Dragon Ball Z Kai
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Dragon Ball Kai
Genres
- Action
- Adventure
- Comedy
- Fantasy
Tags
all 12- DemographicShounen98
- FantasySuper Power97
- FantasyHenshin90
- Main CastPrimarily Male Cast90
- Main CastMale Protagonist89
- UniverseUrban Fantasy86
- TraitsAliens83
- UniverseSpace82
- TraitsRobots75
- ActionMartial Arts75
- OtherTravel73
- Main CastPrimarily Adult Cast70
Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy. Tags: Shounen, Super Power, Henshin, Primarily Male Cast, Male Protagonist, Urban Fantasy, Aliens, Space, Robots, Martial Arts, Travel, Primarily Adult Cast.
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Episode Progress
Complete97 / 97 episodes aired
All 97 episodes available on Hulu, Max
- Premiered
- Spring 2009
- Aired
- Apr 5, 2009 – Mar 27, 2011
- Broadcast
- Sunday · 09:00:00
- Duration
- 23 min
- Time to Complete
- 37h 11m
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- Toei Animation
Alternative Titles
jaドラゴンボール改
en-x-romajiDragon Ball Kai
enDBZ Kai
enDBK
enDragonball Kai
enDB Kai
ruДраконий жемчуг Кай
Synopsis
Five years after the events of Dragon Ball, martial arts expert Gokuu is now a grown man married to his wife Chi-Chi, with a four-year old son named Gohan. While attending a reunion on Turtle Island with his old friends Master Roshi, Krillin, Bulma and others, the festivities are interrupted when a humanoid alien named Raditz not only reveals the truth behind Gokuu's past, but kidnaps Gohan as well. With Raditz displaying power beyond anything Gokuu has seen before, he is forced to team up with his old nemesis, Piccolo, in order to rescue his son. But when Gokuu and Piccolo reveal the secret of the seven mystical wish-granting Dragon Balls to Raditz, he informs the duo that there is more of his race, the Saiyans, and they won’t pass up an opportunity to seize the power of the Dragon Balls for themselves. These events begin the saga of Dragon Ball Kai, a story that finds Gokuu and his friends and family constantly defending the galaxy from increasingly more powerful threats. Bizarre, comical, heartwarming and threatening characters come together in a series of battles that push the powers and abilities of Gokuu and his friends beyond anything they have ever experienced.
Synopsis
Dragon Ball Kai is an edited and condensed version of Dragon Ball Z produced and released in 2009 to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the original series. In addition to its new music tracks and re-recorded voice acting, Toei Animation updated the series' visuals to take advantage of high-definition televisions. The series concluded after 98 episodes, whereas the original Dragon Ball Z took 1
Dragon Ball Kai is an edited and condensed version of Dragon Ball Z produced and released in 2009 to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the original series. In addition to its new music tracks and re-recorded voice acting, Toei Animation updated the series' visuals to take advantage of high-definition televisions. The series concluded after 98 episodes, whereas the original Dragon Ball Z took 194 episodes to reach the same point. Kai was continued in 2014 with what is considered its own series, Dragon Ball Kai (2014).
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Dragon Ball Kai is an edited and condensed version of Dragon Ball Z produced and released in 2009 to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the original series. In addition to its new music tracks and re-recorded voice acting, Toei Animation updated the series' visuals to take advantage of high-definition televisions. The series concluded after 98 episodes, whereas the original Dragon Ball Z took 1
Dragon Ball Kai is an edited and condensed version of Dragon Ball Z produced and released in 2009 to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the original series. In addition to its new music tracks and re-recorded voice acting, Toei Animation updated the series' visuals to take advantage of high-definition televisions. The series concluded after 98 episodes, whereas the original Dragon Ball Z took 194 episodes to reach the same point. Kai was continued in 2014 with what is considered its own series, Dragon Ball Kai (2014).
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Franchise Timeline
Dragon Ball Z Kai is entry 5 of 14 in the Dragon Ball watch order, continuing the story after Dragon Ball GT: A Hero's Legacy.
Franchise Timeline
Dragon Ball
Essential·Core entries only — skip filler and side content
- Dragon BallSeason 11986
- Dragon Ball ZSeason 21989
- Dragon Ball GTSeason 31996
- Dragon Ball GT: A Hero's LegacySeason 41997
- Dragon Ball Z KaiSeason 52009
- Dragon Ball Z Kai: The Final ChaptersSeason 72014
- Dragon Ball DaimaSeason 82024
- Dragon Ball Z: Battle of GodsMain Story #9 (MOVIE)2013
- Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection 'F'Main Story #10 (MOVIE)2015
- Dragon Ball SuperSeason 112015
- Dragon Ball Super: BrolyMain Story #12 (MOVIE)2018
- Dragon Ball Super: Super HeroMain Story #13 (MOVIE)2022
- Dragon Ball Super: BeerusSeason 142026
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
- Dragon Ball1986
- Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood RubiesOptional MOVIE1986
- Dragon Ball: Sleeping Princess in Devil's CastleOptional MOVIE1987
- Dragon Ball SpecialsOptional SPECIAL1988
- Dragon Ball: Mystical AdventureOptional MOVIE1988
- Dragon Ball: The Path to PowerOptional MOVIE1996
- Super Dragon Ball HeroesOptional ONA2018
- Dragon Ball Z1989
- Dragon Ball Z: Dead ZoneOptional MOVIE1989
- Dragon Ball Z: The World's StrongestOptional MOVIE1990
- Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of MightOptional MOVIE1990
- Dragon Ball Z: Bardock, The Father of GokuOptional TV1990
- Dragon Ball Z: Lord SlugOptional MOVIE1991
- Dragon Ball Z: Cooler's RevengeOptional MOVIE1991
- Dragon Ball Z: Gather Together! Goku's WorldOptional OVA1992
- Dragon Ball Z: The Return of CoolerOptional MOVIE1992
- Dragon Ball Z: Summer Vacation SpecialOptional TV1992
- Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13!Optional MOVIE1992
- Dragon Ball Z: The History of TrunksOptional TV1993
- Dragon Ball Z: Broly - The Legendary Super SaiyanOptional MOVIE1993
- Dragon Ball Z: Bojack UnboundOptional MOVIE1993
- Dragon Ball Z: Plan to Eradicate the SaiyansOptional OVA1993
- Looking Back at it All: The Dragon Ball Z Year-End Show!Optional TV1993
- Dragon Ball Z: Broly - Second ComingOptional MOVIE1994
- Dragon Ball Z: Bio-BrolyOptional MOVIE1994
- Dragon Ball Z: Fusion RebornOptional MOVIE1995
- Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the DragonOptional MOVIE1995
- Dragon Ball: Nihon Ijin Taishou - Saikyou no Ijin wa Dare?Optional TV2007
- Dragon Ball: Yo! The Return of Son-Goku and Friends!!Optional SPECIAL2008
- Dragon Ball Z: Plan to Eradicate the Super SaiyansOptional OVA2010
- Dragon Ball: Episode of BardockOptional SPECIAL2011
- Dragon Ball GT1996
- Annecy Festival 60th Anniversary PVsOptional TV2021
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are in Dragon Ball Z Kai?
Dragon Ball Z Kai consists of 97 episodes in total. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 23 minutes.
Is Dragon Ball Z Kai a remake of Dragon Ball Z?
Yes, Dragon Ball Z Kai serves as an alternative version to the original Dragon Ball Z. It was produced to provide a more streamlined experience of the classic story.
Do I need to watch Dragon Ball before starting Dragon Ball Z Kai?
While Dragon Ball Z Kai is the fifth entry in the franchise, it functions as a continuation of the story. You may want to watch the prequel Dragon Ball first to fully understand the history of characters like Son, Gokuu and his friends.
Who are the main characters featured in Dragon Ball Z Kai?
The story primarily follows the martial arts expert Son, Gokuu and his son Son, Gohan. Other key characters who play significant roles include Vegeta, Piccolo, and Kuririn.
Which studio produced Dragon Ball Z Kai?
This series was animated by the studio Toei Animation. The production was overseen by director Toriyama, Akira, with notable contributions from staff members such as Kikuchi, Shunsuke and Yamamoto, Kenji.
What should I watch if I enjoy Dragon Ball Z Kai?
If you are a fan of the action and martial arts themes in this series, you might also enjoy popular titles like Naruto Shippuden, One Piece, or Yu Yu Hakusho: Ghost Files. Other recommendations from fans include JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (2012) and Bleach.
What is the premise of Dragon Ball Z Kai?
Set five years after the events of the original series, the story begins when a powerful alien named Raditz arrives on Earth to reveal the truth about the past of Son, Gokuu. When his son is kidnapped, Gokuu must form an unlikely alliance with his former nemesis, Piccolo, to save him.
Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Country
- Japan
- Premiered
- Spring 2009
- Aired
- Apr 5, 2009 – Mar 27, 2011
- Broadcast
- Sunday · 09:00:00
- Episodes
- 97 / 97
- Duration
- 23 min
- Time to Complete
- 37h 11m
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- Toei Animation
Alternative Titles
jaドラゴンボール改
en-x-romajiDragon Ball Kai
enDBZ Kai
enDBK
enDragonball Kai
enDB Kai
ruДраконий жемчуг Кай
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