While the core "Z" series has 291 episodes, the franchise includes several different versions and sequels that affect the total count: Dragon Ball Z (Original)
The Garlic Jr. filler arc, the arrival of Trunks, the Androids, and the Cell Games.
The 291 episodes are typically divided into several major sagas, though exact groupings can vary between TV broadcasts and DVD releases:
| Series Version | Episode Count | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 291 | The complete, uncut original series. | | DBZ (Original English Dub) | 276 | Heavily edited/cut version aired internationally. | | DBZ Kai (Japanese) | 159 | Filler removed; strictly follows the manga. | | DBZ Kai (International) | 167 | Includes slightly more content in the Buu Saga. |
: 167 episodes (International) or 159 episodes (Japan). Kai is a high-definition remaster that cuts out most filler to more closely follow the manga's pacing. Dragon Ball GT : 64 episodes. Dragon Ball Super : 131 episodes. Dragon Ball Daima : 20 episodes (as of early 2025). Specials: There are 2 primary TV specials— Bardock: The Father of Goku and The History of Trunks —that are closely tied to the "Z" era. Major Story Arcs (Original Z Series)
The journey to Planet Namek, the Ginyu Force, and the fight against Frieza.
The original anime series consists of 291 episodes . It originally aired in Japan on Fuji TV from April 26, 1989, to January 31, 1996. Episode Breakdown by Series
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While the core "Z" series has 291 episodes, the franchise includes several different versions and sequels that affect the total count: Dragon Ball Z (Original)
The Garlic Jr. filler arc, the arrival of Trunks, the Androids, and the Cell Games.
The 291 episodes are typically divided into several major sagas, though exact groupings can vary between TV broadcasts and DVD releases:
| Series Version | Episode Count | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 291 | The complete, uncut original series. | | DBZ (Original English Dub) | 276 | Heavily edited/cut version aired internationally. | | DBZ Kai (Japanese) | 159 | Filler removed; strictly follows the manga. | | DBZ Kai (International) | 167 | Includes slightly more content in the Buu Saga. |
: 167 episodes (International) or 159 episodes (Japan). Kai is a high-definition remaster that cuts out most filler to more closely follow the manga's pacing. Dragon Ball GT : 64 episodes. Dragon Ball Super : 131 episodes. Dragon Ball Daima : 20 episodes (as of early 2025). Specials: There are 2 primary TV specials— Bardock: The Father of Goku and The History of Trunks —that are closely tied to the "Z" era. Major Story Arcs (Original Z Series)
The journey to Planet Namek, the Ginyu Force, and the fight against Frieza.
The original anime series consists of 291 episodes . It originally aired in Japan on Fuji TV from April 26, 1989, to January 31, 1996. Episode Breakdown by Series