Casting Crocodile in Netflix’s One Piece Live Action Season 2: All About Mr. 0’s Actor

On September 18, 2024, Joe Manganiello was officially cast as the live-action actor for Crocodile in Netflix’s highly anticipated One Piece Live Action Season 2. The casting process was kept under wraps, meaning the selection standards for the role were not disclosed to the public. However, Manganiello’s impressive career serves as a testament to his suitability for this iconic character.

Joe Manganiello is well-recognized for his performances in films such as Spider-Man (2002) and Justice League, as well as his roles in popular TV series including How I Met Your Mother. Fans have long favored him for the role of Mr. 0 from Baroque Works due to his commanding presence and antagonistic persona, traits that have defined many of his past roles.

Discovering Joe Manganiello: The Actor Behind Crocodile in Netflix’s One Piece Live Action Season 2

Joe Manganiello is an American actor, previously married to the acclaimed Colombian-American actress Sofia Vergara until their separation in early 2024. He began his journey in the entertainment world as a theater actor, but it wasn’t until 2002 that he landed his first film role in Out of Courage 2: Out for Vengeance.

In the same year, he achieved significant recognition for portraying Flash Thompson in the original Spider-Man film, and he reprised this role in the franchise’s third installment. Flash Thompson is one of the key antagonists from the Spider-Man comic series. Following this, he took on the character of Deathstroke in Zack Snyder’s Justice League, further cementing his reputation as a formidable actor.

Manganiello has also appeared in several renowned TV shows, including the hit sitcom How I Met Your Mother and The Big Bang Theory. Additionally, he has made guest appearances on popular web series like YouTube’s Good Mythical Morning.

Why Joe Manganiello is the Ideal Choice for Crocodile

Crocodile as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation) — Crocodile as depicted in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)

Joe Manganiello had been a popular fan-casting choice since early 2021, with many speculating that he would be the perfect fit for Crocodile in Netflix’s One Piece Live Action Season 2.

The primary reasons for this belief include his charismatic antagonist aura and robust physique, both of which align perfectly with the formidable character of Crocodile from the Baroque Works. His performances as Flash and Deathstroke should assure fans that he is an outstanding casting decision for the first major villain that the Straw Hat Pirates will encounter on the Grand Line.

Crocodile’s Role as Mr. 0 in One Piece (Spoilers Ahead)

Known primarily as Mr. 0, Crocodile leads the notorious Baroque Works criminal organization. This codename served to disguise his identity as a Warlord of the Sea.

Warlords are recognized pirates allied with the World Government, which allows them to have their bounties frozen. Crocodile’s ultimate goal was to oppose the World Government through his ambitious plan, Operation Utopia.

Operation Utopia aimed to overthrow King Cobra, the ruler of Arabasta, and unearth an Ancient Weapon hidden within the kingdom, striving to create a utopia powerful enough to challenge the World Government.

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