Dragon Ball

Name: Dragon Ball
Genre: Anime
Released: 1986-02-26
Cast: Mayumi Tanaka Naoki Tatsuta Jouji Yanami Ryusei Nakao Ryo Horikawa

TV-14
1986
5 Seasons
8.5 (53,576)

Dragon Ball began as a Japanese comic book, commonly known as Manga. The series both on air and in print is about a young boy called Goku going on a quest to find Dragon Balls. These Balls will grant whom ever has them all one wish, before spreading back out across the world. Through out the show the young protagonist must battle others seeking to use the Dragon Balls for their own nefarious purposes. The majority of the villains in this show belong to an origination called The Red Ribbon Army. The Red Ribbon Army is led by Commander Red, until his staff officer Black realizes that Reds' ambition for the dragon balls comes from his own personal wish to be taller, not the world domination he has promised the army. Black over-throws Red and becomes the new commander, renaming the army, in the English series, to The Black Ribbon Army. The Dragon Ball series was written by Akira Toriyama. Toei Animation in Japan produced the anime series based on the original manga. The directors were Minoru Okazaki and Daisuke Nishio, both working closely with Toriyama to preserve his vision. In Japan the series lasted for 153 episodes; these ran from 1986 until 1989. Dragon Ball was acquired by Funimation Entertainment in the U.S. They broadcast 13 episodes in America in the fall of 1995; these were canceled after one series due to budget shifting and low ratings. It was picked back up in 2001 after the sequel "Dragon Ball Z" was highly successful on Cartoon Network. Dragon Ball aired new episodes on Cartoon Network until 2003. Reruns were run on Colours TV and Funimation Channel starting in 2006. Dragon Ball was released to a boxed DVD set from 2009-2010. This delay in part was due to Lionsgate Entertainment owning rights to the first season, the set was delayed until Funimation could gain the rights back.

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31. The End, The Beginning

April 19, 1989

Goku and Chichi reach the Magical Furnace, but its guardian refuses to extinguish the flame. To spare the Ox-King from certain death, Goku takes matters into his own hands, venturing into the heart of the blaze!

30. Mystery Of The Dark World

November 26, 2003

When the Basho Fan fails to extinguish the blaze surrounding the Ox-King's castle, Goku and Chichi must venture into a horrifying world of darkness in search of the Magical Furnace!

29. Outrageous Octagon

November 25, 2003

While the Ox-King struggles to escape the mysterious flames threatening to consume his kingdom, Goku and Chichi journey to a treacherous mountain peak protected by a bone-chilling curse!

28. The Fire-Eater

November 24, 2003

Goku and Chichi's quest to build a new Basho Fan leads them to the center of a deadly volcano. Deep within the molten-mountain lives a mystical flame-guzzling bird that carries the key to saving the Ox-King!

27. Dress in Flames

November 20, 2003

Goku and Chichi's wedding plans are put on hold when an earthquake sparks an uncontrollable blaze that threatens to incinerate the Ox King and Chichi's wedding dress!

26. The Victor

November 19, 2003

Humanity's fate hangs in the balance as Goku and Piccolo battle for the title of world's greatest martial artist! Kami has a sure-fire way to swing the momentum in Goku's favor, but it requires the ultimate sacrifice!

25. Goku Hangs On

November 18, 2003

Eager to end his brutal match with Goku, Piccolo unleashes a technique of unprecedented power! In the aftermath of the monster's onslaught, Goku's friends are elated to find their hero still standing, but how much longer can he continue?

24. Goku's Trap

November 17, 2003

After a savage beating at the hands of Piccolo, Goku fights back with a double dose of internal punishment for the green fiend. The monster's next attack is lethal to say the least, but Goku's evasive maneuvers leave Piccolo painfully shorthanded!

23. Junior no More

November 13, 2003

The audience erupts into mass pandemonium after Junior reveals his true identity! While the world searches for a place to hide, Goku turns his attention to defeating Piccolo -a challenge that keeps getting bigger.

22. Super Kamehameha

November 12, 2003

Goku has the power to end Junior's ruthless reign of terror, but he cannot destroy the monster without sacrificing Kami! Goku's hands appear tied until Krillin saves the day with a sudden stroke of genius!

21. Battle for the Future

November 11, 2003

Titles and tournaments take a backseat as Goku faces his nemesis in a battle that will determine the fate of the world! Should Goku fail to defeat the monstrous mauler, humanity will tremble at the feet of Piccolo!

20. Kami vs Piccolo

November 10, 2003

The Evil Containment Wave takes center stage when the two most mysterious fighters in the tournament meet in a ferocious semifinal match that quickly escalates to all-out warfare.

19. The Four Faces of Tien

November 6, 2003

Fighting Goku at top speed is too much for one man to handle, so Tien calls upon a technique capable of turning a lone fighter into an army of destruction! Death has many faces, and Goku's about to meet them all!

18. Goku Gains Speed

November 5, 2003

Goku and Tien dazzle the crowd with a midair display of martial arts madness! Tien's incredible speed gives him the upper hand until Goku slips into something more comfortable.

17. Rematch

November 4, 2003

Hero unveils his true strength and hints at his true identity, when Yamcha desperately conjures a powerful attack. Next up, Tien and Goku trade crushing blows in a not-so-friendly rematch!

16. The Mysterious Hero

November 3, 2003

Krillin and Junior mix it up in a high-flying battle the audience won't soon forget, and Yamcha suffers a blow to his manhood when he underestimates the bumbling fighter known as Hero.

15. Anonymous Proposal

October 30, 2003

Goku squares off against a beautiful brawler who fights with the fury of a woman scorned! This enchanting warrior won't reveal her identity unless Goku defeats her -or makes good on a promise he made as a boy.

14. Tien Shinhan vs Mercenary Tao

October 29, 2003

Mercenary Tao is back from the dead, reborn as a robot and seeking revenge against Master Roshi and his students. Unfortunately for the mechanical menace, Tien's learned a few tricks since the last time they sparred!

13. Battle of Eight

October 28, 2003

Yamcha, Krillin, Goku, and Tien battle their way to the semifinals, where Master Roshi is confronted by a malevolent martial artist from his past. Meanwhile, Piccolo waits for the right moment to extract his vengeance!

12. Preliminary Peril

October 27, 2003

The element of surprise dominates the tournament's opening round as Goku wins with brains instead of brawn, a formidable female fighter wows the crowd, and a mechanized mercenary deals Chiaotzu a deadly blow!

11. Changes

October 23, 2003

The crowd is eager for the start of the World Martial Arts Tournament! Bulma is baffled by the arrival of a tall, handsome stranger, and Master Roshi is worried his students won't arrive in time for registration!

10. Hotter Than Lava

October 22, 2003

The sparks flying between Krillin and Mint are the only things hotter than the lethal lava threatening to level her village. Krillin and his friends have been training hard, and they refuse to let the volcano beat them!

9. Walking Their own Ways

October 21, 2003

Goku's training takes an unusual twist when Mr. Popo challenges him to a game of hide and seek. Back on Earth, Krillin and the gang get lured into a mysterious festival where something very bad is about to happen!

8. Goku's Doll?

October 20, 2003

Goku has his hands full with a spitting-image sparring partner who knows all his best moves. Meanwhile, Yamcha, Tien, Krillin, and Chiaotzu journey to Korin Tower with hopes of training under the Master.

7. The Time Room

October 16, 2003

Time travel lands Goku in the middle of a rivalry between teenage versions of Roshi and Shen. The young masters have eyes for the same woman, and Goku must learn to harness the power of his Spirit Energy -or the girl goes up in flames!

6. Secret of the Woods

October 15, 2003

Mr. Popo sends Goku deep into the woods on a journey of mysterious origin. The little man believes he's on the lookout for a fearsome fighter, but could a peaceful afternoon with a master fisherman be the next step in his training?

5. Quicker Than Lightning

October 14, 2003

Under the watchful eye of his new master, Goku embarks on a treacherous trek to the top of Mount Rumble. He's on a mission to don the legendary Sacred Crown, but one false step could lead to a fate more painful than death!

4. Eternal Dragon Resurrected

October 13, 2003

Meeting Goku restored Kami's faith in humanity, so he agreed to revive the Eternal Dragon. But there's a catch: Goku must promise to spend three years training with Kami in preparation for the rematch of all rematches!

3. Earth's Guardian Emerges

October 9, 2003

Mr. Popo proves stronger than Goku ever could have imagined, but the little warrior won't give up until his friends are resurrected. Impressed by Goku's courage, Kami makes a shocking appearance!

2. Temple Above the Clouds

October 8, 2003

Goku survives his electrifying ascent to the Temple Above the Clouds, only to learn that he must defeat the jovial -yet formidable -Mr. Popo before being granted an audience with Kami.

1. Lost and Found

October 7, 2003

Goku may have defeated Piccolo, but his fallen friends will linger in agonizing limbo for eternity unless he can find his missing power pole and use it to reach Kami -the only man who can resurrect his comrades.

123. Lost and Found

August 17, 1988

124. Temple Above the Clouds

August 24, 1988

Goku survives his electrifying ascent to the Temple Above the Clouds, only to learn that he must defeat the jovial - yet formidable - Mr. Popo before being granted an audience with Kami.

125. Earth's Guardian Emerges

August 31, 1988

Mr. Popo proves stronger than Goku ever could have imagined, but the little warrior won't give up until his friends are resurrected. Impressed by Goku's courage, Kami makes a shocking appearance!

126. Eternal Dragon Resurrected

September 14, 1988

127. Quicker Than Lightning

September 21, 1988

128. Secret of the Woods

September 28, 1988

129. The Time Room

October 12, 1988

130. Goku's Doll

October 19, 1988

131. Walking Their Own Ways

October 26, 1988

132. Hotter Than Lava

November 2, 1988

133. Changes

November 9, 1988

134. Preliminary Peril

November 16, 1988

135. Battle of the Eight

November 23, 1988

136. Tien Shinhan vs. Mercenary Tao

November 30, 1988

137. Anonymous Proposal

December 7, 1988

138. The Mysterious Hero

December 14, 1988

Krillin and Junior mix it up in a high-flying battle the audience won't soon forget, and Yamcha suffers a blow to his manhood when he underestimates the bumbling fighter known as Hero.

139. Rematch

December 21, 1988

Hero unveils his true strength - and hints at his true identity - when Yamcha desperately conjures a powerful attack. Next up, Tien and Goku trade crushing blows in a not-so-friendly rematch!

140. Goku Gains Speed

January 11, 1989

Goku and Tien dazzle the crowd with a midair display of martial arts madness! Tien's incredible speed gives him the upper hand until Goku slips into something more comfortable.

141. The Four Faces of Tien

January 18, 1989

142. Kami vs. Piccolo

January 25, 1989

The Evil Containment Wave takes center stage when the two most mysterious fighters in the tournament meet in a ferocious semifinal match that quickly escalates to all-out warfare.

143. Battle for the Future

February 1, 1989

144. Super Kamehameha

February 8, 1989

145. Junior No More

February 15, 1989

146. Goku's Trap

February 22, 1989

147. Goku Hangs On

March 1, 1989

148. The Victor

March 8, 1989

149. Dress in Flames

March 15, 1989

Goku and Chichi's wedding plans are put on hold when an earthquake sparks an uncontrollable blaze that threatens to incinerate the Ox King - and Chichi's wedding dress!

150. The Fire-Eater

March 22, 1989

151. Outrageous Octagon

April 5, 1989

While the Ox-King struggles to escape the mysterious flames threatening to consume his kingdom, Goku and Chichi journey to a treacherous mountain peak protected by a bone-chilling curse!

152. Mystery of the Dark World

April 12, 1989

When the Basho Fan fails to extinguish the blaze surrounding the Ox-King's castle, Goku and Chichi must venture into a horrifying world of darkness in search of the Magical Furnace!

Description

The majority of the villains in this show belong to an origination called The Red Ribbon Army. The Red Ribbon Army is led by Commander Red, until his staff officer Black realizes that Reds' ambition for the dragon balls comes from his own personal wish to be taller, not the world domination he has promised the army. Black over-throws Red and becomes the new commander, renaming the army, in the English series, to The Black Ribbon Army.

The Dragon Ball series was written by Akira Toriyama. Toei Animation in Japan produced the anime series based on the original manga. The directors were Minoru Okazaki and Daisuke Nishio, both working closely with Toriyama to preserve his vision. In Japan the series lasted for 153 episodes; these ran from 1986 until 1989.

Dragon Ball was acquired by Funimation Entertainment in the U.S. They broadcast 13 episodes in America in the fall of 1995; these were canceled after one series due to budget shifting and low ratings. It was picked back up in 2001 after the sequel "Dragon Ball Z" was highly successful on Cartoon Network. Dragon Ball aired new episodes on Cartoon Network until 2003. Reruns were run on Colours TV and Funimation Channel starting in 2006. Dragon Ball was released to a boxed DVD set from 2009-2010. This delay in part was due to Lionsgate Entertainment owning rights to the first season, the set was delayed until Funimation could gain the rights back.Dragon Ball is a series that is currently running and has 5 seasons (276 episodes). The series first aired on February 26, 1986.

Dragon Ball is available for streaming on the Fuji TV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Dragon Ball on demand at Amazon and Hulu.