Dragon Ball series (chronological order).
"Explained" for those who are confused by (multiple) IMDB versions of Dragon Ball. (Most of the Info. is in the description). Also: no "non-canon" movies (Movies are not necessary to watch, but if you really want I suggest to watch movies after watching Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z).
Some people will think this is pointless, but I know I was confused when I started. So maybe it will help someone.
Some people will think this is pointless, but I know I was confused when I started. So maybe it will help someone.
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- StarsMasako NozawaJôji YanamiBrice ArmstrongSon Gokû, a fighter with a monkey tail, goes on a quest with an assortment of odd characters in search of the Dragon Balls, a set of crystals that can give its bearer anything they desire.1. Dragon Ball is first to watch. Adventures of Kid Goku. (This is Japanese version).
- StarsBrice ArmstrongSteve OlsonStephanie NadolnyDragon Ball tells the tale of a young warrior by the name of Son Goku, a young peculiar boy with a tail who embarks on a quest to become stronger and learns of the Dragon Balls, when, once all 7 are gathered, grant any wish of choice.1. Dragon Ball (same as above, but English version).
- StarsJôji YanamiKyle HebertMasako NozawaThe adventures of Earth's martial arts defender, Son Goku, continue with a new family and the revelation of his alien origins. Now Goku and his allies must defend the planet from an onslaught of new extraterrestrial enemies.2. Dragon Ball Z comes after Dragon Ball. Story of adult Goku. (This is Japanese version).
- StarsDoc HarrisChristopher SabatScott McNeilWith the help of the powerful Dragonballs, a team of fighters led by the saiyan warrior Goku defend the planet earth from extraterrestrial enemies.2. Dragon Ball Z (same as above, but English version).
- StarsMasako NozawaJôji YanamiSean SchemmelGoku is settled with his family and is living in peace. Unfortunately, his peaceful time is momentary as a visitor crashes into the planet claiming to be his brother.2. Dragon Ball Kai (or Dragon Ball Z Kai). Is same story as Dragon Ball Z, but it's shorter version with less "filler" and faster pacing than Dragon Ball Z.
(This "IMDB version" stands for both Japanese and English). - CreatorAkira ToriyamaStarsElise BaughmanAndrew ChandlerMasako NozawaAfter Goku is made a kid again by the Black Star Dragon Balls, he goes on a journey to get back to his old self.(3.) Dragon Ball GT comes after Dragon Ball Z. But it's mostly not work of original creator like all versions before were. It's "Non-canon".
It has it's own story that doesn't connect with things after (2 movies, and new series).
(This "IMDB version" stands for both Japanese and English). - DirectorMasahiro HosodaStarsMasako NozawaHiromi TsuruRyô HorikawaAfter sleeping for 39 years, the God of destruction Beerus is surprised to learn that Frieza was defeated by the saiyajin Goku. Upon finding him, Goku is excited to face him, but realizes that his powers are negligible compared to Beerus.3. DBZ: Battle of Gods (movie) comes after Dragon Ball Z. It's form original creator, not like GT (Dragon Ball GT isn't connected to this).
(This "IMDB version" stands for both Japanese and English).
Watch it if you want, but it has (almost) the same story as beginning of Dragon Ball Super. - DirectorTadayoshi YamamuroStarsMasako NozawaRyô HorikawaHiromi TsuruFrieza is reborn and achieves the last of his transformations, and it is up to Goku and his warrior friends to join forces to fight the enemy who has returned from the dead.4. DBZ: Resurrection 'F' (movie) comes after previous movie DBZ: Battle of Gods. It's form original creator, not like GT (Dragon Ball GT isn't connected to this).
(This "IMDB version" stands for both Japanese and English).
Watch it if you want, but it has (almost) the same story as beginning of Dragon Ball Super. - CreatorAkira ToriyamaStarsMasako NozawaNaoki TatsutaSean SchemmelSix months after the defeat of Majin Buu, The mighty Saiyan Son Goku continues his quest on becoming stronger.3. Dragon Ball Super comes after Dragon Ball Z. It's form original creator, not like GT (Dragon Ball GT isn't connected to this).
(This "IMDB version" stands for both Japanese and English).
(it's "5." by this list's scale if you watch it after 2 movies above) but you don't have to watch the movies, because movies are remade into the series; into beginning of this series).