Is Dragon Ball Z and Kai the same story?

Is Dragon Ball Z and Kai the same story?

Dragon Ball Z and its reboot series Kai might have a few things in common, but really they are two entirely different stories. Dragon Ball Z Kai is a 2009 revision of the original Dragon Ball Z – a show that’s lauded as one of the best Shonen Battle Anime ever made.

Should I watch DBZ Kai after DBZ?

So you may be wondering, should you watch Dragon Ball Z or Kai? Dragon Ball Z is longer, with much more filler and boring moments, yet the payoff is more satisfying. However, It would be advisable to watch DBZ first, before watching its more modern, originalist version: Dragon Ball Kai.

How does Dragon Ball Z Kai end?

By ending at the Cell saga, it ends in the place where the original author Akira Toriyama wanted it to. In doing so, you miss the two-three seasons that came afterward. The are also other small differences between the two, including different music in some cases, and new scenes added/redone in Kai.

Is Dragon Ball Kai canon?

The Dragon Ball anime, Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Z Kai, and Dragon Ball Super anime all adapt content from their respective manga series. As a result, the adapt and depict canon content. However, they also depict original content that falls outside the preview of canon (i.e., the Garlic Junior Arc).

What should I watch after DBZ Kai?

If you have watched Kai, you have essentially watched Dragon Ball Z. There is the original Dragon Ball TV series before that (153 episodes); keep in mind that the manga was simply called Dragon Ball beginning to end, so to watch the equivalent material, you need to watch Dragon Ball AND Dragon Ball Z.

What is the last episode of Dragon Ball Z Kai?

Even Stronger! Goku’s Dream Is Never-Ending!
Dragon Ball Z Kai/Latest episode

When did Dragon Ball Z Kai come out?

It was produced in commemoration of the original series’ 20th and 25th anniversaries. Produced by Toei Animation, the series was originally broadcast in Japan on Fuji TV from April 5, 2009 to March 27, 2011.

What does KAI mean in Dragon Ball Z?

The “Kai” (改「かい」) in the series’ name means “updated,” “modified,” or “altered,” reflecting it being an abridging of the original anime that removes a majority of its filler. Two issues of Shonen JUMP have included some primary information about the series.

What was the name of Goku’s Son in Dragon Ball Z Kai?

Error: please try again. The episode begins telling the story of Goku up to the present of the series. The episode goes on to introduce his son Gohan, named after Goku’s grandfather. Although a stranger appears in a space pod in search of someone by the name of Kakarot.

Is there a Japanese version of Dragon Ball Z?

Japanese promotional poster for Dragon Ball Z Kai. Dragon Ball Z Kai (known in Japan as Dragon Ball Kai) is a revised version of the anime series Dragon Ball Z. It was produced in commemoration of the original series’ 20th and 25th anniversaries.