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Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins

1991·Movie
1h 30min
IMDb4.4

Where to watch

PrimePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsEternal FamilyFawesome

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Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wonder5
  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Dark Humor4

World

Fantasy

  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty5
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue6
  • Direction5
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Visual Stylization6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers you

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About

An unauthorized live-action adaptation of the Dragon Ball manga, it follows a band of misfit adventurers trying to stop King Horn and his goal to collect all seven Dragon Balls, and his wish of ultimate power.
Dragon Ball AdaptationMartial Arts FantasyAction-AdventureMisfit HeroesQuest for PowerSpecial EffectsCampy AestheticsOver-the-Top

Crew

Directed by:
Chen Chun-Liang
Written by:
Akira Toriyama, Yao Ching Kang
Produced by:
Chow On-Hung
Composed by:
Chik Yue-Lung

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins legally?

PrimePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsEternal FamilyFawesomeTubi TVAmazon MX Player

Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Eternal Family, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 4.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins?

1 h 30 min

Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins runs 1 h 30 min.

What language is Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China, Taiwan.

In how many countries can I watch Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins in 23 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins use?

Adaptation Name ChangeAdaptation Species ChangeCruel and Unusual DeathDesignated Girl FightDub Name ChangeExpyLet's Get Dangerous!Monkey King LitePalate ProppingRelated in the AdaptationMooksSpared by the Adaptationand 2 more

TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Dragon Ball: The Magic Begins, including Adaptation Name Change, Adaptation Species Change, Cruel and Unusual Death.