Netflix Selects Ideal Star for Mr. 2 in the Hit Series Third Season
Baroque Works is set to play a huge role in the forthcoming season on Netflix of One Piece, though the real showdown won’t unfold until season 3, and a adored, fan-favorite member has just been cast.
Netflix announced recently that Cole Escola is now part of the One Piece season 3 cast and will play Mr. 2. Bon Clay has the ability to morph into an perfect replica of any individual they’ve laid a hand on with their main hand. The actor, who is identifies as non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, will portray a rendition of that figure re-envisioned as non-binary identifying, instead of as a drag artist, in the real-life adaptation, differing from the original manga and cartoon version.
Escola is joined by multiple recently announced actors set to bring Baroque Works to life, such as leader the main antagonist, portrayed by the well-known actor, Sophia Anne Caruso as Miss Goldenweek, and a familiar face, who is also part of the cast as King Nefertari Cobra of Alabasta.
Although Bon Clay is a major member of the organization, the persona won’t appear until One Piece the upcoming installment. Considering the second season set to cover the Little Garden storyline, this marks a notable change in the placement of their first appearance, one that could indicate additional alterations to the narrative framework.
Their mix of precise humor and deep sensitivity makes them a ideal selection for the part. Besides their current animated role in the youth-focused cartoon movie Boys Go to Jupiter, they earned widespread acclaim and several accolades for creating and performing in the successful stage production Oh Mary!, showcasing the versatility they’ll contribute to one of One Piece’s highly regarded roles.
The streaming service’s real-life One Piece series is due to premiere for its season two on March 10th, 2026.