One Piece, the anime juggernaut that’s been sailing strong for decades, just got slapped with a reality check. On Crunchyroll’s U.S. charts by Flixpatrol for the past 2 days (September 24 and 25, 2025), Eiichiro Oda’s legendary series didn’t even crack the top 5. Yep, the Straw Hats got pushed down to 9th place while newer and flashier titles stole the spotlight.
For an anime that’s practically synonymous with shonen dominance, this feels like watching a pirate king trip on his own treasure chest. Let’s break down exactly who beat One Piece, why Oda’s ship is leaking, and what this means for the so-called king of anime seas.
Who Beat One Piece? These 8 Anime Lead Crunchyroll’s Most Popular TV Shows in the U.S.
Crunchyroll’s U.S. Top 10 on September 24 told the whole story: One Piece sat at #9, edged out by eight other titles that rode fresher hype waves. The crown that usually sits comfortably on Oda’s head? Gone. Instead, the throne went to Gachiakuta, with Kaiju No. 8 and The Water Magician rounding out the top 3. Even Jujutsu Kaisen and Dan Da Dan outshone Luffy’s crew.
And here’s the kicker: this wasn’t a one-off slip. One Piece was already outside the top 5 yesterday, too. Two days straight of missing the mark make it clear: the Straw Hats are losing wind in their sails. So who’s serving Oda a slice of humble pie? Let’s name names:
With that lineup, One Piece sitting at #9 suddenly feels mortal.
One Piece Drops and What It Means for Oda’s Series
So what went wrong for the pirate king? A few things stand out. First, pacing. One Piece arcs can feel like marathons, and not everyone’s got the stamina to keep running while newer series are sprinting ahead. Second, timing. Shows like The Water Magician had new episode drops that boosted their numbers right when charts were being tallied.
And third, the hype cycle. Titles like Gachiakuta and Dandadan are the shiny new toys everyone wants in before spoilers flood social media. Meanwhile, One Piece is the classic that’s always there. Reliable, sure. But exciting? Not compared to what’s trending this week.
So, let’s be real: this doesn’t mean One Piece is sinking for good. It’s still one of the biggest anime ever made, and its global fanbase is too massive to just vanish. But the slip shows something important: Oda and Toei can’t just rely on the series’ legendary status anymore.
The anime scene in 2025 is cutthroat, with fresh titles grabbing attention the second they drop. If One Piece wants to keep its crown, it might need to shake up pacing, drop bombshell episodes more strategically, or just embrace the chaos of modern hype culture.
For now, though, the scoreboard is clear: One Piece just got dunked on, and Oda’s probably feeling the sting. So, is One Piece finally losing its crown, or is this just a temporary storm in the seas of anime? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
One Piece is currently available to watch on Crunchyroll.
