Dragon Ball (1986)

In an audacious spin on the timeless Chinese legend "Journey to the West," Dragon Ball invites viewers into a world where the ordinary is extraordinary, and the expected is anything but. The tale follows the incredibly powerful child-warrior Son Gokû, a unique fighter adorned with a monkey tail, on an epic quest woven with whimsy and danger, friendship and rivalry, and hope and despair. In this distorted version of Earth, Gokû is not alone. A motley crew of eccentric characters, each with their own stories and ambitions, accompany him on his journey. Their collective mission? To seek the seven mystical Dragon Balls. These are not mere trinkets; they are sacred crystals with the power to grant the possessor any desire imaginable. Yet, this wondrous boon can only be summoned once a year by invoking the Grand Dragon, adding an exciting time constraint to our heroes' journey. However, the path to the Dragon Balls is far from tranquil. Adversity lurks around every corner, with numerous villains vying for the Dragon Balls themselves, igniting relentless battles that test the courage, resolve, and strength of Gokû and his companions. The stakes are high, the challenge is monumental, but the reward? Undeniably worth it. Dragon Ball, with its vibrant characters and electrifying storyline, takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride of emotions and adventures, where each episode unfurls a new chapter in their thrilling journey towards one ultimate wish.

Dragon Ball is an action show featuring Masako Nozawa and created by Akira Toriyama.

Dragon Ball is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Crunchyroll and it's also available on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Funimation Now and Hulu.

It is also possible to buy Dragon Ball on Amazon Video, Microsoft Store and Vudu.