One Piece Episode 1144: Release date and everything we need to know

One Piece Episode 1144 release date
One Piece Episode 1144 release date (Image credit: Toei Animation)

As the Egghead arc continues to escalate, this upcoming One Piece Episode 1144 promises breathtaking animation, intense battles, and the long-awaited arrival of the rest of the Gorosei on the battlefield.

One Piece Episode 1144 is set to release on Sunday, September 21, 2025, on the popular streaming platform Crunchyroll. Fans can expect the new episode to arrive at 4:45 PM BST, which translates to 11:45 AM ET and 8:45 AM PT.

As usual, the episode will be available to stream with subtitles immediately, though some fans have expressed frustration with Crunchyroll’s occasional hiccups when episodes first drop.


Recap of Episode 1143

Luffy, as seen in anime (Image credit: Toei Animation)
Luffy, as seen in anime (Image credit: Toei Animation)

Episode 1143 gave us plenty of action and hilarity, highlighting just how chaotic One Piece has become since Gear 5’s introduction. Luffy’s battle against Saturn and Kizaru took a cartoonish yet intense turn as he flattened both powerhouses into pancakes and even spun them like pizza dough, earning Kizaru the fan nickname “Pizzaru.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Vegapunk’s global broadcast countdown officially began, sending shockwaves across the world. From Dressrosa to Water 7, familiar faces scrambled to set up screens and hear the scientist’s final message. Even the Revolutionary Army tuned in, with Dragon stoically reflecting on Vegapunk’s fate.

Fans also saw Saturn’s bizarre UFO-like transformation, and while the pacing was slower than some expected, the episode’s blend of tension and comedy left the community buzzing.


What to expect from One Piece Episode 1144 (Speculative)

Still from the One Piece anime (Image credit: Toei Animation)
Still from the One Piece anime (Image credit: Toei Animation)

One Piece Episode 1144 is set to adapt Chapter 1110 of the manga, one of the most highly anticipated chapters of the Egghead arc. The key highlight? The summoning of the remaining Gorosei. So far, Jaygarcia Saturn has proven himself a nightmare opponent, but he’s just one of the Five Elders.

In One Piece Episode 1144, we’ll finally see the other four: Marcus Mars, Topman Warcury, Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, and Shepherd Ju Peter arrive on Egghead. What makes this moment in the anime so monumental is the sheer scale of the threat. The Gorosei are not ordinary villains; they’re the highest-ranking Celestial Dragons, second only to Imu.

Their authority and mysterious powers make them opponents unlike anything the Straw Hats have faced before. While Saturn and Kizaru have already struggled against Luffy’s overwhelming Gear 5 antics, the combined might of all five Elders could prove insurmountable.

And with Vegapunk’s broadcast still counting down, the Straw Hats must protect the scientist’s final message while battling near-unkillable foes. This dual tension, the fight against the Gorosei and the broadcast countdown, is why many fans believe the Egghead arc will be remembered as one of One Piece’s greatest storylines.


The Return of the Giants

Dorry and Brogy (Image credit: Toei Animation)
Dorry and Brogy (Image credit: Toei Animation)

Another element expected to shine in One Piece Episode 1144 is the reappearance of Dorry and Brogy, the legendary giants from Little Garden. Their arrival on Egghead to aid Luffy and the crew is both a nostalgic callback and a massive power boost for the Straw Hat side.

The anime may or may not cover their full battle moment in this episode, but previews suggest that their entrance will at least begin here. Seeing them animated again after so many years will undoubtedly be a highlight for long-time fans.


Final thoughts

Saturn and Kizaru as seen in anime (Image credit: Toei Animation)
Saturn and Kizaru as seen in anime (Image credit: Toei Animation)

One Piece Episode 1144 is shaping up to be a must-watch event. Releasing on September 21, 2025, this episode will bring the Gorosei’s full power to the screen for the first time, animated by one of the series’ most acclaimed talents, Vincent Chansard.

From Luffy’s Gear 5 antics to the ominous presence of the Elders and the tension of Vegapunk’s broadcast countdown, the Egghead arc is firing on all cylinders. Whether you’re in it for the comedy, the world-shaking lore, or the breathtaking animation, this next episode promises to deliver.

The question now is simple: can Luffy and the Straw Hats hold their ground against the might of the Gorosei long enough for Vegapunk’s final message to reach the world? We’ll find out soon enough.

Edited by Nisarga Kakade