Fans of the beloved anime series One Piece are eagerly awaiting Episode 1142, titled ‘Come in, World – Vegapunk’s Message’. Originally scheduled for release on Sunday, August 31, 2025, the episode’s airing has been delayed. However, there is a new release date on the horizon that fans can look forward to.
The anime, which serves as an adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s iconic manga, is currently delving into the Egghead Arc. In Episode 1141, viewers witnessed exciting developments, including the spectacular return of the Giant Warrior Pirates to aid Luffy and the Straw Hats, as well as intense confrontations featuring Luffy’s Gear 5 against Saturn and Sanji facing off with Kizaru.
Episode 1142 promises to escalate the existing tensions, with implications of Dr. Vegapunk’s notorious message leading to further action-packed moments. Consequently, fans were understandably excited to see what transpires. While the delay might be disappointing, there is a silver lining: a new release date has been confirmed.
Release Date and Delay Information
The much-anticipated Episode 1142 of One Piece has been postponed by one week, now set to premiere on September 7, 2025.
Such delays are not uncommon in the series; Toei Animation frequently schedules short breaks to ensure the health and well-being of its animators and maintain the show’s high standards, particularly during intensive arcs like Egghead.
Eiichiro Oda has previously remarked on the grueling nature of the production schedule, with these pauses allowing creative teams some much-needed relief. The year 2025 has already challenged fans’ endurance with unprecedented events, including a six-month hiatus in October 2024 that marked the longest break in the anime’s history before the continuation of the Egghead Arc in April 2025.
While the recent postponement might feel aggravating given the momentum that was building, many viewers understand that the health of the creative team is of utmost importance—making the wait worthwhile.
Episode 1142 Release Time
In the United States, One Piece Episode 1142 is scheduled to become available on streaming platforms at 11:45 AM ET on September 7, 2025.
The episode will first air in Japan and will be accessible worldwide shortly thereafter, debuting at 11:15 PM JST. For fans in other time zones, here are the corresponding release times:
- 8:45 AM PT
- 11:45 AM ET
- 4:45 PM UK
- 1:45 AM Australia (September 8)
- 3:45 AM New Zealand (September 8)
How to Watch
The premier platform for streaming all episodes of One Piece, including the ongoing Egghead Arc Part 2, is Crunchyroll.
While Netflix also offers the series, new episodes typically arrive about a week later than their Crunchyroll counterparts. Though Netflix does not provide a free trial, Crunchyroll does allow new and qualified subscribers a seven-day free trial—though fans may need additional time to binge their favorite episodes.
For dedicated anime enthusiasts, subscribing to Crunchyroll is a commendable investment, as it features both subbed and dubbed versions of a vast array of popular series. Subscription prices range from $7.99 to $15.99 per month, depending on the chosen plan.
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