Netflix Teases 'The One Piece,' 'Ghostbusters,' Delights Annecy Crowds

Key Points:

• Netflix revealed its upcoming animation slate for 2026 and beyond at Annecy, featuring new footage and details from high-profile projects including Brad Bird’s long-anticipated sci-fi noir film "Ray Gunn," set for December 18 release.
• The streaming giant showcased a first teaser for its flagship anime adaptation "The One Piece," produced by WIT Studio and directed by Masashi Koizuka, aiming for a February 2027 global release with Mayumi Tanaka reprising the voice of Luffy.
• Sony Pictures Animation presented "Ghostbusters: Night Shift," a young adult animated series set between the original films and sequels, highlighting new characters and supernatural challenges in New York City, with executive producers Jason Reitman and Dan Aykroyd involved.
• Netflix also previewed adult comedy series "Alley Cats" by Ricky Gervais, the animated "Charlie vs the Chocolate Factory" featuring Taika Waititi as Wonka, and the film "Steps," all generating positive audience reactions at Annecy.
• With over 130 million members watching animation monthly and anime viewership surpassing 1.5 billion in 2025, Netflix continues to expand its diverse animation portfolio, reinforcing its position as a leading platform for animated content globally.