“Bro even has the same last name”: Netflix’s One Piece Cannot Escape the Perfect Casting Claims After The Big Bang Theory Star Joins as Dr. Hiriluk
- 'One Piece' live-action quickly became one of Netflix's most-watched series in 2023.
- Now, fans eagerly await Season 2 with Mark Harelik joining as Dr. Hiriluk.
- Harelik's casting as Dr. Hiriluk excites fans due to the name coincidence.
Netflix’s live-action One Piece has won over anime fans everywhere. Released in 2023, it quickly became one of the most-watched shows on the streaming service. Since then, its success has everyone excited for the second season, too. Netflix gave One Piece a green light for a second season just weeks after season 1 hit the streamer.
Recently, Netflix has dropped more hints about season 2 with new casting. Fans are especially excited to see how the favorite figures from Eiichiro Oda’s manga will make their appearance in the upcoming season. But the real chatter is all about one perfect casting choice announced recently.
Fans React Excitedly to Dr. Hiriluk’s Casting
Netflix recently announced new cast members for One Piece Season 2 on Instagram. Among the notable additions are Katey Sagal (from Sons of Anarchy) as Dr. Kureha and Mark Harelik (from Presumed Innocent and The Big Bang Theory) as Dr. Hiriluk.
Fans are especially excited about Harelik’s casting since his last name matches the character he’s playing—what a cool coincidence! Check out some fan reactions:
How does he have the same name as Dr. Hiruluk? 😭
— Disciple (@no_name2991) August 21, 2024
I love how Harelik and Hirulik have such similar names XD
— Yuki 🖌️✨ (@yukimura_4) August 21, 2024
hiring a guy with a name similar to hiriluk is so funny to me
— sparky⚡️acesan connoiseur (@sparkysoph) August 21, 2024
Amazing Casting, Hiruluk's actor's name is so fitting
— Wanbeece 🇵🇸 (@wanbeece) August 21, 2024
Harelik = Hiriluk … Destiny ?
— 20cent (@20cent91) August 21, 2024
Dr. Hiriluk is a former thief who later becomes a doctor on Drum Island. The recent teaser hinted that fans will find out who is playing Vivi, Robin, and Chopper on August 21, 22, and 23, 2024.
In the meantime, Netflix has already given information about a bunch of other cast members, including Jazzara Jaslyn as Miss Valentine, David Dastmalchian as Mr. 3, Camrus Johnson as Mr. 5, Daniel Lasker as Mr. 9, Brendan Murry as Brogy, Clive Russell as Crocus, Werner Coetser as Dorry, Ty Keogh as Dalton, Callum Kerr as Smoker, Julia Rehwald as Tashigi, and Rob Colletti as Wapol.
The returning crew features Iñaki Godoy as Luffy, Mackenyu Arata as Zoro, Emily Rudd as Nami, Jacob Romero as Usopp, and Taz Skylar as Sanji.
One Piece Live Action Has Started Filming
Production for Season 2 of One Piece is now underway in Cape Town, South Africa, and fans are excited about the new settings and locations. Netflix has already given a sneak peek behind the scenes. Check out the video here:
As already mentioned, Season 2 is set to bring more key characters and surprises. But guess what? The Arabasta arc won’t be featured right away. Some fans might be bummed, but hey, that means there will be new storylines and character developments.
The new season of One Piece is expected to premiere sometime in 2025.
