While the list organizes episodes well, it does not inherently flag "filler" (anime-original content not in the manga). A new viewer using this list to plan a watch-through might struggle to distinguish between essential plot episodes and comedic side-stories (like the episodes involving Android 8 or the Rabbit Mob), which can lead to viewer fatigue.
If you want only canon episodes (manga-based), skip:
Use this list to identify which Sagas you want to watch, but do not feel obligated to watch every single episode listed. The list proves that while the destination is great, the original journey had a few too many detours.
Also: (2009–2015) — a remastered, filler-cut version of Z (167 episodes).
| Series | Episodes | Original Run | Notes | |--------|----------|--------------|-------| | | 153 | 1986–1989 | Young Goku, martial arts tournaments, Red Ribbon Army. | | Dragon Ball Z | 291 | 1989–1996 | Most famous for Saiyan, Frieza, Cell, Buu arcs. | | Dragon Ball GT | 64 | 1996–1997 | Non-canon (Toei original), follows end of Z. | | Dragon Ball Super | 131 | 2015–2018 | Canon sequel to Z (before end of Z). |
Kai removes almost all filler — use its list if you prefer streamlined viewing.
If you want, I can generate a for any specific series (e.g., all 153 DB episodes with arcs). Just let me know which series you’re focusing on.
Goku's childhood adventures and the original search for the Dragon Balls. 1989–1996
The franchise is divided into five primary television series: Dragon Ball , Dragon Ball Z , Dragon Ball GT , Dragon Ball Super , and the recently released Dragon Ball DAIMA . This guide provides a complete breakdown of each series and its major story arcs. 1. Original Dragon Ball (153 Episodes)