One Piece has solidified its place as a titan in the world of anime and manga. First launched in the 1990s, this long-running series shows no signs of slowing down, and its ongoing production nearly 30 years later has helped it break not one, but two significant Guinness World Records. The series now holds the titles for the most DVDs released by a serial anime TV program and the most copies published in the same comic book series by a single author.
A Record-Breaking Collection of DVDs
On August 11, 2024,One Piece earned the Guinness World Record for the most DVDs released by a serial anime TV program with the release of its 300th DVD set. This milestone collection, which hit shelves on July 3, 2024, includes episodes 1086 to 1088 of the anime. Given that the series is still ongoing, the number of DVDs is expected to continue climbing, making this record an ever-growing challenge for any future contenders.
Manga Record That Stands the Test of Time
In 2015,One Piece achieved another remarkable feat by securing the Guinness World Record for the most copies published in the same comic book series by a single author. This record was reaffirmed in 2022. Created by Eiichiro Oda, theOne Piece manga first appeared in 1997 and has since grown to an impressive 109 volumes as of August 2024. The anime adaptation, which began in 1999, boasts over 1,000 episodes, with both the manga and anime continuing to be released on a weekly basis.
Expanding theOne Piece Universe
The enduring popularity ofOne Piece has led to numerous adaptations. On August 31, 2023, a live-action adaptation of the series was released and quickly garnered widespread acclaim. Additionally, WIT Studio, known for its work on Spy x Family, is currently developing a remake of the originalOne Piece anime, even as Toei Animation’s (the studio behind Sailor Moon) original series remains in production.
The anime has also been bolstered by a talented cast of voice actors, including Mayumi Tanaka (Dragon Ball Z) as Luffy, Kazuya Nakai (Blue Exorcist) as Zoro, Hiroaki Hirata (Tiger & Bunny) as Sanji, Yuriko Yamaguchi (MegaMan NT Warrior: Axess) as Robin, Ikue Otani (Case Closed) as Chopper, and Akemi Okamura (Natsume’s Book of Friends) as Nami, among many others.
The Epic Journey ofOne Piece
One Piece tells the tale of Luffy, a young boy who dreams of becoming a pirate. As he grows older, he sets out to realize his dream, assembling a crew known as the Straw Hat Pirates. Together, they embark on a quest to find the legendary One Piece treasure, which Luffy believes will make him the King of the Pirates. Along the way, they encounter other pirates, explore the world’s diverse islands, and battle the relentless Marines.
Watch One Piece Anytime, Anywhere
For fans looking to dive intoOne Piece without investing in a massive DVD collection, the entire series is available for streaming on Crunchyroll and Netflix. The live-action adaptation, featuring Inaki Godoy (The Imperfects) as Luffy, Emily Rudd (Hunters) as Nami, Mackenyu (Pacific Rim: Uprising) as Zoro, Jacob Romero (Greenleaf) as Usopp, and Taz Skylar (Boiling Point) as Sanji, is also streaming on Netflix.