The CEO of One Piece remake's Wit Studio has commented on the upcoming project, saying it will do away with filler and also make good on creator Eiichiro Oda's regret from the long-running original animated series.
“The reason we decided to remake One Piece is something Eiichiro Oda said," Wit's George Wada revealed in an interview with Ai Show's now-deleted video (via translations from Anime Hunch and ComicBook).
"He said that One Piece has become very long and full of details, since it started so long ago. The new generation watching modern productions may not feel the same excitement towards the old animation. He felt a bit of regret about that and wanted the new generation to know and follow the story. That motivated me to remake this great story using modern techniques suitable for today’s audience."
To that end, Wit will be utilizing modern tech to adapt One Piece for a fresh generation of viewers. The studio has already revealed it believes the OG anime's 4:3 ratio could prove restrictive to younger audiences and, now, it aims to inject the shonen series with "strong storytelling" and "flawless pacing." In short, no filler.
"Our studio is not just remaking panels – this remake will be dense and impactful, without unnecessary stretching," Wada said. "It will combine visual enjoyment, strong storytelling, and flawless pacing.“
In addition, Wit aims to produce the One Piece remake to the same level as its other works, which include modern masterpieces Attack on Titan and Vinland Saga.
Wada commented, "These are very distinctive creations. We want to approach One Piece with the same strength and level of quality, while fully respecting Toei Animation and their remarkable work."
There's been no real news on the One Piece remake front since its unveiling back in 2023, though a teaser at the time revealed its animation staff would be using Oda's manga as a key frame of reference.
Elsewhere in the wild world of One Piece, the live-action remake has set sail on its second season – though early viewing figures of the Netflix series appear disappointing.
Oda has also launched a real-world treasure hunt by writing down the meaning of the One Piece and dropping it into the ocean at an undisclosed location. Some fans, though, think they've narrowed down the search area already.
One Piece's ongoing anime returns – with far fewer episodes per year than normal – this April.
For more, check out the new anime arriving this Spring, plus our guide on how to watch One Piece in order.
