The beloved anime One Piece has reached yet another historic milestone. The long-running series, created by Eiichiro Oda and produced by Avex Pictures Inc., has officially set a new Guinness World Record for the most DVDs released for a serial anime television program.
This remarkable achievement was unveiled during the One Piece Day 2024 event, which took place in Chiba, Japan, celebrating the global impact of this iconic series.
The record-breaking DVD, which is the 300th in the series, contains episodes 1,086 to 1,088 from the Egghead Arc. This milestone is a testament to the anime’s enduring popularity, with DVD releases spanning 23 years since the first one hit the shelves on February 21, 2001.
One Piece DVDs offer fans the chance to physically own episodes of the anime, allowing them to relive the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat Pirates. This latest world record adds to the series’ already impressive list of accolades.
One Piece previously secured its place in the Guinness World Records for the most copies published for the same comic book series by a single author. This record was first set in 2014 and then broken again in 2023, with a staggering 500 million copies sold globally.
The One Piece phenomenon began in July 1997, when the manga was first serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine. Its massive success led to an anime adaptation, which premiered on October 20, 1999. Since then, both the manga and anime have continued to captivate audiences around the world, releasing new chapters and episodes on a weekly basis.
One Piece is more than just a manga and anime; it has grown into a multimedia empire. The franchise has inspired a wide range of merchandise, including action figures, clothing, home goods, and collectibles. Its influence extends to theme parks, live stage performances, and even a live-action television series.
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece premiered on August 31, 2023. The show quickly attracted millions of viewers in its first week and was promptly renewed for a second season. The main cast, featuring Inaki Godoy as Luffy, Emily Rudd as Nami, Jacob Romero Gibson as Usopp, Taz Skylar as Sanji, and Mackenyu as Zoro, continues to bring the beloved characters to life.
As One Piece continues its journey, both on-screen and beyond, this latest achievement solidifies its status as one of the most influential and enduring anime series in history.