Where should I start watching Dragon Ball from?

If you want to start with the beginning, start with Dragon Ball. If you want to start with the most popular segment (probably the most entertaining segment, but this is a matter of opinion), start with Dragon Ball Z.

What Dragon Ball should be watched first?

Purists start with Dragon Ball Many people begin with “Dragon Ball Z,” as it’s the most popular Dragon Ball anime series and can be understood fairly well even without watching its predecessor. Still, those interested in seeing how the franchise evolved should start with the 1986-1989 series “Dragon Ball.”

Do I have to watch Dragon Ball first?

You should start with the original. You won’t be completely lost if you watch Dragon Ball Z first, but there are some details you will miss out on. Plus going through Dragon Ball helps give a greater sense of scale to escalating battles you see in DBZ.

Where can I watch Dragon Ball in order?

How to watch Dragon Ball in canonical order:

• Dragon Ball, all episodes.
• Dragon Ball Z or Kai, until the end of the Frieza Saga.
• Dragon Ball Z: Bardock — The Father of Goku (TV Special)
• Dragon Ball Z, from the end of the Frieza Saga until the end of the Cell Saga.
• Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks (TV Special)

Where does Dragon Ball take place?

Earth
Earth ( 地 ち 球 きゅう , Chikyū), also called the Dragon World (ドラゴンワールド, Dragon World), is a planet inhabited by mainly Earthlings but other races and species also reside on this planet. It is the home of the Dragon Team and the main setting for the entire Dragon Ball series.

Do I need to watch Dragon Ball before DBZ?

You can Absolutely Skip Dragonball and dive right into DBZ! But know this: watching Z first will practically ruin Dragon Ball later on. Many of the establishmed stories of Z aren’t present in DB. Like Goku and Piccolo’s actual races.

Is there a prequel to Dragon Ball?

It is the prequel to his Dragon Ball manga taking place around 10 years (exactly 11 according to the penultimate chapter) before the very first chapter, with its chapters being referred to as Dragon Ball Chapter -11 etc. It is part of Toriyama’s “Galactic Patrol series”, along with Sachi-chan Gū!! and Jiya.

Can I skip Dragon Ball 1?

Should you watch Dragon Ball Z before or after Dragon Ball?

Beginning with “Dragon Ball” might also give fans a different impression of certain characters than they’d get from watching “Z” first, particularly Yamcha and Yajirobe, who are shown to be more formidable than later series sometimes suggest. Moreover, several elements from “Dragon Ball” are revisited or followed up on in later series.

Which ‘Dragon Ball’ movies should new fans watch first?

Other major character debuts include the Saiyan Prince Vegeta, whose slow path to redemption lasts all of “Z,” and Other World fighting instructor King Kai. Once new fans finish the Saiyan Saga, they should watch the first three “Dragon Ball” Z movies.

Should you watch Dragon Ball GT?

Still, “GT” isn’t required viewing, especially since “Super” has confirmed the show is neither canon to the anime or the manga. Like the Garlic Jr. Saga for “Z,” “GT” is a fairly divisive entry in the Dragon Ball franchise, but it’s not without its charm.

What is the best Dragon Ball series to start with?

Many people begin with “Dragon Ball Z,” as it’s the most popular Dragon Ball anime series and can be understood fairly well even without watching its predecessor. Still, those interested in seeing how the franchise evolved should start with the 1986-1989 series “Dragon Ball.”