“One Piece” Episode 1148, titled “The Lost History – Joyboy, The First Pirate,” is set to release on November 2, 2025, promising significant revelations about the world’s past. The highly anticipated episode will delve deeper into Dr. Vegapunk’s ongoing global broadcast, exposing crucial details about the enigmatic figure, Joyboy, and the Ancient Kingdom.
The new installment of the popular anime series, part of the climactic Egghead Arc, will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll and will later arrive on Netflix, though typically with a one-week delay in some regions.
Major Revelations from Vegapunk’s Broadcast
Episode 1148 is expected to be a pivotal moment, adapting manga chapters 1114 and 1115, and focusing heavily on the next phase of Dr. Vegapunk’s groundbreaking message to the world. Following Episode 1147, where Vegapunk dropped the bombshell that the One Piece world is destined to sink, this upcoming episode will unravel mysteries surrounding Joyboy, an elusive figure tied to the Void Century and the Nika Fruit.
Sources indicate that Vegapunk’s broadcast will shockingly introduce Joyboy as “the first pirate,” fundamentally reframing the understanding of the world’s history and potentially connecting Joyboy to Monkey D. Luffy himself. This revelation highlights that the suppression of One Piece’s history was intentional, as Joyboy reportedly engaged in war with the 20 kingdoms that later formed the World Government due to “differences in ideologies”.
The World Government’s Desperate Measures
As Vegapunk’s message continues to expose long-buried secrets about the Void Century and the true origins of power structures, the Five Elders are desperately trying to stop the broadcast. Their intense hunt for the Transponder Snail broadcasting Vegapunk’s revelations continues, raising the stakes for both the Straw Hat Pirates and the World Government.
Streaming and Global Release Times
“One Piece” Episode 1148 will first air in Japan on November 2, 2025, at 11:15 PM JST on Fuji TV. For international viewers, Crunchyroll will simulcast the episode at various times depending on the region. For example, it will be available at 7:15 AM Pacific Time (PT) and 10:15 AM Eastern Time (ET) on November 2, 2025. Netflix subscribers will generally see the episode released a week later.
Key Global Release Times for Crunchyroll (November 2, 2025):
- Pacific Time (PT): 7:15 AM
- Eastern Time (ET): 10:15 AM
- Japanese Standard Time (JST): 11:15 PM
The Egghead Arc Nears its Conclusion
Episode 1148 marks a major turning point in the ongoing Egghead Island arc, which is confirmed to be concluding by the end of 2025. The final episodes of this arc are considered essential viewing for fans, as they are poised to redefine the entire quest for the One Piece.
Future of the Anime: Production Changes Ahead
Toei Animation has announced significant changes to the “One Piece” anime’s production schedule beginning in 2026, coinciding with the highly anticipated start of the Elbaf Arc. The series will undergo a three-month production hiatus from January through March 2026. Following this break, the broadcast will be divided into two “cours” (parts) per year, totaling up to 26 new episodes annually. This restructuring aims to improve the pacing of the anime and better incorporate manga content, while also reducing strain on production.
