It Turns Out Cole Sprouse Wants to Join Netflix's One Piece, And He's Got a Role in Mind
Cole Sprouse, best known for his roles in Riverdale and Disney's The Suite Life franchise, is eyeing his hopeful next big adventure, the One Piecelive-action. During a panel at Fan Expo Chicago, the actor revealed his aspirations to join Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece. As a long-time friend of the show’s showrunner, Matt Owens, Sprouse’s connection to the project seems promising. While One Piece has already been renewed for a second season, fans are buzzing about the potential of seeing Sprouse in the beloved pirate series.
Known for his interesting acting choices, Sprouse’s career has spanned from comedic beginnings in Big Daddy to darker, more dramatic roles in Riverdale. His recent remarks hint that he is ready to tackle a bold and unexpected challenge. But the shocking character that caught his eye is none other than the larger-than-life pirate Big Mom, a notorious antagonist in Eiichiro Oda's One Piece universe.
Sprouse's Bold Pitch for Big Mom
A Disney Star's Unexpected Pirate Ambitions
During the Fan Expo panel, Sprouse shared his enthusiasm for portraying Big Mom, one of the series' most imposing villains. “I’d kill to be Big Mom, to be honest,” he joked. The actor’s playful pitch to transform into the monstrous matriarch of the Charlotte family reflects his willingness to embrace unconventional roles. Known for her outsized personality, wild design, and formidable powers, Big Mom is a daunting character to bring to life.
Sprouse even teased the physical preparation he would undertake for such a role, humorously adding, “I’ll get really shredded.” While the idea of him as the towering Big Mom might seem far-fetched, his enthusiasm highlights his readiness to break away from traditional casting expectations. Whether or not Netflix’s adaptation reaches the Whole Cake Island arc remains to be seen, but Sprouse’s pitch has certainly sparked interest.
The Future of Netflix's One Piece
Could Sprouse Really Join the Grand Line?
With season two of Netflix's One Piece already in the pipeline, fans are speculating about how the series will tackle Oda’s long story. Big Mom, who plays a big role in later arcs, represents one of the show’s biggest challenges in terms of casting and visual effects. Sprouse’s suggestion adds an intriguing layer to this ongoing discussion. While Sprouse’s casting as Big Mom may be unlikely, his connection to Matt Owens and public expression of interest could pave the way for other roles.
One Piece's second season is set to premiere in late 2025, and fans are eager to see how the show will continue to adapt the beloved manga. Whether or not Cole Sprouse makes his way into the Grand Line, his pitch for Big Mom has captured the imaginations of fans and added a dose of fun to the speculation surrounding Netflix’s ambitious adaptation.
Source: thepopverse.com
One Piece
- Release Date
- August 31, 2023
- Network
- Netflix
- Showrunner
- Matt Owens
- Directors
- Tim Southam, Marc Jobst, Josef Kubota Wladyka
- Writers
- Tiffany Greshler, Diego Gutierrez, Allison Weintraub, Lindsay Gelfand
Cast
Iñaki GodoyMonkey D. Luffy
Emily RuddNami
One Piece follows young pirate Monkey D. Luffy and his diverse crew as they embark on a daring quest for treasure. Released in 2023, the film brings the adventurous world of the popular manga to life, capturing Luffy's relentless pursuit of the legendary One Piece treasure.
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