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Movies like One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream! (2003)

The best movies like One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream! (2003) are One Piece: Dead End Adventure (2003), One Piece Episode of Sabo: The Three Brothers' Bond - The Miraculous Reunion and the Inherited Will (2015) and One Piece: Clockwork Island Adventure (2001). If One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream! hooked you with its animation and action, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. One Piece: Dead End Adventure (2003)

    Desperate for cash, the Straw Hat Pirates enter a secret race between pirate crews known as the Dead End Competition. There, they must battle against powerful people, including the bounty hunter who wants to kill Gasparde and a climatic battle with Marine-turned-pirate Captain Gasparde.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & action

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  2. One Piece Episode of Sabo: The Three Brothers' Bond - The Miraculous Reunion and the Inherited Will (2015)

    From a brotherhood bound by three cups of sake, one brother’s story has yet to be told! Visiting Dressrosa under orders of the Revolutionary Army, Sabo’s top-secret mission derails when Doflamingo announces the grand prize for battling in the Colosseum. The tragedy at Marineford still weighing on his mind, Sabo reunites with his little brother to protect the promises they made with Ace. Now, they’ll fight in disguise for the Colosseum’s ultimate prize: Ace’s Flame-Flame Fruit.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both action & animation

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  3. One Piece: Clockwork Island Adventure (2001)

    Relaxing on a cozy beach, the Straw Hat Pirates are taking a rest from their quest. Right until Luffy noticed the Going Merry has been hijacked and sailed off from the beach. This leads them to search the ship and find the thief who took it from them. They ran into a duo named the Theif Brothers, who informed them that their ship was stolen by a group of pirates called the Trump Kyoudai. When they encountered the Trump Pirates, Nami ended up getting kidnapped as well as Luffy's hat. They tracked down the pirates to their base on Clockwork Island. Now Luffy, Zoro, Sanji, Usopp, and the Theif Brothers must reclaim the Going Merry, Save Nami, and get back Shank's straw hat.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both action & animation

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  4. One Piece: Chopper's Kingdom in the Strange Animal Island (2002)

    As the Straw Hat Pirates sail through the Grand Line, a sudden eruption of geysers beneath the Going Merry sends the crew flying over a nearby island. In the chaos, Chopper falls overboard and becomes separated from his friends. While Luffy and the others land on the far side of the island, Chopper finds himself hailed as the new king by the local animals. However, danger looms as a group of human “horn hunters” arrives. Their leader, Count Butler, is a violin-playing man who consumes horns to gain strength, and he seeks to devour the island’s greatest treasure to inherit immense power. Can Luffy and the crew stop Count Butler’s scheme and save the island? And will they be able to show Momambi that not all pirates are the villains he believes them to be?

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both action & animation

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  5. One Piece: Curse of the Sacred Sword (2004)

    The Straw Hat Pirates landed at Asuka Island, home of the most valuable sword in the world: The Seven Star Sword. Which was said to curse anyone who takes it in possession. When they got back to the Going Merry, they discovered that Zoro is missing from his guard duty. Before they could plan out a search party to relocate him. Luffy and friends escape from the port as Marines were on their tail. They found a new place to dock, which is near a village. Whose job is to keep the Seven Star Sword sealed. Soon it was attacked by the Marines, and among them is Zoro. Luffy and the others don't know why he's helping out the Marines. But it all comes to conclusion when Luffy encounters Saga: Zoro's childhood friend from Swordsman training.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & adventure

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  6. One Piece: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island (2005)

    The Straw Hats visit a recreational island, run by Baron Omatsuri, who asks them to complete a series of ordeals if they wish to stay on the island. Luffy accepts and the Straw Hats work together to complete them, but as the island's mysteries unfold, their lives and friendships are put to the test. It's up to Luffy to stop the Baron's plot and keep his crew together.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both action & animation

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  7. One Piece: The Movie (2000)

    There once was a pirate known as the Great Gold Pirate Woonan, who obtained almost one-third of the world's gold. Over the course of a few years, the pirate's existence faded, and a legend grew that he disappeared with his gold to a remote island, an island pirates continue to search for. Aboard the Going Merry, Luffy and his crew, starved and reckless, are robbed of their treasure. In an attempt to get it back, they wreck the getaway ship, guided by a young boy named Tobio, who's a captured part of El Drago's pirate crew. El Drago's love for gold has driven him to look for Woonan's island, and thanks to Woonan's treasure map, he finds it. During this time, Luffy's crew have been split up, and despite their own circumstances, they must find a way to stop El Drago from obtaining Woonan's gold.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both action & animation

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  8. One Piece: Giant Mecha Soldier of Karakuri Castle (2006)

    The Straw Hats visits an island, known as Mecha Island, where a fisherman sings an old folk song about a Golden Crown. Searching for that mysterious treasure, they find a hidden entrance into the island. The island's leader, Ratchet, impressed with the find and in search of the Golden Crown himself, invites the crew to join him in his search and the crew along with Ratchet and his henchmen enter the cave. As it turns out, the islands true form, is that of a giant turtle. Ratchet, who had known this all along, uses his mechanical castle to take control of the turtle, in order to use it, to take over the world. Now the Straw Hats have to stop not only Ratchet, but also the helpless turtle, from crashing into a nearby island.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & adventure

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  9. One Piece: Heart of Gold (2016)

    A girl named Olga is pursued by both the World Government and a man named Mad Treasure, as she is the only one who knows the location of the Pure Gold, a substance that can buy the entire world. Olga ends up sailing with the Straw Hat Pirates, and they journey to find the Pure Gold on the lost island of Alchemi, which is located inside the stomach of a large angler fish named Bonbori.

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  10. One Piece: Romance Dawn Story (2008)

    The Straw Hat Pirates send Luffy to look for food in the Mini Merry II, only for Luffy to get lost and deviate from the path. Then he meets Galley's ship, a pirate. Meanwhile on an island, they realize that Galley's pirate ship is approaching, and a young girl named Silk decides to fight to protect her treasure.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & adventure

  11. One Piece: Defeat the Pirate Ganzack! (1998)

    While Luffy and his crew of Zoro and Nami are starving on their small boat, they are attacked by a large monster. Nami is taken away, while Luffy and Zoro wash up on shore. There they meet a young girl, Medaka, and learn of the sad history of the island. The evil Pirate Ganzack has taken away all the men in the village and enslaved them, including Medaka's father. Now Luffy, Zoro, and Medaka must infiltrate Ganzack's base in order to rescue the villagers and Nami.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both action & animation

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  12. One Piece Episode of East Blue (2017)

    Experience the inspiring moments that launched Luffy and the first four members of his crew on their grand adventure to find the One Piece! It’s all here—from Shanks giving Luffy the straw hat, to Nami facing the Fish-Men at her hometown. Along the way, Zoro finds his swordsman’s zeal, Usopp pays for his pranks, and Sanji sizzles up the Baratie. Join the crew where it all began in the waters of East Blue.

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  13. One Piece: Stampede (2019)

    The world's boldest buccaneers set sail for the great Pirate Festival, where the Straw Hats join a mad-dash race to find Gol D. Roger's treasure. There's just one little problem: An old member of Roger's crew has a sinister score to settle.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & action

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  14. Luffy's Fall! The Unexplored Region - Grand Adventure in the Ocean's Navel (2000)

    The Straw Hat Pirates stumble upon an enormous hole in the ocean, at the bottom of which lies a mysterious island known as the "Ocean's Navel". The Straw Hat Pirates resolve to find the island's treasure, which can supposedly grant any wish, but the island's inhabitants possess agendas of their own for their new guests...

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & action

  15. Treasure Island (1999)

    Young Jim Hawkins and peg-legged Long John Silver set sail for adventure in Robert Louis Stevenson's classic tale of dastardly pirates, swashbuckling heroes, buried treasure and a young boy's amazing courage. The narrative diverges from that of the novel in that Captain Smollett convinces Squire Trelawney and Doctor Livesey to cut Jim out of his rightful share of the treasure and so Jim then teams up with Silver.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both adventure & action

  16. One Piece Film: GOLD (2016)

    The glittering Gran Tesoro, a city of entertainment beyond the laws of the government, is a sanctuary for the world’s most infamous pirates, Marines, and filthy rich millionaires. Drawn by dreams of hitting the jackpot, Captain Luffy and his crew sail straight for the gold. But behind the gilded curtains lies a powerful king whose deep pockets and deeper ambitions spell disaster for the Straw Hats and the New World alike.

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  17. One Piece Film: Strong World (2010)

    20 years after his escape from Impel Down, the legendary pirate Shiki, the Golden Lion, reappears causing massive upheaval to the Marines. During his long seclusion, he was able to come up with a scheme to bring the World Government to his knees. On his way to execute the plan, Shiki crosses paths with the Straw Hat Pirates and becomes so impressed with Nami's knowledge of meteorology that he abducts her to forcedly enlist her into his crew. Luffy and the gang end up on a strange land populated with monstrous beasts as they desperately search for Shiki and Nami.

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  18. One Piece: Episode of Skypiea (2018)

    The Straw Hats embark on a dangerous trip to the sky where their destination comes straight out of a fairytale. The island of Skypiea and its grand city of gold await among the clouds, but a clash of winged clans and a man who calls himself God won’t make things easy! Only Luffy can resist this God’s mighty power and light the mysteries of the past.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both action & adventure

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  19. One Piece Film: Z (2012)

    Zephyr, now known as Z, rides the seas with only one goal: Destroy all pirates and their dreams at becoming King of Pirates. When Luffy and his crew encounter him at sea, not only are they utterly defeated by the man with an arm made of Seastone, Nami, Robin, and Chopper are turned 10 years younger due to Z's minion Ain. Luffy is so determined to win against him that he does not even notice Z's master plan that could sacrifice thousands of lives.

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  20. One Piece Mugiwara Chase (2011)

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  21. One Piece Episode of Merry: The Tale of One More Friend (2013)

    On a test-run of the Mini Merry, Usopp tells Brook the story of the Going Merry, a ship that served the crew well. However, to the Straw Hats, the Going Merry was not just a ship: It was a priceless, irreplaceable friend. *Scenes have been recreated with brand-new animation.

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  22. Castle in the Sky (1986)

    A young boy and a girl with a magic crystal must race against pirates and foreign agents in a search for a legendary floating castle.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both adventure & animation

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  23. Cobra the Animation: The Psycho-Gun (2008)

    When Utopia More discovers an ancient record that holds the key to unlocking the secrets of the universe, she becomes the target of the ruthless Gypsy Doc of the Pirate Guild. Utopia finds herself saved by the easy-going yet legendary space pirate, Cobra, whose custom made Psychogun makes him a force to be reckoned with. Together, the two of them attempt to stop Gypsy Doc (along with Cobra's revived arch-nemesis, Crystal Boy) and his efforts to steal the record and use its secrets to rule the universe.

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both action & adventure

  24. One Piece "3D2Y": Overcome Ace's Death! Luffy's Vow to his Friends (2014)

    The special takes place during the two year before the Straw Hats reunite on Sabody. Luffy is currently in Rusukaina training to get stronger to take on the New World. However the training is interrupted when Hancock's sisters, Marigold and Sandersonia, are kidnapped by the Byrnndi World, a pirate who was locked away on Level 6 of Impel Down but escaped during Luffy's invasion to save Ace, in order to lure Hancock to him and use her as a hostage against the World Government due to her Shichibukai status. Thus Luffy and Hancock head off to confront him and save Hancock's sisters.

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  25. One Piece: The Desert Princess and the Pirates: Adventure in Alabasta (2007)

    The Straw Hat Pirates are on a quest to save the desert kingdom of Alabasta. A civil war brews among the sands, one started and stirred by the hand of none other than Crocodile and his corrupted Baroque Works gang. The stakes run ever higher as Princess Vivi's homeland threatens to tear itself apart. More than lives are on the line.

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  26. One Piece: Dream Soccer King! (2002)

    At a huge pillar stadium, the Grand Line Cup Final is being held. The "Straw Hat Pirate Team"(Luffy, Zoro, Usopp, Sanji, and Chopper) are having a tie breaker shoot out against the "Villian All Star Team"(Buggy, Bon Clay, Jango, Hatchan, and a soccer like head player named Odacchi). Everyone of them gets a turn in kicking the ball to the goal. While Coby is taking the goalie position, and isn't doing too good in blocking the goal. One after another, the game eventually comes to a sudden death match. Which team will win the Grand Line Cup?

    Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation

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  27. One Piece: Adventure of Nebulandia (2015)

    The Foxy Pirates challenge Luffy’s crew in the New World, but the fun and games go belly-up when the Navy’s most brilliant tactician steps in. Before the Straw Hats even know what hit them, they wind up on the island of Nebulandia, an infamous death trap for Devil Fruit users. Luffy must team up with his Davy Back nemesis for a harrowing rescue mission when Zoro, Sanji, and some Foxy Pirates are held hostage!

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action & animation

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  28. Pokémon: The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon (2006)

    A Pokémon scientist named Dr. Yung has invented a Mirage System that can recreate extinct Pokémon. Ash, Misty, and Professor Oak are asked to help test it out, but the Mirage System is suddenly taken over by a being called the Mirage Master! It's up to Ash and his friends to stop this mysterious villain - but when the Mirage Master steals classified Pokémon data and created a Mirage Pokémon so powerful that Ash and Pikachu can't defeat it, will out heroes still find a way to save the day?

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & action

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  29. Naruto: The Lost Story - Mission: Protect the Waterfall Village! (2003)

    Naruto and his friends must get back a jug of stolen holy water from a band of higher class ninjas.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & action

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  30. Sofia the First: The Floating Palace (2013)

    After Sofia helps a little mermaid named Oona, Sofia's amulet grants her the power to transform into a mermaid and visit her new friend's underwater kingdom. But when Cedric (disguised as a seamonster) plots to steal Oona's enchanted Mermaid Comb, danger surfaces for both worlds. With a little help from special guest, Princess Ariel, Sofia embarks on an adventure to rescue Oona and prevent a typhoon before it's too late.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & adventure

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What are the best movies like One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream!?

The closest matches to One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream! are One Piece: Dead End Adventure (2003), One Piece Episode of Sabo: The Three Brothers' Bond - The Miraculous Reunion and the Inherited Will (2015) and One Piece: Clockwork Island Adventure (2001). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream!?

People who watched One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream! most often go on to One Piece: Dead End Adventure (2003), One Piece Episode of Sabo: The Three Brothers' Bond - The Miraculous Reunion and the Inherited Will (2015) and One Piece: Clockwork Island Adventure (2001).

What is the highest-rated movie like One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream!?

Castle in the Sky (1986), rated 8.0/10 by 4,884 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream!?

One Piece: Stampede (2019) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there Japanese movies like One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream!?

Yes: One Piece: Dead End Adventure (2003), One Piece Episode of Sabo: The Three Brothers' Bond - The Miraculous Reunion and the Inherited Will (2015) and One Piece: Clockwork Island Adventure (2001).

How are movies similar to One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream! chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside One Piece Special: Open Upon the Great Sea! A Father's Huge, HUGE Dream!, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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