Dragon Ball fans have something to celebrate as a new series titled “Dragon Ball Daima” has officially launched in Japan. Created by the legendary Akira Toriyama, the show features an original storyline. The premiere took place on October 11, 2023, at 11:40 PM JST, which translated to 10:40 AM EST and 7:40 AM PST for North American viewers.
If you’re eager to watch “Dragon Ball Daima” online, the first episode is streaming on Crunchyroll as of October 11 at 1 PM EST (10 AM PST). Although live episodes can only be viewed through FujiTV in Japan, Crunchyroll also offers a free trial, with premium subscriptions available for $11.99 per month. Furthermore, the first episode will be accessible on Netflix starting October 18.
Additionally, for fans who wish to experience the new series with others, the first three episodes will be screened in U.S. theaters on November 10, 11, and 12. Tickets are already on sale, so fans can check theater listings to find available showtimes.
While specific details about the entire season’s release schedule are not confirmed, it’s expected that new episodes will debut on Crunchyroll and that previous episodes will become available on Netflix on the same day.
The premise of “Dragon Ball Daima” follows the familiar character Son Goku as he embarks on a new adventure after a conspiracy leads to him and his friends being shrunk in size. To restore their original forms, the group travels to an unfamiliar world, promising a blend of intense action and whimsical battles. Toriyama himself has stated that he has invested significant effort into this new series, which will delve into the mysteries of the Dragon Ball world.
Produced by Toei Animation, “Dragon Ball Daima” is directed by Yoshitaka Yashima and Aya Komaki, marking the final anime written by Akira Toriyama. The confirmed voice cast includes Masako Nozawa as Goku, Koki Uchiyama as Glorio, Fairouz Ai as Panzy, Yumiko Kobayashi as Supreme Kai, Shotaru Morikubo as Gomah, Junya Enoki as Degesu, and Yoko Hikasa as Dr. Arinsu.