One Piece Episode 1066: One Piece Anime Set to Make History with First Non-Japanese Director
As the thrilling climax of the widely popular One Piece anime’s Wano arc approaches, fans eagerly await the revelation of which directors will helm the pivotal moments of this story arc. The potential return of fan-favorite directors, such as Megumi Ishitani, for some of the most significant scenes only adds to the excitement surrounding the series.
The choice of director not only offers insight into what viewers can expect from a particular episode, but also how key, exhilarating moments will be adapted. While the appearance of animated scenes can vary subjectively based on the animator, the director’s vision in One Piece generally provides a consistent framework for the look and feel of the show.
Furthermore, the Wano arc presents an opportunity to witness potential breakthroughs in the realm of anime direction, as well as the emergence of new talent in the industry. Recent reports suggest that the One Piece anime is poised to make history with its selection of the director for episode 1066, further fueling anticipation among the series’ dedicated fanbase.
Henry Thurlow Breaks New Ground as First Non-Japanese Director
According to a recent report in Newtype magazine and confirmed by Henry Thurlow on Twitter, the former D’Art Shtaijo animator is set to make history with his upcoming directorial debut on the One Piece anime. Thurlow will direct episode 1066, scheduled to air later in June, marking the first time a non-Japanese director has taken the helm for an episode of the long-running series.
In addition to this groundbreaking achievement, Thurlow claims that he may be the first non-Japanese director for any Toei Animation TV series, although verifying this information is challenging. Nonetheless, Thurlow’s achievement as the first non-Japanese director for the One Piece anime is undisputed, as confirmed by the unofficial Wiki page listing all episodic directors for the series.
As anticipation builds for Episode 1066 of the popular anime series One Piece, fans eagerly await the climax of the intense battle between Trafalgar D. Water Law and Eustass Kid against Big Mom. At the time of writing, the exact content of the episode remains a mystery, with no preview available to provide any hints.
The upcoming episode will also mark the directorial debut of Thurlow, the first non-Japanese director to helm an episode of the series. His previous animation work for One Piece has garnered praise from fans, who now have high hopes for his directorial efforts. The success or failure of Thurlow’s debut will undoubtedly make history, and fans are optimistic that this milestone will pave the way for future international directors.
Newtype magazine, a news-based publication, is primarily focused on anime and provides coverage on various aspects of Japanese pop culture, including manga, science fiction, tokusatsu, seiyuu, and video games. Between 2002 and 2008, the publication also released a North American English version, Newtype USA, to cater to the growing interest in anime and related content.
