When to Watch One Piece Movies
6 movies placed in the 1170-episode timeline
Each entry is placed where it fits best. Read its format and timing note before continuing so you do not repeat material or jump ahead.
Fast answer
Watch the One Piece movies at the episode checkpoints listed below. Required continuations and optional bonus material are labeled separately.
One Piece Movies Timeline
Each movie listed in episode order with placement context.
One Piece: The Movie
After: “You're the Weird Creature! Gaimon and His Strange Friends!”
The first One Piece movie.
Clockwork Island Adventure
After: “The Legend Has Started! Head for the Grand Line!”
Dead End Adventure
After: “Whereabouts of the Island Treasure! Attack of the Zenny Pirates!”
Strong World
After: “A Special Presentation Related to the Movie! The Battle Is On! Luffy vs. Largo”
Canon movie written by Oda.
Film: Z
After: “Finally Time to Go! Goodbye, Fish-Man Island!”
Film: Red
After: “A Pledge for the New Genesis! Luffy and Uta!”
View the full One Piece watch order
Complete episode guide with ratings, filler filter, and arc breakdown.
One Piece Filler Guide
Complete list of episodes you can skip
Frequently Asked Questions
How many One Piece movies are in this guide?
There are 6 One Piece movies placed in the episode timeline. Each entry is labeled so you can separate required story from optional material.
Do I need to watch the One Piece movies?
Some One Piece entries are important to the main story, while others are side stories. Check the label and note for each one before deciding.
What order should I watch the One Piece movies?
Watch the One Piece movies in the order listed below. Each one is placed after the episode it connects to, which keeps the timeline coherent.