Dragon Ball: The Early Years

Original Title: Dragon ball

Release Date (Japan): April 26th, 1986 - June 25th, 1995

Genre(s) Action-Comedy-Fantasy-Sentai/Superhero-Martial Arts-Adventure-Romance

Studio Toei Animation Ltd.

Licensor Funimation Entertainment Inc. and FUNIMASU USA INC.

Dragon Ball is a classic Japanese anime series that serves as the precursor to its more popular counterpart, Dragon Ball Z. The show follows the adventures of an orphaned boy named Goku who possesses extraordinary abilities thanks in part due to eating one of seven magical dragon balls scattered across Earth-protecting his new friends from evil forces seeking world domination.

The original dubbed English version was released by Funimation Entertainment Inc., later re-released under license from FUNIMASU USA INC. The dub featured voice acting provided by veteran actors such as Christopher Sabat (Goku), Vic Mignogna (Trunks/Kuririn) and Sean Schematic ( Android 17). Other notable changes include the usage of original Japanese music, more faithful/complete translations of episode titles, and Guru being referred to only as 'the World's Strongest.'

Overall, Dragon Ball remains an entertaining watch for fans looking back at how it all began with its blend of action-packed fight sequences, light-hearted humor, and memorable characters.

Original dragon ball episodes