How to watch dragon ball series in order

If you're new to Dragon Ball or just wanting to rewatch all its episodes for the first time, navigating its vast world may prove challenging. Finding your place within it all may take time and dedication - this makes finding out the correct order even harder!

Yajirobe Chiaotzu Dr Wheelo Future Bulma Gohanks among others!

How to Watch the Whole Series in Order?

In this guide we'll show you how to watch each Dragon Ball series in order so you can follow Goku and Vegeta along their adventures alongside

1. Dragon Ball (1986-1989)

This original series marks the starting point for everything related to Dragon Ball and anime history as we know it, chronicling young Goku's journey to find the legendary Dragon Balls. Here we see some of the foundational relationships and battles which would go on to define history - characters such as Yajirobe and  chiaotzu  are introduced later making an immediate impactful difference in Goku's life.


Starting out with the original series is key if you want to watch all the Dragon Ball series sequentially; its lighthearted atmosphere and focus on adventure are in stark contrast with later, more battle-oriented sagas. If you want to know how to watch Dragon Ball series chronologically, starting from here should be priority number one.

2. Dragon Ball Z (1989-1996)

Packed with high-stakes battles and epic transformations between iconic villains such as Frieza, Cell, Majin Buu and power ups such as those provided by Yajirobe and Chiaotzu during major battles Yajirobe is often sought out to assist during major Chiaotzu-Yajirobe duels that make up this classic battleground, Dragon Ball Z is beloved among audiences everywhere


Movies such as The World's Strongest introduce dr wheelo, a villainous scientist with a mechanical body who adds extra dimension to the plot. Future Bulma also plays an essential part in Trunks' timeline and provides some of the series' most riveting story arcs.


Trying to follow along with the Dragon Ball series? Start with Dragon Ball Z; here, the stakes and action become much higher and more intense than previous installments.

3. Dragon Ball Super (2015-2018)

its franchise returned with Dragon Ball Super in 2015. This series explored new universes, stronger enemies, and introduced several fan-favorite characters such as Gohanks (the amalgamation of Gohan and Trunks). Future Bulma continued her essential role of keeping time intact throughout this franchise installment.


Dragon Ball Super is the third entry in the franchise and following it will help you understand how its characters such as Yajirobe, Chiaotzu and Dr. Wheelo interact.


4. Dragon Ball GT (1996-1997) (non-canon) 

 Following Goku after being turned into a child and his adventures in space; Gohanks doesn't feature here either but this gives fans something extra!

5. Dragon Ball Movies

In addition to the main series, Dragon Ball offers several movies which provide additional stories and character arcs. Villains like Dr. Wheelo frequently make appearances in these movies, adding another layer of storytelling for fans to explore throughout their viewing of the franchise. These movies often fall outside the official timeline so it is advisable to include them at various points throughout your viewing journey of this beloved franchise.

Final Thoughts:

Now you understand how to watch the Dragon Ball series in order. Start with the original series before moving on to Dragon Ball Z and Super, followed by GT for extra adventures. Don't forget the movies either for additional glimpses of Dr. Wheelo, Yajirobe, Chiaotzu, Future Bulma and gohanks at work!


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