🧩🇯🇵 (@Pangea_Castle) October 6, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/Pangea_Castle/status/1710423483140686334?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



Meanwhile, many were onboarded with the idea in a heartbeat.

> The good idea 🤩
> 
> — Asberhug (@Asberhug) October 7, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/Asberhug/status/1710538712730206626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> Do we get more Steve Ward? Because I am 10000% here for it if yes 🔥
> 
> — ishxallxgood (@ishxallxgood) October 7, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/ishxallxgood/status/1710472277379449313?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> Omggg! Plz Matt Owenss
> 
> — Le Lili (@LeLili10) October 7, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/LeLili10/status/1710483834972905493?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



The most probable way for Netflix is to continue with Oda and his vision with
the main One Piece story. As of now, the entire creative force should go
straight into season two of the beloved hit. As for spin-offs, it may follow an
approach similar to Stranger Things. Furthermore, it is equally important for
the show to focus on itself as it may probably continue on for a whopping twelve
seasons.

ALSO READ: “It’s Gonna Be Like…” One Piece Live-Action Cinematographer Nicole
Hirsch Whitaker Reveals What Direction the Franchise Is Headed Towards
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-its-gonna-be-like-one-piece-live-action-cinematographer-nicole-hirsch-whitaker-reveals-what-direction-the-franchise-is-headed-towards/]

What are your thoughts on Matt Owens going ahead with a One Piece spinoff? Let
us know in the comments below.

Imteshal Karim

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Netflix hit the ball miles out of the park when it sailed One Piece as one of its most successful and ambitious live-action adaptations ever. The Eiichiro Oda-helmed masterpiece ushered as much with its storyline as it did with its stellar star cast. As talks of a season two came soon after the first one ended, it turns out that the showrunners have a bit more planned for their sea-faring journey ahead.
One Piece blew Netflix heavyweights such as <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/stranger-things/">Stranger Things</a> and Wednesday out of the water when it <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-with-a-ninety-four-percent-rotten-tomatoes-score-netflixs-one-piece-becomes-a-massive-hit-surpassing-stranger-things-and-wednesday-records/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">debuted with a whopping 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes.</a> Needless to say, the results were indelibly tied to Oda and showrunner Matt Owens. When the latter unraveled his plans to develop spin-offs, fans were both excited and apprehensive.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Matt Owens (Co-Showrunner): &quot;There are so many stories we have yet to fully dive into. I&#39;d love to do a young Mihawk series. Seeing his rise through the world, interacting with other prominent figures from the past.&quot;
Link: <a href="https://t.co/jgNurT14Wk">https://t.co/jgNurT14Wk</a> <a href="https://t.co/oBQzVgyxL0">pic.twitter.com/oBQzVgyxL0</a>
&mdash; ONE PIECE NETFLIX FAN (@OP_Netflix_Fan) <a href="https://twitter.com/OP_Netflix_Fan/status/1710417938556272934?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 6, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
When the original manga creator <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-netflix-greelights-its-latest-hit-one-piece-for-season-2-along-with-a-major-casting-update/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">recently announced a season two run,</a> Owens explained his intention to try luck with stories “we have yet to fully dive into.” Furthermore, he added, “I&#8217;d love to do a young Mihawk series.” Standing in between Zoro and his quest to be the world’s best swordsman, Dracule Mihawk, played by Steven Ward, indeed does have a character depth and history to center a spin-off around.
In the manga and anime, Mihawk played an antagonistic role in the Marineford Arc but was overall neutral. However, a few fans are of the opinion that focusing on spin-offs and side plots may pose a risk to the original story. Regardless, it was not an official announcement, but rather a mere expression of interest on Owen’s part. 
ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-anime-news-amidst-season-two-wait-netflix-one-piece-showrunner-wants-to-bring-over-this-anime-to-live-action/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amidst Season 2 Wait, Netflix’s ‘One Piece’ Showrunner Wants to Bring Over This Anime to Live-Action</a>
As of now, the Straw Hat Pirates may be the only ones sailing. However, fans did not deny their excitement for a spin-off either.
<h2>Is this the time for a One Piece spin-off? Fans weigh in</h2>
Riding on immense success, it may seem counter-intuitive for Netflix to not work on expanding the Straw Hats Pirates’ world. However, fans expressed their opinion that opening up too many sub-plots may dilute the efforts of the original story. The most glaring testament to this is Netflix’s own <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/the-witcher/">The Witcher</a>, whose many open-ended plots gave way to a thrashing final rating.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
I know there’s a lot of interest in OPLA spinoffs, but I really think they should put their resources into the main OPLA show instead of both that and spinoffs.
After OPLA ends? We’ll have to see, although first they have to figure out when OPLA ends.
&mdash; MJCcarto (@MJCcarto) <a href="https://twitter.com/MJCcarto/status/1710435290416857520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 6, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
This is what happens when u overhype a mid live action adaptation of a series. First put your resources into the live action and faithfully adapt instead of adding your own elements into the live action and ruining it.
&mdash; Sky (@skybebop26) <a href="https://twitter.com/skybebop26/status/1710498881954304170?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
How about doing justice to usopp&#39;s character first
&mdash; L (@LikhayaCK) <a href="https://twitter.com/LikhayaCK/status/1710644942635221306?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
Some fans chimed in their support, but only if Eiichiro Oda was involved.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
I only want it if Oda&#39;s involved
&mdash; Racky (@Rackyack) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rackyack/status/1710427508472942621?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 6, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
When it comes to iconic Characters like Mihawk, you gotta respect the original Creator&#39;s Boundaries, Oda&#39;s the one who knows Mihawk inside out and he&#39;s the only one who can truly do Justice to his Character.
&mdash; PANGEA D VINCI 🧩🇯🇵 (@Pangea_Castle) <a href="https://twitter.com/Pangea_Castle/status/1710423483140686334?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 6, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
Meanwhile, many were onboarded with the idea in a heartbeat.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
The good idea 🤩
&mdash; Asberhug (@Asberhug) <a href="https://twitter.com/Asberhug/status/1710538712730206626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Do we get more Steve Ward? Because I am 10000% here for it if yes 🔥
&mdash; ishxallxgood (@ishxallxgood) <a href="https://twitter.com/ishxallxgood/status/1710472277379449313?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Omggg! Plz Matt Owenss
&mdash; Le Lili (@LeLili10) <a href="https://twitter.com/LeLili10/status/1710483834972905493?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
The most probable way for Netflix is to continue with Oda and his vision with the main One Piece story. As of now, the entire creative force should go straight into season two of the beloved hit. As for spin-offs, it may follow an approach similar to Stranger Things. Furthermore, it is equally important for the show to focus on itself as it may probably continue on for a whopping twelve seasons.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-its-gonna-be-like-one-piece-live-action-cinematographer-nicole-hirsch-whitaker-reveals-what-direction-the-franchise-is-headed-towards/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">“It’s Gonna Be Like&#8230;” One Piece Live-Action Cinematographer Nicole Hirsch Whitaker Reveals What Direction the Franchise Is Headed Towards</a>
What are your thoughts on Matt Owens going ahead with a One Piece spinoff? Let us know in the comments below.

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Netflix's 'One Piece' showrunner wants to make spin-offs of the hit show. However, fans are both excited as well as apprehensive.

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