Crunchyroll Confirms Simulcast Streaming for the “Elbaph Arc” of ‘One Piece’
The anime returns in spring with an early April release.
Summary
- Crunchyroll will stream One Piece’s “Elbaph Arc” starting April 5, 2026, continuing the Straw Hats’ journey after Egghead Island
- Final Egghead Arc English dub episodes (1144–1155) will also arrive on the streaming service starting March 24, 2026, completing the arc for dubbed viewers
Crunchyroll and Toei Animation have confirmed that the One Piece TV anime series will return on April 5, 2026, with the start of the “Elbaph Arc,” continuing the long‑running saga of the Straw Hat Pirates.
Following their escape from Egghead Island, the crew sets sail toward Elbaph, the legendary Land of Giants, where they join forces with the Giant Warrior Pirates. This new chapter promises larger‑than‑life encounters, long‑awaited reunions, and fresh challenges as the Straw Hats continue their pursuit of the ultimate treasure, the “One Piece.”
In addition to the simulcast of the Elbaph Arc, Crunchyroll will release the final English dub batch of the “Egghead Arc” (episodes 1144 – 1155) starting March 24, 2026, completing the arc for dubbed audiences. Both releases will be available across Crunchyroll’s streaming territories, including the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, Southeast Asia and Latin America.
