Netflix One Piece fans and the general public by managing to deliver a really good live-action series . However, this was not the first live-action anime/manga adaptation that delivered good results and escaped the “curse”.
Although most of these adaptations are bad and destroyed by critics, there are still some anime that have had luck in this medium. So check out this list for some recommendations for live-action anime films and series for you to watch after One Piece.
5 live-action anime you might like to watch after One Piece
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Speed Racer
The 2008 live-action Speed Racer adapts the popular 1960s Japanese series. The story follows the legend of Speed Racer, a talented young race driver who fights to honor his brother's memory and win the most dangerous race in the world. world, the Grand Prix. Although it was a box office failure, the film still delivers an entertaining story that is worth checking out.
You can watch Speed Racer on Amazon Prime or HBO MAX .
Kimi Ni Todoke
May It Come to You – Kimi Ni Todoke is a story of romance and friendship. The plot revolves around Sawako Kuronuma, a shy student who is misunderstood due to her resemblance to a character from a popular horror film. However, her life begins to change when Shota Kazehaya, the most popular boy in school, starts to get close to her.
The series currently has 2 seasons available on Netflix .
Blade of the Immortal
Inspired by the manga by Hiroaki Samura , Blade of the Immortal tells the story of Manji, a swordsman cursed with immortality. After his family is brutally murdered, young Rin Asano goes to Manji for help in her revenge. With the help of the immortal swordsman, Rin faces several bloodthirsty battles along the way.
The film is available on Amazon Prime.
Rurouni Kenshin
Rurouni Kenshin has already won five live-action films that adapted the manga's complete story. The story follows Kenshin Himura, a legendary assassin known as Battousai, who begins a new journey in search of redemption. Now, he follows an oath not to take any more lives and to only use his sword to protect people. However, the franchise carries a big stain due to the crime of its creator Nobuhiro Watsuki , so it is up to each person's personal decision to separate the story from the author or not.
All Rurouni Kenshin films are available on Netflix.
Alita: Battle Angel
Alita is a film inspired by Yuki Kishiro Gunnm , also known as Battle Angel Alita . Alita is a cyborg found in a junkyard by Dr. Dyson Ido, who brings her back to life. With no memories of her past and great combat skills, she embarks on an action-packed journey in the cyborg fighting arena.
You can find the film on Star+ .
Anyway, if you've already watched any of these live-actions, tell us about your experience watching them. Do you also think they were as good as One Piece? Leave your comment below!
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