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Dragon Ball

1986·Show
153Episodes in1Season·TV-14
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.5Rotten Tomatoes–87%
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IMDb8.5Rotten Tomatoes–87%
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Dragon Ball fingerprint

Relentless energy, big heart.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and epic

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Spectacle9
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Awe-inspiring and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Wonder9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy

  • Physical Comedy9
  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Fantasy, pop culture, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability9
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout direction and characters

  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7

Style

Standout visual style, cinematography, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

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About

Young Goku sets off on a quest with his teenage friend Bulma to find the seven Dragon Balls, which grant whoever possesses them a single wish.
Classic Shonen AnimeMartial Arts AdventureFantasy QuestIconic CharactersPower ProgressionHumorous & Action-PackedVibrant World-BuildingNostalgic & EnduringGood Vs Evil

Crew

Directed by:
Kazuhisa Takenouchi, Daisuke Nishio, Minoru Okazaki
Written by:
Akira Toriyama, Keiji Terui, Toshiki Inoue
Produced by:
Kenji Shimizu
Composed by:
Shunsuke Kikuchi

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Dragon Ball

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Dragon Ball legally?

HuluCrunchyroll

Dragon Ball is included with a subscription to Hulu and Crunchyroll in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Crunchyroll. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Dragon Ball worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 8.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dragon Ball rated?

TV-14Violence

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Dragon Ball have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 153 episodes of about 24 minutes each.

When did Dragon Ball air?

It ran from 1986 to 1989 and has ended.

What language is Dragon Ball in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Dragon Ball?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dragon Ball in 58 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dragon Ball use?

Physical GodEveryone Calls Him "Barkeep"ShōnenNemean SkinningWorthless Treasure TwistRenowned Selective MentorCivilians Are IrrelevantFormula with a TwistGod Is FlawedOnly Evil Can DieThe DreadedThe Dragonand 544 more

TV Tropes lists 556 storytelling tropes for Dragon Ball, including Physical God, Everyone Calls Him "Barkeep", Shōnen.