New Faces Join One Piece Live-Action Season 3: The Battle of Alabasta!
The One Piece Day '26 livestream event just dropped exciting news for fans of the live-action series. Netflix's One Piece: The Battle of Alabasta, the third season based on Eiichiro Oda's iconic manga, has unveiled its latest cast members, promising to bring the beloved desert kingdom saga to life with incredible talent. This highly anticipated season is set to deepen the narrative, introducing key characters from the Alabasta arc crucial to Princess Vivi's desperate fight for her homeland.
Meet the New Alabasta Kingdom Cast
Four pivotal roles in the Alabasta saga have now been cast, bringing essential figures into the live-action universe:
- Emilio Sakraya takes on the role of Koza, Princess Vivi's childhood friend and the leader of the Alabasta Rebel Army. His character embodies the struggle and hope of the people amidst civil war.
- Omid Abtahi is cast as Toto, Koza's father, a resilient and kind-hearted man who perseveres in the harsh conditions of Yuba, holding onto faith for Alabasta's future.
- Nabeel Khan joins as Chaka, one of Alabasta's two royal guardians. Known for his fierce loyalty and his Devil Fruit ability, the Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Jackal, Chaka is a formidable protector of the kingdom.
- Jamie Ward will portray Pell, the second royal guardian. Wielding the Tori Tori no Mi, Model: Falcon, Pell is a powerful aerial defender renowned for his unwavering dedication to the royal family and his heroic spirit.
These castings ensure that the emotional depth and thrilling action of the Alabasta arc will be well-represented on screen.
Season 3: The Battle of Alabasta Details
One Piece: The Battle of Alabasta is slated for a Netflix debut in 2027. This third season previously announced other significant castings, including Cole Escola as Bon Clay, Xolo Maridueña as Portgas D. Ace, Awdo Awdo as Mr. 1, and Daisy Head as Miss Doublefinger. The creative helm for Season 3 sees Ian Stokes and Joe Tracz returning as co-showrunners, writers, and executive producers, maintaining continuity for the series' direction.
A Look Back: The Grand Line Journey So Far
The live-action One Piece series has journeyed far to reach Alabasta.
Season 2: Into the Grand Line The second live-action season, One Piece: Into the Grand Line, premiered on Netflix on March 10, 2026. Its first two episodes even screened in over 200 theaters across Canada, the United States, and Japan on the same day. Production for Season 2 began in July 2024, covering critical arcs from Loguetown through Drum Island, including iconic locations like Reverse Mountain, Whiskey Peak, and Little Garden, as confirmed by series creator Eiichiro Oda. Joe Tracz joined as a writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner for Season 2, working alongside Matt Owens, who later departed in March 2025 for mental health reasons. Steve Maeda, a Season 1 co-showrunner, served as executive producer.
Season 1: Setting Sail The live-action One Piece series first launched exclusively on Netflix in August 2023. The initial season, consisting of eight episodes, garnered significant acclaim, winning "Outstanding Original Song" and "Outstanding Stunt Coordination" at The 3rd Annual Children's & Family Emmy Awards. Tomorrow Studios, a partnership between Marty Adelstein and ITV Studios, produced the inaugural season, with Becky Clements and Steve Maeda as executive producers.
Anticipation for the Alabasta Arc
With these crucial new cast members and a proven track record of successful adaptation, One Piece: The Battle of Alabasta is shaping up to be an epic continuation of the Straw Hat Pirates' adventures. The wait for 2027 will be challenging, but the promise of seeing Koza, Toto, Chaka, and Pell come to life, alongside the confirmed antagonists and Ace, makes the anticipation worthwhile for One Piece fans worldwide.
