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Dragon Ball is hands down one of the most popular Shonen franchises ever created, and the way it is written is absolutely perfect. Akira Toriyama crafted this masterpiece the way he wanted to, and fans have loved and appreciated it ever since.

Its story or its protagonist does not need any needless changes or baseless modifications. Thankfully, this is also the sentiment of Sean Schemmel, the English voice actor of Son Goku.

Schemmel left some pretty direct statements about his views on anyone trying to change a masterpiece like Dragon Ball. This aspect of him also proves just how involved he is in his work and the level of respect he has for Akira Toriyama.

Sean Schemmel wants to keep Dragon Ball as original as possible

In an interview at Awesome Con 2022, Sean Schemmel became candid about his love for Dragon Ball and Goku. He also discussed his process of...

Yoko Kawanami, the Japanese voice actor behind two popular Dragon Ball roles and more, has died at age 67. Her talent agency, Aoni Production, revealed that she passed away on March 18, 2025, due to peritoneal metastasis.

Via Oricon, Kawanami was undergoing medical treatment for peritoneal metastasis (peritoneal cancer), a condition where cancer spreads to the peritoneum from other organs. Although she passed away on March 18, her death wasn’t announced to the public until March 27, 2025. Out of respect for Kawanami and her family, a private wake and funeral attended by those closest to her was already held.

Aoni Production released a statement regarding Kawanami's passing, which reads, "Yoko Kawanami (67 years old), an employee of our company, had been undergoing medical treatment for some time and passed away on March 18, 2025, after being treated for peritoneal metastasis for which no medication was effective. We want to express our deepest gratitude for the kindness shown...

Dragon Ball has a massive legacy of over four decades. The most important character of the franchise is undoubtedly the protagonist, Son Goku. Since he was a child, Goku was voiced by Masako Nozawa, the legendary voice actress whose voice can be heard in every installment of the Dragon Ball franchise.

Goku and Gohan from Dragon Ball Z | Credits: Toei Animation

Nozawa has seen a lot of things during her work and experience as a Va, but even she, who has been with the adaptation for the longest time, was not prepared to see the extremely quick pacing in one of the installments.

The essence-focused version of Dragon Ball Z

The streamlined retelling of Dragon Ball Z led to the creation of an installment that had only the main content and no fillers, with a more faithful adaptation. This installment was Dragon Ball Kai, which aired in 2009.

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Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z covers so much ground over the course of nearly 300 episodes. Dragon Ball Z reaches increasingly grandiose heights with each new story arc, even the more contentious sagas. The Garlic Jr. Saga is ten episode arc that first aired in 1991, and is often remembered by Dbz fans as a polarizing palate cleanser between Frieza and Cell.

The Garlic Jr. Saga has faced harsh criticism for its filler status and ultimately being derivative of Dead Zone. That said, there’s a lot more to this underrated filler arc that goes overlooked because fans are so quick to dismiss the Garlic Jr. Saga.

The Garlic Jr. Saga Was Written By Katsuyuki Sumisawa, Not Akira Toriyama Sumisawa Is A Shonen Anime Legend

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For the first time, the original Americanized Dragon Ball Z soundtrack is available to stream legally in the United States. This surprising update comes courtesy of Fandango at Home.

Toei Animation recently announced that Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super are now available to own digitally via Fandango’s digital video store. The announcement post on X (formerly Twitter) promoted the new release by highlighting the growing library of Dragon Ball-related titles available on Fandango. However, the announcement didn’t mention that the new Dbz digital release includes the original Americanized soundtrack by Faulconer Productions as a default option when viewing the episodes.

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Fandango’s inclusion of Dragon Ball Z’s Faulconer Productions soundtrack is surprising, as modern-day releases...

Magical girl anime has been a staple of the broader anime genre for decades. As the 2000s shifted into the 2010s, magical girl anime shifted with it. Series like Sailor Moon or Magical Lyrical Nanoha have captivated fans of the subgenre in the past and featured melodramatic stories to coincide with spectacular battles. There were still plenty of lighthearted titles from the 2010s, but shows that dealt with darker themes started becoming more prominent.

It's common for many people in the anime community to see the 2010s as the decade when magical girl titles leaned into being edgy and serious. More popular titles from the past decade indeed subverted conventional tropes, but not all of them were strictly dark. Many used these bleak story beats to reinforce themes of hope and prevailing through despair. Even in the face of overwhelming odds, most of these shows remind their audience that there...

With Dragon Ball Z Kai sadly finishing up its run on Cartoon Network's Toonami programming block, viewers have been wondering for some time now about what might happen with the time slot. While it was speculated that Kai might begin to loop and start again, it seems that Cartoon Network has other plans -- specifically, for One Pieceanime fans.

Previously, the Cn News/Schedules account on X (formerly Twitter) had reported that Dragon Ball Z Kai would be looping back to episode one, hinting at Toonami only having the rights to the first 47 episodes of Kai. However, it seems plans have changed, with the same account reporting that the scheduling changes have gone in a different direction. The scheduling change was also backed up by an Adult Swim news X account, as seen below.

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In the world of anime and mangas, one name keeps popping up, proving its undeniable passion from fans worldwide. Akira Toriyama's greatest title celebrated its 40th birthday last year, which we will be celebrating in this article. Dragon Ball Daima ended its 20-episode run a few minutes ago, but we couldn't have been happier to have new Goku-related content in 2025. What made Dragon Ball successful? How did it turn into this phenomenon? Why do we always want more stories with Goku, Vegeta and the rest of the fighters? Before we go all in with Toei Animation's anime, Bandai Namco's video games and even real life stuff, let's go back to the basics with the original work, Akira Toriyama's manga. Table of contents Celebrating 40 Years of the Manga The Evolution of Dragon Ball Dragon Ball's Worldwide Appeal The Anime's Impact on Pop Culture A Few Numbers to...

Anime fans are in for an exciting night on Feb. 27, 2025, when Adult Swim’s Toonami will be partnering with local anime event Trap Sushi for an exclusive anime screening. The event is reportedly "never to be seen, never to be watched," and attendees will get the first and only look at the mysterious screening.

Per an X (formerly Twitter) post from Trap Sushi, the event will feature cosplay, dancing, gaming, sushi and a never-before-seen screening of an unnamed anime. The event will be hosted at Atlanta’s Monday Night Garage on Feb. 27 from 10 p.m.-2 a.m, with tickets starting at $20.00. The event's announcement features a graphic from Toonami’s 2024 Rewind Lineup video, and promises, "a very (Very) special anime screening, never to be seen, Never To Be Watched."

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In a recent interview, three former Dragon Ball editors, Kazuhiko Torishima, Yu Kondo, and Fuyuto Takeda, shared insights about the creation of Trunks.

Speaking on the Feb 22, 2025, episode of the KosoKoso podcast, the editors revealed that when Trunks first appeared in the manga, effortlessly defeating Frieza, even series creator Akira Toriyama had not yet decided on the character’s identity or backstory.

It was only later that Toriyama connected Trunks to Vegeta and Bulma, declaring, “Okay, Bulma marries Vegeta.”

This revelation stunned the editorial team, as Bulma had shown no prior romantic interest in Vegeta.

Some editors suggested that the relationship should be further explored and explained in detail, but Toriyama dismissed the idea with a casual, “Eh, more or less.”

This, they explained, was reflective of his storytelling philosophy, i.e., avoiding excessive planning, introducing new ideas on the spot, and changing things whenever they became inconvenient or uninteresting.

Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ballis one of the most beloved anime series of all-time, but this doesn’t mean it’s perfect. Dragon Ball chronicles the continued adventures of Goku and his powerful friends who will do whatever it takes to protect their planet from destruction. Dragon Ball is full of unforgettable moments, intense action sequences, and cathartic character development, but it’s still a highly formulaic series that’s not going to be for everyone.

Dragon Ball takes many standard shonen tropes and pushes them to groundbreaking new places, but this doesn’t mean anything to those who have already presumed the worst. It’s very easy to make certain assumptions about Dragon Ball based on the franchise’s mainstream popularity and how it’s advertised to the world. This only reflects a fraction of what Dragon Ball represents. Many anime fans are quick to dismiss Dragon Ball and...

Akira Toriyama originally intended to conclude Dragon Ball with the Cell saga, but strong editorial pressure forced him to extend the series, according to a recent interview with three former Dragon Ball editors: Kazuhiko Torishima, Yu Kondo, and Fuyuto Takeda.

This was revealed during a recent episode of KosoKoso podcast on Feb 22, 2025.

During the conversation, they confirmed that Toriyama repeatedly expressed his desire to conclude the series during the final phase of the Cell saga.

According to them, the editorial team did not fully grasp his intentions, believing the series could continue in a different direction even after the Cell Saga’s conclusion.

Due to the franchise’s massive popularity, the pressure to keep the series running overruled the author’s creative wishes.

However, Takeda had sided with the author and sought ways to ease his workload.

He supported Toriyama’s desire to end the series, though the pressure from...

It's official. Dragon Ball Z was meant to end with the conclusion of the "Cell Saga," according to the former editors of the late Akira Toriyama.

While fans have often speculated, there’s now confirmation that the "Cell Saga" in Dragon Ball Z was initially intended to close out the series during its publication in Shonen Jump magazine. This surprise reveal was announced by Toriyama’s former Dragon Ball editors: Kazuhiko Torishima, Yu Kondo and Fuyuto Takeda. The legendary trio were interviewed for the Feb. 22, 2025, episode of KosoKoso, a podcast hosted by Yuji Horii (Dragon Quest) and Torishima -- who was forever immortalized by Toriyama as Dr. Mashirito in Dr. Slump.

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Anime heroes don't get any more iconic than Goku. While everyone knows what Goku looks like, not everyone has the same idea of who he is as a character. This isn't just a result of him having been written by many people other than his creator, Akira Toriyama, but from Western fans having been exposed to Dragon Ball Z in a much different form than its original one. As embodied by his iconic speech to Frieza on Namek, the English and Japanese versions of Dragon Ball portray vastly different versions of Goku.

To fans who grew up with the '90s Funimation dub or Dragon Ball Z Kai, Goku is a serious and good-hearted, but still innocently charming, hero of justice. Those who've watched the Japanese version of Dragon Ball Z, or who simply watched the first Dragon Ball anime beforehand, know that while there are similarities between the two Gokus,...

As Dragon Ball Daima races toward the finish line, more information about the series' latest anime is being revealed. Akio Iyoku, an executive producer of the Dragon Ball franchise, recently revealed further details about Daima's target audience.

A new interview with Iyoku about the development of Daima was recently published online. Iyoku explained that even though Daima was marketed to celebrate the franchise’s 40th anniversary, it wasn’t created with the monumental event in mind. Instead, delaying Daima’sinitial 2023 air date for 2024 -- when Dragon Ball would be celebrating its 40th year -- was merely a happy accident. Additionally, Iyoku revealed who Dragon Ball Daima is really intended for.

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Dragon Ball Z Kai fans receive disappointing news about the Toonami airings on Cartoon Network, which doesn't bode well for the anime block's future.

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March won't be a great month for Dragon Ball fans subscribed to Cartoon Network. The animation channel's Toonami block will experience a significant loss in content related to Dragon Ball Z Kai.

According to the Cn News/Schedules account on X (formerly Twitter), the Toonami airings of Dragon Ball Z Kai will loop back to the anime's first episode on March 8, 2025, instead of continuing with the "Frieza" saga. This is a serious blow because the next episode is the iconic introduction of Super Saiyan Goku. To put things in perspective, it would be like if Crunchyroll stopped premiering new episodes of Dragon Ball Daima just before the introduction of Super Saiyan 4 Goku in Episode 18.

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Dragon Ball Super Volume 24 now has an official release date, but the series' future remains uncertain even with the new one-shot story reveal.

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Love it or hate it, Dragon Ball Super is the series that made Dragon Ball cool again for modern anime fans. Dragon Ball Z will always stand as the narrative triumph of Akira Toriyama’s masterwork, but even Dragon Ball Kai felt a bit dated around 2015 when Dragon Ball Super began airing. It wouldn’t be hyperbole to claim that Ultra Instinct Goku not only saved the multiverse during the Tournament of Power, he also saved the Dragon Ball franchise in the eyes of the next generation. Considering how instrumental Dragon Ball Super has been in repopularizing the series for a new wave of Dragon Ball fans, the complete lack of hype around the manga’s recently announced return should be utterly baffling.

It actually makes sense that no one would be talking about Dragon Ball Super's upcoming new one-shot story on February 20th, though, considering that most Dragon Ball...

Anime-loving Netflix subscribers are set to have an excellent March this year, as the highest-rated anime series of all time will soon join the streaming service. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End will reportedly make its Netflix premiere on March 1, 2025, alongside other anime favorites.

According to the Coming Soon tab on Netflix, the critically acclaimed fantasy series will be added to the streaming service this March. A social media user named @/DanotazMedia shared screenshots of the Netflix anime announcements on X (formerly Twitter), which were later backed up by What's on Netflix's March 2025 update. In addition to Frieren, Netflix will also receive Cells At Work! Code Black, the spinoff series of 2018’s Cells at Work -- also recently added on Netflix. Feb. 27, 2025, will also see the addition of Puniru wa Kawaii Slime (Puniru Is a Cute Slime), which premiered on Oct. 6, 2024.

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Hulu is losing some big name shows from Toei Animation, and we’ll let you know where to stream them now.

With all the streaming services available nowadays, it’s a wonder that shows and movies don’t disappear from a given service more often. That’s a small comfort to subscribers who see their favorites suddenly gone from their libraries; however, anime fans on Hulu are now discovering how fast a show can be pulled. As of Feb. 1, Hulu lost several seasons of top anime titles like “Dragon Ball,” “Digimon Adventure,” and “One Piece.” We’ll let you know where you can find the removed titles below!

Key Details: Seasons or entire series of eight shows have been pulled from Hulu. Crunchyroll and Netflix are good alternatives for streaming these titles. Hulu still has a wide selection of anime shows available. 30-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month hulu.com

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February will be a sad month for Dragon Ball fans. Hulu, one of the largest streaming services in North America, is about to lose much of its massive catalog of Dragon Ball-related programming.

Although an official announcement has yet to be made by Hulu on its main page, subscribers have noticed that various Dragon Ball shows, like Dragon Ball Super, list an expiration date for when these programs will no longer be available to stream. The official Hulu support account on X (formerly Twitter) has directly acknowledged the upcoming purge of Dragon Ball content on its service. Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Gt and Dragon Ball Super will soon be unavailable to stream on Hulu on Feb. 1, 2025.

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In the wake of its previous accidental Dragon Ball Daima finale reveal, North American streaming service Hulu has made a quiet update to its list of releases coming to the platform this February.

Per its original Hulu February 2025 schedule, "Dragon Ball Daima: Finale (Subbed)" was scheduled to be released on Feb. 28, 2025. This was the first official confirmation of the series’ finale release date, although there had already been wide speculation that the series would be 20 episodes in length. However, only a few days after the inadvertent leak, Hulu has now removed "Dragon Ball Daima: Finale (Subbed)" from its list of February 2025 releases completely. As of writing, the streamer has not made any official comments about the title’s removal from the schedule or its streaming date of the Dragon Ball Daima season finale.

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2024 marked a new chapter in the Dragon Ball franchise. During the fall anime season, we were introduced to a new great adventure with Goku, Vegeta, Piccolo, Shin and other characters from Dragon Ball Daima . The fifth series of the franchise (if you don't count Dragon Ball Z Kai ), this new show brings up plenty of questions that need answering. Fear not, I’ll get right into it! Note: Spoilers for Dragon Ball Daima up to episode 12. Overview Story Changes and Updates to Dragon Ball Lore Mini Form New Realm New Characters Where does Dragon Ball Daima fit in the franchise? Dragon Ball Daima's Creation Trailer Dragon Ball Daima 's Story During a time of supposed peace, our favorite two fighters, Goku and Vegeta, never stop doing what they're best at: sparring. Saiyans are known to love a good fight and have this drive to keep getting stronger, even after...

Premiering over 30 years ago, the original Sailor Moon anime is still a classic that introduced a generation to the anime medium and magical-girl genre. Now, it's set to return to a nostalgic programming block that hosted the series many moons ago.

Via a social media post on Toonami's official Facebook page, the end of January will see Sailor Moon airing on Adult Swim's Toonami block. This announcement comes not too long after one version of Toonami was officially retired. While some exact details are still scarce, it's the perfect series to add to the revived retro programming, especially given one of the other shows that will be involved.

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Recommending anime to those who are not familiar with the art form can be difficult. It would make sense to tell a friend to watch what's most popular, but in many cases, that might not be the best course of action. The most acclaimed and celebrated anime of all time, like Dragon Ball, One Piece, and Naruto, are all hundreds of episodes in length for one controversial reason: copious amounts of filler.

A perpetual point of contention, filler is used throughout the anime sphere for a wide variety of reasons. If a series is running alongside its source material, the anime might have to add some of its own original content so as not to catch up to its manga counterpart. Other times, an anime series might want to expand on its universe in a way its source material could not. Whatever the reason, there are thousands of anime fans...

The latest episode of Dragon Ball Daima continues the series’ trend of unbelievable revelations regarding established characters, such as Piccolo. However, this brand-new revelation deals with a commonly forgotten aspect of Piccolo’s character that goes all the way back to Dragon Ball Z.

Dragon Ball Daima Episode 11 elaborated on the Namekians born from the Demon Realm through Neva, the elder Namek who created the Demon Realm Dragon Balls and the Tamagami guardians. More specifically, the episode teased the history between Neva and Katatz, the Namekian that gave birth to the Nameless Namekian, who split in two to create Demon King Piccolo and Guardian Kami.

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Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball is a foundational anime classic that celebrates heightened storytelling, incredible adventures, and unforgettable fight sequences that are out of this world. There are plenty of reasons that Dragon Ball has become an evergreen success, but it’s a lot harder to fall in love with this world and its characters without captivating voice actors who successfully bring it all to life. Dragon Ball’s original Japanese version features some remarkable voice actors, such as Masako Nozawa, Ryo Horikawa, and Toshio Furukawa.

There’s a lot of pressure that’s put on English voice actors when beloved anime receive dubs, especially for a franchise like Dragon Ball. It’s been a long process, but Funimation — now Crunchyroll — has established a signature identity for their flagship anime that’s truly resonated with fans. There are some extremely accomplished English voice actors who are associated with Dragon Ball,...

Dragon Ball Z is bigger than ever, and luckily for fans, the series is widely available on multiple streaming services. Many fans of anime all around the world were introduced to the medium through the Dragon Ball franchise, particularly Dragon Ball Z. The show did a lot to propel anime as a whole to the international stage, and its impact is still felt as the series have inspired many manga and anime.

Dragon Ball Z is an anime based on the second part of Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball manga. The series originally ran from April 1989 to January 1996 for a whopping 291 episodes. It was followed by Dragon Ball Gt and later Dragon Ball Super. Despite Dragon Ball Z possessing more than a few filler episodes and arcs, the series is a fairly faithful recreation of Akira Toriyama's acclaimed original.

Dragon Ball Z even received a remake titled Dragon Ball Z Kai,...

Toei Animation's Sailor Moon Crystal anime series is now airing on TV in Canada for the first time, with the show being broadcast four days a week via major media and licensing company Wildbrain.

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The Dragon Ball franchise has been one of the premiere anime and manga properties in the world for decades at this point, and it's only gotten stronger. Along with a strong sense of nostalgia from older generations of anime fans, there's also the release of the new series Dragon Ball Daima. This has helped push the brand to new heights, and it seems as if Goku and his friends are more iconic than ever.

Dragon Ball is synonymous with anime as a whole, and this has been the case in the West, in particular, since the 1990s. It established many of the tropes and archetypes that are associated with the medium. Add in how easy it is to watch and get into compared to other classics, and it's easy to see how each generation keeps getting enthralled with Dragon Ball.

Dragon Ball Is the Quintessential Shonen Anime Franchise Multiple Generations...

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Dragon Ball Daima has been a refreshing take on the Dragon Ball franchise, and even just a few episodes in, I'm already having the most fun with it that I have since I first saw Z's end. Daima has managed to recapture something unique about Toriyama's work, and that's been abundantly apparent since the first episode.

While I would surely consider myself a Dragon Ball fan these days, that wasn't always the case. Unlike many Dragon Ball fans, I didn't grow up with the series. I had friends who were into it,...

Daima is shaping up to be an incredible addition to the Dragon Ball pantheon that exceeds all expectations. It has everything fans love about classic Dragon Ball, like the call to adventure and the characteristic Toriyama humor, while also implementing the beloved characters and fast-paced action that made Dbz a household name. As a call back to the tone of Og Dragon Ball, many fans of the classic Dbz anime preemptively expected Daima to fall short.

However, it becomes clearer and clearer with each episode that not only is Daima living up to its role as a story that takes place right after the Buu Saga, but its even improving on Dbz in an exceedingly important way. Dbz is beloved for its over-the-top battles between characters who can move faster than the eye can see. Despite the characters in-Universe speed, though, the anime itself often moved at a snail's pace.

Dragon Ball Daima is the last excellent anime product from the late Akira Toriyama's hailed vision, bringing Goku and his friends to the Demon Realm to rescue Dende while likely interacting with its Dragon Balls. It's created an exciting reunion yet again, bringing in characters from the franchise timeline, including one of the series' most controversial ones, Mr. Popo.

Mr. Popo is introduced to assess Goku as he begins training at Kami's Lookout, an impressive demigod whom Goku underestimates. Despite his formidable fighting prowess, Mr. Popo becomes sidelined rather quickly in the franchise beyond the Saiyan Saga, but he is still beloved by fans for his history with the franchise. However, he has encountered controversy due to his unfortunate design. Much like other legacy characters, Mr. Popo's return in Dragon Ball Daima celebrates his contributions to the series, however subtle, as he too is affected by Gomah's wish, causing...

An online Dragon Ball video has gone viral, demonstrating what a modernized anime remake would look like after the release of Dragon Ball Daima. The video uses official footage from Toei Animation, with an edited musical score from the official TV series and films.

A social media user named Piccolo Damayonnaiz uploaded the viral Dragon Ball video on X (formerly Twitter). The video is a compilation of newly-made animation recapping the early adventures of Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z, taken from Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero and Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1. Chikashi Kubota was the chief animation director on both projects. Piccolo Damayonnaiz edited the musical score with the soundtrack of Dragon Ball composer Hidenori Arai to make the nearly five-minute compilation video feel more like a traditional Dragon Ball episode.

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With the release of Db Daima and Sparking Zero!, the Dragon Ball franchise has once again taken over the internet. Despite Akira Toriyama’s tragic demise at the age of 68, Dragon Ball continues to influence generations of kids.

Owing to Dragon Ball‘s immense influence, Akira Toriyama is considered a legend not only in Japan but worldwide. From Goten-Trunks SSJ3 transformation to Gohan Beast, every Db character has left a lasting impression on the audience.

Gohan Beast | Credit: Toei Animation

Despite Goku generally stealing the spotlight in the anime, our beloved protagonist isn’t considered the strongest, with Gohan Beast’s transformation surpassing both Kakarot and Vegeta. Although Gohan is often regarded as the strongest Saiyan, even Toriyama had to limit his character to prevent him from surpassing others. Ultimately, Gohan will never be able to carry Goku’s legacy, despite being labeled the strongest.

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Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball revolutionized the shonen sphere forever, imparting influence on many mangaka and their creations. The original series, Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z hold a special place in the hearts of many fans. While most people discount this connection to nostalgia primarily, there’s no denying that Toriyama’s execution of a simple idea was highly impactful. Moreover, the feeling of adventure and the extraordinary power-ups were definitive of thrill.

Goku and Gohan | Credits: Studio Toei Animation

However, there are some flaws, especially in Dragon Ball Z that led to a diluted experience compared to the manga. These flaws were somewhat fixed by Dragon Ball Z Kai, a remastered version of Z that was released as a part of the 20th Anniversary Celebration of the series. Many fans consider Dragon Ball Z Kai better than the original. Here are 3 reasons why that is the case and...

It's been over six years since Dragon Ball Super aired its final episode. Since then, while there have been Dragon Ball movies and web series, and the Super manga has continued, there has been no continuation of the anime. After over a year of waiting, Dragon Ball Daima is arriving to fill the void.

It's time to get hyped, because Goku and his friends are finally returning in the series premiere of Dragon Ball Daima on October 11th. This first episode will reveal who's behind making the Dragon Team small, introduce new characters, and make clear where it fits in the timeline. It may also give fans their first canon glimpse at the Demon Realm.

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Anime remakes and reboots have increasingly become common in the past few decades, with several classics given new iterations. This is usually done because the original animated adaptation was found lacking in some way or was too divergent from the manga source material. Despite how popular this trend might be, there are several iconic anime that should never be remade from scratch.

These works are simply too iconic and well-known, with their original anime having defined the genre for generations. Likewise, remaking them will only invite unnecessary comparisons to what has come before, putting a target on the back of these projects. As a result, it's best to let the classic takes on these stories be the only versions, namely if they're part of continuing franchises, anyway.

Dragon Ball Z Should Never Be Remade Streaming On: Crunchyroll

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The first trailer for Dragon Ball Daimas English dub has been released, and Kid Gokus original voice actor Stephanie Nadolny is back for the first time in over a decade. There are only about two weeks until Daimas premiere, and not only has it finally been confirmed to be receiving an English dub, but the first three episodes will play in theaters for a limited time starting from November 10, as well.

Dragon Ball Daima getting an English dub was never in question, but whats surprising is whos been cast as Goku (Mini). While it was assumed that Colleen Clinkenbeard would voice Goku (Mini), as shes been the voice of Kid Goku since Dragon Ball Z Kai, Dragon Ball Daimas English dub trailer revealed that Stephanie Nadolny, Kid Gokus original voice actor, will voice Goku (Mini) in the dub.

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The Dragon Ball series is a cornerstone of anime, captivating fans worldwide with its thrilling battles, memorable characters, and evolving power levels. But for anyone looking to dive into the world of Dragon Ball, there is one big challenge: the complex timeline and watch order. Between multiple series, movies, specials, and non-canon content, watching Dragon Ball for the first time can be daunting.

Dragon Ball has many different watch order possibilities that can help new or returning fans stay true to the core storyline, or canon, of the anime. There are 3 main watch orders for Dragon Ball, including shortcuts for those wanting to skip filler and avoid non-canon material. Each fan has the option to choose their own Dragon Ball experience and watch Goku's story from his early days as a child in Dragon Ball to the latest adventures in Dragon Ball Super.

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After a long wait, the highly anticipated “Dragon Ball Daima” is set to land on anime streamer Crunchyroll next month. The news comes in celebration of the 40th anniversary of late “Dragon Ball” creator Akira Toriyama’s original manga, which launched the popular anime franchise.

The series, which likely stands as Toriyama’s final original work after his death in March, was first announced at the Dragon Ball Special Panel during New York Comic Con 2023. “Daima” will be available to stream with subtitles beginning Oct. 11 in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India and Southeast Asia, followed by new weekly subtitled episodes that will simulcast with the Japanese TV broadcast.

“Dragon Ball Daima” is directed by Yoshitaka Yashima and Aya Komaki together with series composition and scenario by Yuko Kakihara and animation character design by Katsuyoshi Nakatsuru. Toei Animation produced the series, with Toriyama...

Fans of Cowboy Bebop creator Shinichiro Watanabe's other sci-fi work, Space Dandy, may be surprised to learn that there was an incredible Star Trek reference packed into every episode of the series, but only for those who watched the original Japanese version. Unfortunately, translating the joke would've been impossible for a variety of reasons, but it's still amusing to learn about.

Space Dandy was a 2014 sci-fi series by Shinichiro Watanabe, which was primarily comedic, in contrast to Cowboy Bebop's often moody and dramatic tone. It followed Dandy and his crew, consisting of a cat-like alien, Meow, and a robot, Qt, as they attempt to encounter undiscovered alien species and turn them in for a profit. The show had a heavy 1970s era theming, with disco music playing a major role and a dated futuristic aesthetic that looks like it was pulled from the 1950s.

To further solidify the series'...

Fuji TV has announced that the new series Dragon Ball Daima will begin airing in Japan on Oct 11, 2024 at 11:40 Pm.

This marks the return of the Dragon Ball franchise to television for the first time in six years, following the conclusion of Dragon Ball Super in March 2018.

Notably, this is the first time in the history of the series that a Dragon Ball anime will air during a late-night slot.

Alongside this announcement, Fuji TV revealed the creation of a new anime programming block on Friday nights, with Dragon Ball Daima being the inaugural series to be featured in this time slot.

Traditionally, Dragon Ball anime has been broadcast on Wednesday evenings or Sunday mornings, making this late-night airing a significant shift for the franchise.

Explaining the shift from Sunday mornings—where Dragon Ball Kai and Super previously aired—to Friday nights, Yuichi Nakajima, the head of programming at...

Japanese broadcaster Fuji TV announced their upcoming programming slate at their Odaiba headquarters today, revealing the start date for the much-anticipated premiere of the Dragon Ball Daima TV anime. Mantan Web reports that the follow-up to Dragon Ball Super will premiere on October 11 in an extended 40-minute time slot. Previously released trailer: The head of programming at Fuji TV, Yuichi Nakajima, said that “all the episodes [of Dragon Ball Daima ] are ready” for broadcast. Daima will be airing in a brand new anime-focused time slot on Fuji TV on Friday nights at 11:40 Pm. Nakajima explained the change from Sunday mornings (where Dragon Ball Kai and Super aired) to Friday nights is because the new time slot will be broadcast all across Japan, while the Sunday morning slot isn't broadcast in all regions making Daima “easily able to be watched by the target demographic.” Related: Dragon Ball Daima Anime to Premiere...

Toei Animation's incredibly popular One Piece anime series is set to become available to stream for free in the UK this year, covering the series' first 1085 episodes in a new rights agreement.

The BBC has acquired the UK rights to stream the first 1085 episodes of the popular One Piece anime, announcing the news on Aug. 30. The series will stream in English dubbed on BBC iPlayer, free for any TV license holder whose location is set in the UK. It marks the first time the non-4Kids dub has been used in the region. One Piece's first three sagas -- East Blue, Alabasta and Sky Island - Skypiea -- will launch first on Sep. 1, followed by all pre-Egghead sagas before the end of 2024.

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Dragon Ball Z Kai offers a trimmed version of the series, enhancing pacing and modernizing the show without losing charm. Filler episodes like "Power of the Spirit" and "Celebrations With Majin Buu" add depth to characters in unique ways. Non-canon additions, such as "Goku vs. Pikkon" and "A Girl Named Lime," provide entertaining and insightful perspectives.

Dragon Ball Z is among the most iconic, recognizable, and enduring anime series of all time. Having begun airing 25 years ago alongside the ongoing manga, however, the show is riddled with filler that often disrupts the pacing. A solution to that issue was presented in Dragon Ball Z Kai, an abridged version of the original series that trims the fat, along with adding re-recorded dialogue and a cleaned up soundtrack.

In this ultimate version of Dragon Ball Z, despite likely being the best way to experience the anime, it is undeniable that a certain charm was lost to modernization.

Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Kai have key differences in episode count, style, and accessibility. Dragon Ball Kai is considered the better option for new viewers due to pacing, accuracy to the manga, and improved visuals. Choosing between Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Kai depends on personal preference; new fans may find Kai more suitable.

For decades, the beloved series Dragon Ball Z has been the entry point to anime for many. The recent announcement for Dragon Ball Daima, taking place after Dragon Ball Z but before Dragon Ball Super, only ensures more eyes will be brought to the epic saga. As prospective fans look for an introduction to the franchise, Dragon Ball Z is a natural starting point because of its popularity and legacy.

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The good news is, despite technically following the original Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z and...

Op characters define the anime genre, bringing the ultimate level of power and thrilling battle sequences to the screen. Leaning into overwhelming strength or rejecting it altogether, Op characters offer variety and deep personal narratives. From Goku to Mikasa, Op characters bring more than just power, delving into complex emotions and motivations in their stories.

Among the most popular anime series, one of the most common genres is action. This is because action has become a huge staple for anime fans, leading to the major popularity of Op characters. Icons like Goku, Gojo, Frieren, and Mikasa, have become major faces for anime at large, but there's more to this trope than a throw of fists.

Op characters have become a staple part of the anime industry, leading to two separate extremes. The first are characters who lean into using their overwhelming powers and relish in them, while the second extreme...

Adult Swim's Saturday night anime block Toonami has now provided a release date for the popular Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc, the show's third season, bringing fans closer to the anime's current events before the highly anticipated Infinity Castle film trilogy.

Via ToonamiNews on X (formerly Twitter), Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc will air on Toonami starting Aug. 11, 2024. The 1-hour premiere begins at midnight, before moving to a 12.30 a.m. timeslot from Aug. 17 onward. Readers can check out Toonami's upcoming schedule below, featuring information on other anime series like Dragon Ball Z Kai, My Hero Academia, Rick and Morty: The Anime and more.

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Frieza's early forms suppress his true power, giving him a strategic advantage. Frieza's final form unlocks his full potential and becomes his default state. Black Frieza, Frieza's ultimate form, surpasses even Golden Frieza, making him the most powerful warrior in Universe 7.

Frieza is one of Dragon Ball's most noteworthy villains, showing up again and again to challenge Goku and Vegeta. Due to the number of appearances he's had over the years, Frieza has grown in power and gained transformations at almost the same rate that Goku and Vegeta have.

Frieza's various forms tend to be a bit different from those obtained by Goku and Vegeta. Some of his forms are actually intended to hold him back and make him weaker, as Frieza initially had great difficulty controlling his true power. This also has the side benefit of allowing him to escalate to higher and higher levels of power as a fight drags on,...

Plenty of the best anime series of all time are already complete, and they are an attractive option for fans who want something new to watch. It's satisfying to watch the entire story from beginning to end like that, and fans might save ongoing anime for later, when those series are finished. Right now, there are plenty of excellent anime series that are ongoing, but stand a strong chance of reaching their endgame within the next few years.

Such anime series are popular enough and profitable enough, so fans should expect them to reach their final episode sometime, and if the original manga is complete, then that's even more reason to prepare for the end. Some ongoing series may be a few years away from the end, but even so, now is a fine time to get caught up and be ready when these series' final seasons arrive. Some of these series are quite lengthy,...