Here's when One Piece season 2 drops on Netflix (by time zone)

The Straw Hats are finally back — and we do mean finally. It's been almost three years since Netflix's hit original series One Piece made its premiere, but the fantasy action-adventure series brings its long awaited second season to our screens at long last. Even though the waiting has felt endless, we'll be rewarded with something even better than treasure or gold.

Based on the manga series, which also spawned a popular anime series, One Piece follows the Straw Hats Pirates as their adventures take them on dangerous quests on the high seas, taking on unexpected and larger-than-life enemies, all in the name of searching for epic treasure with years of legendary history. In season 2, the Straw Hats' adventure gets even bigger.

Wondering when you can tune in the very second the Straw Hats set sail in One Piece season 2? We're sharing the release date and release time for the new episodes based on time zones around the world to ensure fans don't miss a second of the action!

When does One Piece season 2 release on Netflix?

One Piece season 2 premieres on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 on Netflix. While the streamer typically releases new seasons of its scripted original on Thursdays (though some exceptions apply), Netflix has opted to drop the highly anticipated second season on a Tuesday. The release might sneak up on you, but who's going to complain when we don't have to wait until Thursday?!

Like most Netflix originals, the season begins streaming at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT, meaning that you will have to burn the midnight oil in order to start watching as soon as the season premieres. Thankfully, all eight episodes will be released at once and we don't have to worry about a two-part release splitting the season in half like other hit Netflix series.

Take a closer look at the One Piece season 2 release times based on your time zone:

• Hawaii: 10:00 p.m. HST on Monday, March 9
• Alaska: 11:00 p.m. AKST on Monday, March 9
• West Coast of the US: 12:00 a.m. PT on Tuesday, March 10
• Mountain Time: 1:00 a.m. MT on Tuesday, March 10
• Midwest of the US: 2:00 a.m. CT on Tuesday, March 10
• East Coast of the US: 3:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, March 10
• Brazil: 5:00 a.m. BRT on Tuesday, March 10
• England: 8:00 a.m. GMT on Tuesday, March 10
• France: 9:00 a.m. CET on Tuesday, March 10
• Germany: 9:00 a.m. CET on Tuesday, March 10
• Italy: 9:00 a.m. CET on Tuesday, March 10
• Spain: 9:00 a.m. CET on Tuesday, March 10
• South Africa: 10:00 a.m. SAST on Tuesday, March 10
• India: 1:30 p.m. IST on Tuesday, March 10
• South Korea: 5:00 p.m. KST on Tuesday, March 10
• Japan: 5:00 p.m. JST on Tuesday, March 10
• Sydney, Australia: 7:00 p.m. AEDT on Tuesday, March 10

In addition to watching the complete second season on Netflix beginning on March 10, the streaming service has also set another unprecedented release strategy for the new season. As previously announced, the first two episodes of One Piece season 2 will be available to watch in movie theaters on Tuesday, March 10 in the United States, Canada, and Japan.

For those in the United States and Canada, the limited theatrical screenings kick off at 6 p.m. local time. American fans can check theaters like AMC, Regal, Cinemark, Alamo, and Cineplex for a chance to see One Piece on the big screen. There's no better way to start the season than watching it in theaters, and even if you've already started (or finished!) the season, it's a once in a lifetime treat!

One Piece season 2 catches back up with Luffy and the Straw Hats as they brave the Grand Line and all of its treacherous enemies in the name of tracking down some highly coveted treasure. Between taking on the dangerous patch of the sea and all of the intimidating foes along the way, this will be one journey we won't soon forget! Before tuning in, watch the official trailer below: