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The Secret Organization is poised to play a huge role in the next installment of Netflix’s show of One Piece, even if the major clash won’t unfold until the third season, and a adored, audience-beloved 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. The role possesses the power to morph into an exact copy of any individual they’ve made contact with with their main hand. The performer, who is non-binary and prefers they/them pronouns, will depict a version of that figure reinterpreted as non-binary, rather than as a drag artist, in the live-action series, as in the source material and cartoon version.

Escola joins multiple new cast members set to bring the organization to the screen, featuring chief Sir Crocodile, portrayed by the well-known actor, a talented actress as Miss Goldenweek, and an accomplished actor, who will appear as the cast as King Nefertari Cobra of the desert kingdom.

Though the role is a important part of Baroque Works, the character won’t appear until One Piece season 3. Given season 2 set to cover the Little Garden segment, this represents a significant shift in the schedule of their first appearance, one that could suggest more adjustments to the narrative framework.

Escola’s blend of sharp comedic timing and profound feeling makes them a standout choice for the part. In addition to their latest vocal work in the youth-focused cartoon movie Boys Go to Jupiter, they garnered significant recognition and several accolades for writing and starring in the popular theatrical show Oh Mary!, highlighting the adaptability they’ll contribute to one of One Piece’s highly regarded figures.

Netflix's live-action One Piece show is due to premiere for its season two on March 10th, 2026.