Gear up, Disney fans — or should we say, gear up Luffy-style? McDonald’s has officially confirmed the release date for one of the wildest crossover collaborations we’ve seen in a long time: One Piece meets SpongeBob SquarePants, and it’s coming to a Happy Meal near you.
What Is This Crossover?
If you haven’t seen the promotional trailer yet, prepare yourself. McDonald’s, Toei Animation, and Nickelodeon have teamed up for a mashup that reimagines your favorite Bikini Bottom residents as characters from the beloved One Piece anime and the results are absolutely glorious. SpongeBob dons Luffy’s iconic straw hat and red vest, Patrick steps into the role of sword-wielding Roronoa Zoro, Mrs. Puff channels the fearsome Big Mom, and Mermaid Man shows up as Monkey D.
Garp, among others.The key visual alone is a lot to take in a reimagined pirate ship blending Bikini Bottom aesthetics with the Grand Line, complete with a McDonald’s Happy Meal box sprouting skeletal arms and legs. Totally unhinged. Totally brilliant.
When and Where?
McDonald’s has confirmed the promotion launches September 15, 2026 in the United States, with the rollout happening sequentially across more than 66 countries and regions worldwide. That includes markets across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Oceania making this one of the most expansive Happy Meal campaigns McDonald’s has ever run.
The Happy Meal toys bring the mashup to life with 13 collectible figures total, each featuring SpongeBob characters reimagined in One Piece form. Whether you’re a longtime anime fan or just a SpongeBob devotee, there’s a toy in this set that’s going to make you smile.
Two Massive Fandoms, One Happy Meal
This collaboration is a big deal for both franchises. One Piece has continued its global takeover — between the hit Netflix live-action series and the long-running anime while SpongeBob SquarePants remains one of the most recognizable animated brands on the planet. Seeing them collide in a McDonald’s campaign that spans 66 markets is a pretty remarkable moment for both fan communities.
Whether you’re grabbing one for the kids or, let’s be real, for yourself, this is one Happy Meal drop you’ll want to mark on your calendar.
Will you be hunting down these Happy Meal toys when they drop on September 15th? Which mashup character are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments!
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