Dragon Ball Z

Dragon Ball Z is a Japanese anime series produced by Toei Animation and a sequel to the 1986 Dragon Ball series. It continues the adventures of Son Goku as an adult while also paralleling the life of his son Gohan. Son Goku typically defends the Earth from villains like Vegeta, Frieza, Cell, and Majin Buu. The series is followed by Dragon Ball GT and then Dragon Ball Super.

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Release Date
1989 - 1996
Network
Fuji TV
Directors
Daisuke Nishio, Shigeyasu Yamauchi, Osamu Kasai
Writers
Akira Toriyama, Neil Bligh, Hiroshi Toda, Katsuyuki Sumisawa, Aya Matsui, Keiji Terui, Reiko Yoshida, Toshiki Inoue
Franchise(s)
Dragon Ball
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    Masako Nozawa
    Son Goku / Son Gohan / Son Goten (voice)
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    Ryo Horikawa
    Vegeta (voice)

Seasons
9
Number of Episodes
291
Studio
Toei Animation
Based On
Manga
Creator
Akira Toriyama
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Dragon Ball: This Is Vegeta's Best Transformation, And It Isn't Even Close

Vegeta has had many incredible transformations over the course of the series, but here's why Majin Vegeta is the best of them all!

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Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Releases New Update for July 2025

Dragon Ball Z Kakarot releases its newest update, featuring content from the Dragon Ball Daima anime and traveling to the demon realm.

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'What A Disappointment': Dragon Ball Fans Lose Faith After Toyotarou's Latest Panel Appearance

Due to his appearance at the Japan Expo Paris not revealing any details about Super's return, many have felt that Toyotarou disappointed them!

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The Best Fighting Games Based on Superhero Franchises

Whether a casual fan or a hardcore super hero fanatic, there is a little something for everyone in these great superhero franchises turned brawlers.

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Dragon Ball: Are Goku And Vegeta Stronger Than Beerus?

Goku and Vegeta have finally trained themselves to unlock Divine Techniques, but does this mean they're finally stronger than Beerus?

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Dragon Ball: Toriyama Let Down Gohan, And Here's How

Gohan was once a promising character who could surpass Goku, but Toriyama failed to develop him properly.

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Dragon Ball: Why This Villain Is Perhaps The Worst One In The Entire Franchise

Dragon Ball is known for the many iconic villains that have existed throughout its extensive arcs, but this one may be the worst of them all!

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July 17 is Going to Be a Big Day for Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is getting some big upgrades on July 17, and players on Steam now have something extra to look forward to.

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Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Showcases Upcoming Daima DLC Features

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot Daima Adventures Through the Demon Realm Part 1 DLC shows players its new features, enemies, and more.

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Dragon Ball: What's Beyond Beast Gohan?

Beast Gohan is Gohan's most powerful transformation, but will there be anything beyond it or is would that just be too much?

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Dragon Ball: The Series' Return Is Looking More Likely Than Ever, So Here's What To Expect

With the news of Toyotarou attending the Japan Expo, fans are convinced that the series will return, so here's what to expect if it does!

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Dragon Ball Z: 8 Arcs With The Best Animation, Ranked

Throughout Dragon Ball Z, these were the storylines that had the most impressive animations to watch.

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Dragon Ball: Why Toyotarou Shouldn't Create Any New Transformations

Transformations are the bread and butter of the Dragon Ball franchise, but here's why there shouldn't be any new ones in the future!

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'It's Such A Relief': Dragon Ball Fans Rejoice After The Best News They've Received In Over A Year

After a long and painful hiatus following the passing of the legendary Akira Toriyama, there may be news about its potential return!

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Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Announces Surprise DLC

Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment surprises players with a new reveal trailer for an upcoming DLC.

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Dragon Ball: This Insignificant Character May Prove To Be The Greatest Threat In The Multiverse, And Here's Why

In a series filled with such powerful characters, it seems that the multiverse's greatest threat has barely ever even been mentioned!

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Dragon Ball: The Only Way The Heroes Can Beat Black Frieza, Explained

Black Frieza is the strongest enemy awaiting the heroes upon the series' return, so here's how they can beat the monstrous villain!

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Is Power-Scaling Even Worth It in Dragon Ball Anymore?

Dragon Ball is notorious among its fans for being inconsistent when it comes to power scaling. Is power scaling even relevant anymore?

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Dragon Ball Super: Should the Series Retcon DBZ’s Epilogue?

Dragon Ball Super has made great additions to the franchise; but does the ending of Dragon Ball Z still make sense at this point?

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Dragon Ball: Goku And Vegeta May Have A Contender For Best Duo In The Series

Although Goku and Vegeta are Dragon Ball's premier duo, many believe that Gohan and Piccolo may be on the same level!

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