Netflix’s One Piece: Katey Sagal Breaks Silence on Dr. Kureha Casting

Netflix's One Piece: Katey Sagal Breaks Silence on Dr. Kureha Casting

As a seasoned gamer and ardent One Piece fan, it’s safe to say that I have sailed through my fair share of virtual seas! The recent casting announcements for the Netflix adaptation have sent ripples of excitement throughout the community. While we initially speculated about Jamie Lee Curtis setting sail with Luffy, fate had other plans. However, Katey Sagal stepping into the shoes of Dr. Kureha is a move that fills me with optimism!


For quite some time, many “One Piece” enthusiasts speculated that renowned actress Jamie Lee Curtis would join the Netflix adaptation in a live-action role. However, when it was disclosed that Curtis’ schedule wouldn’t permit her to sail on the Grand Line at this moment, fans began pondering who might play Dr. Kureha, a mentor to Tony Tony Chopper on Drum Island. With the recent cast announcement, Katey Sagal has been chosen for the role of Kureha. Fans may recognize Sagal from her roles in Married With Children, Futurama, and Sons of Anarchy. Lately, Sagal expressed her feelings about joining the quest to make Luffy the king of pirates in the live-action series.

Beyond Sagal portraying Dr. Kureha, it has been confirmed that Mark Harelik will also star in the live-action adaptation of One Piece, assuming the role of Dr. Hiriluk. These two field doctors are crucial in caring for the inhabitants of Drum Island and aim to educate Tony Tony Chopper. As more casting decisions are expected this week, we might find out who will step into the shoes of the reindeer doctor destined to sail on the Going Merry.

Netflix's One Piece: Katey Sagal Breaks Silence on Dr. Kureha Casting

Katey Sagal Talks Kureha

In a recent interview, Katey Sagal expressed her excitement about joining the live-action Straw Hat Pirates for their second Netflix appearance: “I’m so excited to be a part of this show! It’s been a secret until now, but I can finally talk about it. I’ve been keeping this a secret for months! Thank you to all One Piece fans for your incredible enthusiasm and support. I’m off to Cape Town now, and I promise not to disappoint you!”

In the forthcoming season of One Piece on Netflix, it’s expected that key characters such as Tony Tony Chopper, along with Princess Vivi, Nico Robin, Crocodile, and others, could make an appearance. Although Alabasta may not be included in the second season, significant moments for the Straw Hats from this story arc will likely be incorporated into the live-action series’ return.

Keep up-to-date with the progress of the real-world adaptation of the Grand Line? Check out Team Anime on ComicBook for the most recent news about Netflix’s “One Piece”.

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2024-08-22 20:39