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Dragon Ball Z Kai

2009·Show
158Episodes in6Seasons·TV-14
IMDb8.3
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Relentless energy, big heart.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and breakneck

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Fast Pace9
  • Spectacle9

Heart

Nostalgic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

Pop culture, fantasy, and war

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

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

Rejoin Goku and his friends in a series of cosmic battles! Toei has redubbed, recut, and cleaned up the animation of the original 1989 animated series. The show's story arc has been refined to better follow the comic book series on which it is based. The show also features a new opening and ending. In the series, martial artist Goku, and his various friends, battle increasingly powerful enemies to defend the world against evil. Can Earth's defender defeat demons, aliens, and other villains?
High-Octane Shonen ActionNostalgic RemasterCosmic Power ScalingIconic Anime LegacyMartial Arts FantasyEmotional CatharsisVillain of the Week StructureEnergetic SoundtrackGlobal Cultural Phenomenon

Crew

Directed by:
Yasuhiro Nowatari
Written by:
Katsuyuki Sumisawa
Produced by:
Masato Seino, Osamu Nozaki
Composed by:
Kenji Yamamoto

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Dragon Ball Z Kai

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Dragon Ball Z Kai legally?

HuluYouTube TVAdult Swim

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

Is Dragon Ball Z Kai worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 8.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dragon Ball Z Kai rated?

TV-14Violence

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

How many seasons does Dragon Ball Z Kai have?

6 seasons

It has 6 seasons with 158 episodes of about 26 minutes each.

When did Dragon Ball Z Kai air?

It ran from 2009 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is Dragon Ball Z Kai in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Dragon Ball Z Kai?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dragon Ball Z Kai in 51 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dragon Ball Z Kai use?

Power LevelsSpoiler OpeningIn-JokeBig "NO!"I Take Offense to That Last OneGroin AttackAlternative Foreign Theme SongAnd the Adventure ContinuesBowdleriseYou Have Outlived Your Usefulness2D Visuals, 3D EffectsFillerand 47 more

TV Tropes lists 59 storytelling tropes for Dragon Ball Z Kai, including Power Levels, Spoiler Opening, In-Joke.