Netflix Finally Announces Actor for Portgas D. Ace in ‘One Piece’ Season 3
Netflix’s live-action One Piece continues to make waves, and fans have even more reason to be excited. As season 2 sails closer to its release on March 10, 2026, production for season 3 is already gearing up.
According to reports, Tomorrow Studios will start filming the third season by the end of November, only a few months after season 2 drops.
While everyone is counting down to season 2, news about season 3’s cast has already started coming out. One of the biggest reveals so far is the casting of Portgas D. Ace. After much fan speculation, it’s been announced that Blue Beetle and Cobra Kai star Xolo Maridueña will play Ace.
Introducing Portgas D. Ace…
— Netflix (@netflix) November 5, 2025
XOLO MARIDUEÑA IS JOINING ONE PIECE SEASON 3!!! pic.twitter.com/arysP73sOR
Fans have been hoping for this casting for a long time, and now it’s official. Many agree that Xolo fits the role perfectly
Portgas D. Ace is one of the most important characters in One Piece. He’s not only a strong pirate and a user of the Fire-Fire Fruit, but he’s also Luffy’s older brother and a major part of his story. Fans who know the anime and manga understand how emotional and action-packed Ace’s moments can be, which makes this casting even more exciting.
Xolo Maridueña has already proven his talent in multiple roles. He became a household name after playing Miguel Diaz in Cobra Kai, and more recently, he took on the lead role of Jaime Reyes in DC’s Blue Beetle. He’s also done voice work in popular shows like Invincible, The Boys Presents: Diabolical, and Fast & Furious Spy Racers.
The announcement follows another major casting reveal, Tony Award-winning actor Cole Escola was recently confirmed to play Bon Clay, also known as Mr. 2. With big names joining the cast and production for season 3 moving forward, the live-action One Piece series seems ready to keep its momentum going strong.
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