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Every episode of ONE PIECE ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of ONE PIECE!

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With his straw hat and ragtag crew, young pirate Monkey D. Luffy goes on an epic voyage for treasure.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    ONE PIECE Season 1 Episode 1 - ROMANCE DAWN
    8.2/10(439 votes)

    #1 - ROMANCE DAWN

    S1:E1

    Stranded on a sinking boat, carefree Luffy begins his journey in search of a pirate king's lost treasure. But first, he'll need a crew, a ship and a map.

    Director:Marc Jobst
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. ONE PIECE Season 1 Episode 2 - THE MAN IN THE STRAW HAT
    7.9/10(159 votes)

    #2 - THE MAN IN THE STRAW HAT

    S1:E2

    After securing a map to the Grand Line, Luffy, Nami and Zoro are taken hostage by a no-nonsense clown. New cadet Koby is cornered by Vice-Admiral Garp.

    Director:Marc Jobst
    Writer:Ian Stokes

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  3. ONE PIECE Season 1 Episode 5 - EAT AT BARATIE!
    7.8/10(115 votes)

    #3 - EAT AT BARATIE!

    S1:E5

    The Straw Hat Pirates face their first adversary as a group. At a floating fish house, Luffy befriends a cook, and Zoro enters a duel with a warlord.

    Director:Tim Southam
    Writer:Laura Jacqmin

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  4. ONE PIECE Season 1 Episode 6 - THE CHEF AND THE CHORE BOY
    7.7/10(95 votes)

    #4 - THE CHEF AND THE CHORE BOY

    S1:E6

    Sanji and head chef Zeff put their differences aside to save a severely wounded Zoro. A ruthless Fishman on a mission stirs up trouble for the crew.

    Director:Tim Southam
    Writers:Diego Gutierrez, Steven Maeda

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  5. ONE PIECE Season 1 Episode 3 - TELL NO TALES
    7.6/10(117 votes)

    #5 - TELL NO TALES

    S1:E3

    In need of a proper ship, the gang reaches Syrup Village and meets the cheerful Usopp and his best friend Kaya. A sinister threat disrupts their plans.

    Director:Emma Sullivan
    Writers:Matt Owens, Damani Johnson

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  6. ONE PIECE Season 1 Episode 4 - THE PIRATES ARE COMING
    7.6/10(103 votes)

    #6 - THE PIRATES ARE COMING

    S1:E4

    With his friends in danger and Klahadore's plan in motion, Usopp seeks help from the Marines. Blades clash when a fierce battle erupts at Kaya's mansion.

    Director:Emma Sullivan
    Writers:Tiffany Greshler, Tom Hyndman

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  7. ONE PIECE Season 1 Episode 7 - THE GIRL WITH THE SAWFISH TATTOO
    7.6/10(96 votes)

    #7 - THE GIRL WITH THE SAWFISH TATTOO

    S1:E7

    After striking a deal with a familiar foe to find Arlong, Luffy and his friends set sail for Coco Village and learn about Nami's mysterious past.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writers:Tiffany Greshler, Ian Stokes, Allison Weintraub, Lindsay Gelfand

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  8. ONE PIECE Season 1 Episode 8 - WORST IN THE EAST
    7.6/10(96 votes)

    #8 - WORST IN THE EAST

    S1:E8

    The Straw Hat crew strives to take down Arlong and the Fishmen once and for all. After a tense family reunion, Luffy inches closer to his dreams.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writers:Matt Owens, Steven Maeda

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  9. ONE PIECE Season 2 Episode 7 - REINDEER SHAMES
    7.5/10(63 votes)

    #9 - REINDEER SHAMES

    S2:E7

    Dr. Kureha tells the heartwrenching story of Chopper's origins, including how he met his mentor Dr. Hiriluk and their quest to cure all disease.

    Director:Lukas Ettlin
    Writer:Elizabeth Hunter

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  10. ONE PIECE Season 2 Episode 3 - WHISKY BUSINESS
    7.4/10(65 votes)

    #10 - WHISKY BUSINESS

    S2:E3

    The crew receives a warm welcome to the pirate-loving town of Whisky Peak. But with a pair of assassins on the loose, trouble isn't far behind.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writer:Tom Hyndman

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  11. ONE PIECE Season 2 Episode 8 - DEER AND LOATHING IN DRUM KINGDOM
    7.4/10(65 votes)

    #11 - DEER AND LOATHING IN DRUM KINGDOM

    S2:E8

    The Straw Hats lend themselves to Drum Island's cause when King Wapol and his army of monsters return to reclaim the throne.

    Director:Lukas Ettlin
    Writers:Matt Owens, Ian Stokes

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  12. ONE PIECE Season 2 Episode 1 - THE BEGINNING AND THE END
    7.3/10(86 votes)

    #12 - THE BEGINNING AND THE END

    S2:E1

    To prepare for the Grand Line, the Straw Hats visit Loguetown, birthplace of the Great Pirate Era — where rivals both old and new await.

    Director:Emma Sullivan
    Writers:Matt Owens, Ian Stokes

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  13. ONE PIECE Season 2 Episode 6 - NAMI DEEREST
    7.3/10(65 votes)

    #13 - NAMI DEEREST

    S2:E6

    When Nami is stricken by a mysterious illness, Luffy and Sanji embark on a perilous mission to save her. Smoker and Tashigi investigate a Marine outpost.

    Director:Lukas Ettlin
    Writer:Alex Regnery

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  14. ONE PIECE Season 2 Episode 2 - GOOD WHALE HUNTING
    7.2/10(70 votes)

    #14 - GOOD WHALE HUNTING

    S2:E2

    When the Merry lands in the belly of a giant whale, Luffy must win over a gruff lighthouse keeper to save his friends and his ship.

    Director:Emma Sullivan
    Writer:Ashley Wigfield

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  15. ONE PIECE Season 2 Episode 4 - BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE GARDEN
    7.2/10(65 votes)

    #15 - BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE GARDEN

    S2:E4

    A new addition to the ship raises the stakes. On the lush isle of Little Garden, the crew encounters an adventure of giant proportions.

    Director:Christoph Schrewe
    Writers:Allison Weintraub, Lindsay Gelfand

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  16. ONE PIECE Season 2 Episode 5 - WAX ON, WAX OFF
    7.2/10(66 votes)

    #16 - WAX ON, WAX OFF

    S2:E5

    The Straw Hats are held captive by two artists: one who colors emotions, and one intent on making them part of his latest — and deadliest — masterwork.

    Director:Christoph Schrewe
    Writer:Joe Tracz

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Best Episodes Summary

"ROMANCE DAWN" is the best rated episode of "ONE PIECE". It scored 8.2/10 based on 439 votes. Directed by Marc Jobst and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/31/2023. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "THE MAN IN THE STRAW HAT".