The long-running anime One Piece has now stepped into one of its most talked-about storylines, and fans have been waiting for this moment for years. After the events of the Egghead arc wrapped up in episode 1155, attention has now shifted to Elbaph, the land of giants. With episode 1156 coming up, viewers are already looking for details on when and where they can watch it.
Going by the schedule, episode 1156 will release on Saturday, April 11, 2026, on Netflix in India. Before that, it is expected to stream on Crunchyroll on Sunday, April 5, following the usual weekly rollout.
The release pattern remains the same as earlier. New episodes first drop on Crunchyroll every Sunday, and then they come to Netflix the following Saturday. This system has been followed for recent episodes as well.
For viewers tracking global timings, episode 1156 is expected to premiere on Crunchyroll at 7:15 AM Pacific Standard Time, 10:15 AM Eastern Standard Time, and 3:15 PM British Summer Time, assuming there are no delays. The Netflix release follows a few days later depending on the region.
The preview hints at a celebratory tone, with a large banquet welcoming the crew. In the world of One Piece, such feasts usually mark new alliances or the start of a fresh chapter. At the same time, these moments often hide bigger developments that unfold later.
The episode is expected to show early interactions between the Straw Hats and the giants, along with hints about future conflicts or mysteries tied to Elbaph.
On the other side, the Straw Hats dealt with the emotional impact of Vegapunk’s situation. However, a reveal brought some relief to the crew, and the episode ended on a lighter note with celebrations as they set sail toward Elbaph.
With episode 1156, the story moves into a new phase. While it begins on a festive note, the Elbaph arc is expected to play a bigger role in the overall narrative going forward.
When and where to watch episode 1156
As per an update shared by Netflix Anime on its official X account, the new episode will arrive soon. The post read, "Next stop, the long-awaited Island of the Giants: Elbaph! Sail into ONE PIECE Elbaph Arc this April 11 on Netflix."Going by the schedule, episode 1156 will release on Saturday, April 11, 2026, on Netflix in India. Before that, it is expected to stream on Crunchyroll on Sunday, April 5, following the usual weekly rollout.
The release pattern remains the same as earlier. New episodes first drop on Crunchyroll every Sunday, and then they come to Netflix the following Saturday. This system has been followed for recent episodes as well.
For viewers tracking global timings, episode 1156 is expected to premiere on Crunchyroll at 7:15 AM Pacific Standard Time, 10:15 AM Eastern Standard Time, and 3:15 PM British Summer Time, assuming there are no delays. The Netflix release follows a few days later depending on the region.
What to expect from the Elbaph arc
Episode 1156, titled “The Long-sought Elbaph! The Big Reunion Banquet,” will show the Straw Hat Pirates finally reaching Elbaph. This location has been teased in the story for a long time, often linked to powerful giants and old traditions.The preview hints at a celebratory tone, with a large banquet welcoming the crew. In the world of One Piece, such feasts usually mark new alliances or the start of a fresh chapter. At the same time, these moments often hide bigger developments that unfold later.
The episode is expected to show early interactions between the Straw Hats and the giants, along with hints about future conflicts or mysteries tied to Elbaph.
What happened in episode 1155
The previous episode mainly wrapped up the Egghead storyline. It showed how events were carefully planned by Vegapunk, even hinting that things were not exactly as they seemed. There were also major developments involving the World Government, including Saturn’s fate and changes among the Five Elders.On the other side, the Straw Hats dealt with the emotional impact of Vegapunk’s situation. However, a reveal brought some relief to the crew, and the episode ended on a lighter note with celebrations as they set sail toward Elbaph.
About the anime
One Piece follows the journey of Monkey D. Luffy, a pirate aiming to become the Pirate King. After gaining special abilities from a Devil Fruit, he travels across the seas with his crew, searching for the legendary treasure left behind by Gol D. Roger.With episode 1156, the story moves into a new phase. While it begins on a festive note, the Elbaph arc is expected to play a bigger role in the overall narrative going forward.
