One Piece anime Elbaph arc: Release date, timings, where to watch & more
(Courtesy : Eiichiro Oda, Shueisha, Toei Animations)
The return of the GOAT!
After a three-month break, the One Piece anime is finally coming back next month with a new Elbaph arc. The new exciting change has also reshaped how the future season is going to be.
Fans and anime lovers all around the world have been waiting patiently for the new arc and the comeback will not only provide the new episodes, but a completely revamped format for the anime. Let’s check out more details in this article.
Release date & timings for One Piece anime Elbaph arc
The highly anticipated Elbaph Arc will start streaming from April 4, 2026. This time, the anime will return in a new format with better storytelling and production quality. Here are the expected global release timings for the episodes:
- Pacific Time (PT): Saturday, 5:00 PM
- Eastern Time (ET): Saturday, 8:00 PM
- British Time (BST): Sunday, 1:00 AM
- Central Europe (CEST): Sunday, 2:00 AM
- India (IST): Sunday, 5:30 AM
- Philippines (PHT): Sunday, 8:00 AM
- Australia (AEDT): Sunday, 10:00 AM
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Where to watch One Piece anime?
Fans can watch the anime officially on Crunchyroll, which will simulcast the episodes shortly after their Japanese broadcast.
Meanwhile, Netflix will also be streaming the latest episodes starting from April 11, 2026.
Major changes: New seasonal format
One of the biggest changes this time is the shift from the continuous weekly schedule to a seasonal format. Instead of airing year-round, this time the anime will release 26 episodes annually.
The series is also expected to follow a split-cour:
- First part: April to June 2026
- Second part: Likely between October and December 2026
This will provide enough time for the production team at Toei Animations to provide better storytelling, pacing and animation that fans truly deserve for the One Piece anime Elbaph arc.
FAQs
When will the One Piece anime return in 2026?
The anime returns on April 5, 2026, with the Elbaph Arc.
Where can I watch new One Piece episodes?
You can watch episodes on Crunchyroll immediately after release, while Netflix streams them a week later.
What is the new One Piece release format?
The anime will now follow a seasonal schedule with around 26 episodes per year, split into two parts.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a passionate gaming journalist who loves for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of game mechanics, Mahaksh brings an unique perspective to the world of gaming. Inspired by classics like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh is dedicated in sharing the magic of games with readers. When not writing or gaming, Mahaksh can be found cheering on WWE superstars or watching his favourite Anime.