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One Piece is not the first beloved series to undergo such transformation. The failures of previous adaptations serve as lessons, yet studios continue to push forward into risky territory. Fans argue that some properties are better left in their original medium—animation or manga—because translating them faithfully into live action without compromising their essence is extraordinarily difficult.
The hype surrounding the project is palpable, but so is the apprehension. Fans everywhere are hoping that One Piece's live-action adaptation will prove them wrong and rise above Netflix’s previous pitfalls.