As of April 2026, the anime has surpassed 1,150 episodes and is currently airing the Elbaph Arc . This year marks a major turning point for the series, as it has officially transitioned from a continuous weekly broadcast to a seasonal format with a two-cour annual schedule, capping production at 26 episodes per year to improve animation quality and pacing. Current Episode & Arc Breakdown
Unlike many anime series, One Piece airs year-round without seasonal breaks. The anime is divided into "Sagas" and "Arcs," which are large narrative blocks containing smaller story segments. The series employs a "slow burn" pacing style, often utilizing extended scenes and original storylines not present in the manga to prevent the anime from overtaking the source material.
The series is traditionally divided into major sagas, which are further split into story arcs.
Internationally, One Piece was previously licensed for English-language release by 4Kids Entertainment, who heavily edited and censored the series for a younger demographic. The license was later acquired by Funimation, who produced a more faithful English dub.