Following the world-building-heavy events of Episode 1165, One Piece appears ready to dive deeper into the central conflict of the Elbaf arc. Episode 1166 of One Piece is scheduled to be released on June 14, 2026. Toei Animation has released the official preview for the upcoming episode (via the official website), giving fans a clearer look at the Holy Knights’ next move after their intense arrival in Elbaf.
Titled “Encountering Loki – Gunko of the Knights of God,” Episode 1166 is expected to shift the focus from Elbaf’s peaceful atmosphere to the growing threat posed by the mysterious intruders. After spending much of the previous episode exploring Elbaf’s culture, library, and giant inhabitants, the story now seems ready to address the reason the Holy Knights have come to the island in the first place.
Series TitleOne PieceEpisode 1166 Release Date (on Crunchyroll)June 14, 2026Manga AuthorEiichiro OdaCurrent ArcElbaf ArcAnime Rating (IMDb) – as of June 8, 20269.0 / 10Where to WatchCrunchyroll, Netflix
One Piece Episode 1166: Global Release Date and Time
One Piece Episode 1166 is set to be released on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Japan on Fuji TV at 11:15 PM JST (via official website). International viewers will be able to see the episode through Crunchyroll shortly after the Japanese television broadcast.
Ripley from One Piece. | Credit: Toei Animation
Here are the expected release times across different regions –
Region / Time ZoneRelease DateRelease TimeUnited States Pacific (PDT)June 14, 20269:00 AMUnited States Mountain (MDT)June 14, 202610:00 AMUnited States Central (CDT)June 14, 202611:00 AMUnited States Eastern (EDT)June 14, 202612:00 PMCanada (Eastern Time)June 14, 202612:00 PMUnited States Alaska (AKDT)June 14, 20268:00 AMUnited States Hawaii-Aleutian (HST)June 14, 20266:00 AMMexico Central (CST)June 14, 202611:00 AMMexico Mountain (MST)June 14, 202610:00 AMBrazil (BRT)June 14, 20261:00 PMUnited Kingdom (GMT)June 14, 20264:00 PMEurope (CET)June 14, 20265:00 PMSouth Africa (SAST)June 14, 20265:00 PMUAE – Dubai (GST)June 14, 20267:00 PMIndia (IST)June 14, 20269:30 PMPhilippines (PHT)June 15, 202612:00 AMAustralia (AEDT)June 15, 20262:00 AMNew Zealand (NZDT)June 15, 20264:00 AM
Spoiler Alert !!!This section contains some spoilers from One Piece Episode 1165.
What to Expect From One Piece Episode 1166
The primary focus of Episode 1166 is expected to be the Holy Knights’ search for Prince Loki. In Episode 1165 of One Piece, Gunko and Shamrock revealed themselves while searching for Loki’s location. Therefore, the anime would most like provide more details about Prince Loki and the reason behind the Holy Knight’s search in the next episode.
The preview also hints at their direct encounter with Loki, which could provide long-awaited answers regarding his imprisonment and his connection to the giants of Elbaf. It is clear from the title of the upcoming episode that there is going to be more reveal about his status and the buildup of the Holy Knights’ presence after Gunko’s powerful show of power in episode 1165.
At the same time, the Straw Hats are expected to continue settling into Elbaf, although the peaceful atmosphere established in the previous episode may not last much longer. All in all, the presence of the Holy Knights who are hunting for Loki, combined with rising tension, can make Episode 1166 a point where Elbaf takes a turn towards a much more complex storyline.
Where to Watch One Piece Episode 1166
The episode can be viewed by Japanese fans using Fuji TV and other Japanese TV channels. And just like previous episodes, viewers from other parts of the world can stream the episode online through Crunchyroll shortly after its airing.
A still from the One Piece anime. | Credit: Toei Animation
The show is now available for streaming through Crunchyroll in various regions such as North America, Central America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand (according to Crunchyroll). Meanwhile, Netflix will be airing the episode at a later date with an additional 1 week delay depending on regional availability.
So, are you excited about how the Holy Knights’ presence escalates the situation in Elbaf? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
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