One Piece The Movie: Kaisokuou Ni Ore Wa Naru -... May 2026

The first theatrical release, (2000), also known by Luffy’s catchphrase Kaisokuou ni ore wa naru! ("I'm the man who will become Pirate King!"), serves as a nostalgic "time capsule" of the series' early days in the East Blue. Clocking in at just 51 minutes, it is often described as a "beefed-up TV special" rather than a full-scale cinematic experience. Core Plot & Themes

Reviews of the film are generally mixed, reflecting its status as a simple, non-canonical side story. i watched one piece - the movie (2000)

The story follows the original quartet—Luffy, Zoro, Nami, and Usopp—as they cross paths with , a gold-obsessed pirate with the power of the Goe Goe no Mi (Scream-Scream Fruit), which allows him to shoot laser-like sound beams from his mouth.

: The film’s emotional core revolves around a young boy, Tobio, and his grandfather, an Oden vendor. It explores the idea that adventure and passion are more valuable than physical treasure—a theme that mirrors Woonan's own eventual realization that his journey was worth more than the gold he collected. Critical Review: Hits and Misses

: Both crews are racing to find the legendary "Great Gold Pirate" Woonan’s hidden hoard on a remote island.