On This Day in Anime

Thirty-one years ago, Toei Animation aired the first episode of Dragon Ball GT, a non-manga-based sequel to the legendary Dragon Ball Z. The series followed an adult Goku, who is turned back into a child and must travel the galaxy in search of powerful Dragon Balls to prevent Earth's destruction. While it aimed to recapture the spirit of the original Dragon Ball with a return to space exploration and comedic adventures, GT's narrative direction and character arcs proved divisive.

Despite its mixed reception, GT introduced memorable transformations like Super Saiyan 4 and spawned a generation of fans who cherish its bold departures from the established canon. The debate over its place in the Dragon Ball saga continues, making it a perpetual topic of discussion for the franchise's devoted fanbase.