Dragon Ball
What is dragon ball?
Key facts
Dragon Ball is a Japanese media franchise created by Akira Toriyama, beginning as a manga serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 1984 to 1995. It follows Son Goku as he trains in martial arts and searches for the Dragon Balls. The story spans Goku's childhood through adulthood, and the original manga was collected into 42 volumes by Shueisha. [1]
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Dragon Ball is a Japanese media franchise created by Akira Toriyama, beginning as a manga serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 1984 to 1995. It follows Son Goku as he adventures and trains in martial arts while searching for the Dragon Balls. The story spans Goku's childhood through adulthood, and the original manga was collected into 42 volumes by Shueisha. The franchise later expanded into anime series, including the sequel Dragon Ball Z, which continues Goku's adventures. [1]
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What is the Dragon Ball series order?
The original Dragon Ball manga ran from 1984 to 1995, and the anime adaptations follow the manga's storyline. The series order begins with Dragon Ball, then continues with Dragon Ball Z, which is a direct sequel. [1]
Is Dragon Ball 1986 or 1995?
The original Dragon Ball manga was serialized from 1984 to 1995, not 1986. The 1995 date marks the end of the manga's run in Weekly Shōnen Jump. [1]
Where can I watch the entire Dragon Ball series?
The official Dragon Ball site provides information on where to watch the series, including streaming platforms and official channels. [2]
Sources
- Dragon Ball Universe | Full Series Plot Summary & Recap (Original, Z — poggers.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
- DRAGON BALL OFFICIAL SITE — en.dragon-ball-official.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)