One Piece is a beloved anime series with a longstanding, loyal fanbase. The lovable cast of characters, the wild and wacky adventures, and the epic bonds throughout the series made it a sensation among many anime lovers.
However, some fans noticed other anime series take some inspiration from One Piece. From protagonists with lofty goals similar to Luffy's Pirate King dream to characters who are running from the law, it's clear some of these anime took a page out of One Piece's book to create their own stories.
Updated on April 24th, 2022 by Olivia Subero: This list has been updated to fix some out-of-date information and address a few other minor errors.
10 Like Luffy, Gon From Hunter X Hunter Follows In His Mentor's Footsteps
Hunter x Hunter's Gon Freecss shares similarities to One Piece's Monkey D. Luffy, primarily because they follow in their mentors' footsteps. In Hunter X Hunter, Gon wants to become a Hunter like his father, Ging, and his student, Kite. Luffy, in contrast, admires his childhood hero, Captain "Red-Haired" Shanks, and strives to be a great pirate like him.
Gon and Luffy's journeys throughout their respective series were engaging for fans to watch. They go through immense character development with each adventure, establishing long-lasting relationships with every person they meet.
9 Cowboy Bebop's Extremely Detailed World Reminded Fans Of One Piece's World-Building
Cowboy Bebop's sci-fi setting differs from One Piece's fantastical world, but many fans felt a sense of wonder similar to One Piece's while they were watching Cowboy Bebop. Both anime are well-detailed and expansive, offering viewers a tangible sense of what it's like to live in their respective environments.
Despite the differences in character, story, and emotional atmosphere, fans agree that Cowboy Bebop and One Piece's world-building techniques are on par. The creators know how to tell a story that keeps their watchers engaged and invested.
8 Fans Would Love To See A One Piece X Seven Deadly Sins
The Seven Deadly Sins revolves around a colorful cast of misfits who try skirting the law, similar to the cast of One Piece. Fans pointed out that both series contain animal mascots, which is another fun tidbit.
Some fans are desperate for a One Piece x Seven Deadly Sins crossover to see how the different characters would interact with each other. Other fans prefer each anime's wacky adventures to stay separate, considering how crazy their adventures already are.
7 Bell From Is It Wrong To Try To Pick Up Girls In A Dungeon!? Has A Relative With An Impressive Reputation
Bell Cranel from Is It Wrong To Try To Pick Up Girls From A Dungeon!? has a relative with a considerable reputation, similar to Luffy's infamous father. While Monkey D. Dragon is a revolutionary and considered one of the worst criminals, Bell's grandfather is none other than the god Zeus himself.
Additionally, Luffy leads a group of pirates, while Bell is part of Hestia's Familia. Both protagonists have rivals that challenge them and help them grow throughout the series, and these similarities likely helped One Piece fans enjoy watching Is It Wrong To Try To Pick Up Girls From A Dungeon!?.
6 DRAMAtical Murder's Main Cast Incorporates Many Tragic Backstories
Many of One Piece's characters have tragic backstories; the same goes for DRAMAtical Murder's main cast. Some lost loved ones, while others lost their homes due to horrible circumstances. Eventually, the characters meet each other and bond over their painful experiences.
Both anime's settings widely differ, but fans can see the similarities they have with one another. Therefore, it's easier for One Piece fans to get to know the characters of DRAMAtical Murder reasonably well.
5 Attack On Titan Features Superpowered Characters, Much Like One Piece
Attack on Titan features superpowered beings — humans who can turn into giant monsters known as "Titans." Similarly, One Piece has Devil Fruits that give anyone who eats them special powers.
Another similarity between the two anime comes from their protagonists: Eren Yeager and Luffy. Both are reckless and don't hesitate to charge into any dangerous situation, much to their friends' irritation. Eren has gone to farther extremes than Luffy, but he still cares deeply for his loved ones.
4 The Promised Neverland Has Characters Constantly On The Run
The Straw Hat Pirates aren't the only ones trying to avoid horrible fates. It's the same for Emma, Norman, and Ray — the leading trio from The Promised Neverland. Although the nature of their escape has much higher stakes.
In The Promised Neverland, the children discover their caregivers' horrible secret and plot an escape. In One Piece, Luffy and his friends are constantly evading the Navy when needed due to being pirates. Their reasons are very different, but the thrill of escaping a terrible fate keeps fans on the edges of their seats.
3 Black Clover's Protagonist Wants To Be A King
Black Clover's protagonist, Asta, wants to be the Wizard King and will do whatever he can to achieve his dream. Luffy has a similar goal: to become the Pirate King.
Both characters have big goals, and fans enjoyed both characters' journeys as they grew and developed throughout their respective series. This, combined with the lively cast of other characters, made many One Piece fans enjoy watching Black Clover.
2 Fairy Tail Shares Many Themes With One Piece
Fairy Tail may not have pirates like One Piece, but it takes place in a fantasy world with a colorful group of characters. Everyone in Fairy Tail also has unique abilities and creatures, similar to the Devil Fruit users and animals in One Piece.
Common themes of friendship and perseverance are prevalent in both anime, which strongly resonates with fans. Luffy and Natsu are somewhat reckless protagonists, but they care deeply about their friends. Fans of One Piece can definitely enjoy Fairy Tail due to these overlapping similarities.
1 Magi: The Labyrinth Of Magic Has An Expansive World And A Variety Of Entertaining Characters
Magi: The Labyrinth Of Magic's world has plenty of mystical dungeons that house powerful beings known as Djinns. Dungeon survivors, or "Dungeon Capturers," earn the Djinn's allegiance. However, those who receive their power are called "King Vessels." This is similar to One Piece's Devil Fruits, which give those who eat them special powers. One Piece doesn't include Dungeon Capturers, but Magi's main cast has several varied and hilarious characters, much like One Piece's cast. Maji is an excellent recommendation for anyone looking for a light-hearted adventure.