Netflix Casts Spot-On Performer for Mr. 2 in the Hit Series Third Season
Baroque Works is geared up to play a huge role in the forthcoming season on Netflix of One Piece, even if the true confrontation won’t unfold until the third season, and a cherished, popular member has recently been selected.
The streaming service revealed this week that Cole Escola is now part of the One Piece upcoming season’s lineup and will play Mr. 2. Bon Clay has the ability to change into an exact copy of anyone they’ve made contact with with their right hand. Escola, who is non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, will depict a version of that character reimagined as gender non-binary, instead of as a drag queen, in the live-action show, as in the initial comic and animated series.
The new cast member will work alongside multiple fresh additions tasked with bringing the group to life, including chief the main antagonist, brought to life by the seasoned performer, an emerging star as Miss Goldenweek, and Sendhil Ramamurthy, who also joins the ensemble as King Nefertari Cobra of Alabasta.
Even though the role is a key figure of the group, the persona won’t make their debut One Piece the upcoming installment. Considering season 2 set to cover the Little Garden segment, this represents a significant shift in the timing of Bon Clay’s introduction, one that could signal additional alterations to the narrative framework.
The actor’s combination of excellent comedic sense and emotional depth makes them a perfect fit for the role. In addition to their latest vocal work in the animated feature Boys Go to Jupiter, they garnered significant recognition and multiple awards for creating and performing in the hit comedy play Oh Mary!, showcasing the versatility they’ll contribute to one of One Piece’s most celebrated characters.
Netflix's live-action One Piece show is scheduled to come back for its second season on March 10th, 2026.
