One Piece Released Trailer for Elbaph Arc Finale
The anime revealed a teaser for the season finale, Episode 1180, which concludes the current Elbaph Arc.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Animation
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One Piece has released a trailer for the season finale of its Elbaph Arc, titled Elbaph in Despair - Diabolical Covenant, Domi Reversi. This milestone marks the conclusion of the series' shift to a seasonal production schedule for 2026.
Why it matters
The transition to a seasonal model allows the production team to release 26 episodes annually, wrapping up the latest installment alongside the Summer 2026 anime slate. This change reflects a broader strategy to refine the show's pacing while maintaining the franchise's long-term production goals.
The franchise produced 25 episodes in 2026, aligning with its new seasonal output target of 26 episodes per year. Episode 1180 serves as the conclusion for this current production block.
The players
One Piece
One Piece is a long-running global anime and manga franchise centered on the adventures of Monkey D. Luffy and his pirate crew.
Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll is an international subscription video-on-demand service that specializes in the distribution and licensing of Japanese anime.
Netflix
Netflix is a global streaming service that provides a vast library of films and television series, including various licensed anime titles.
The details
The studio debuted a teaser trailer for Episode 1180, which is scheduled to premiere on Crunchyroll on September 27. Netflix will begin streaming the episode one week later, while the franchise continues to develop two new feature films, including One Piece Film God Valley.
Timeline
Spring 2026 marked the beginning of the Elbaph Arc.
Summer 2026 saw the release of the One Piece: Heroines special.
September 27, 2026 is the premiere date for Episode 1180 on Crunchyroll.
2027 will see the return of the series for a second batch of 26 episodes.
Industry Dynamics
This change follows the pattern set by the One Piece seasonal production schedule, marking a transition away from the legacy format of continuous weekly broadcasting. By moving to a 26-episode annual cycle, the franchise is signaling a shift toward higher production values common in modern anime.
Viewers can watch the season finale on Crunchyroll starting September 27, with the Netflix release arriving one week later. The shift to a seasonal schedule provides a more predictable release calendar for fans to follow.
The takeaway
The move to a seasonal production model underscores the industry trend of prioritizing seasonal quality over perpetual weekly installments. Fans can expect this structured format to continue defining the series' release rhythm for the foreseeable future.
What happens next
One Piece will return in 2027 for a second 26-episode batch, and One Piece Film God Valley is expected to premiere in Japanese theaters during that same year.
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