Dragon Ball Unveils New Anime Series "Dragon Ball DAIMA" for Worldwide Release in Fall 2024

A brand-new anime series titled "Dragon Ball DAIMA," based on the original Dragon Ball manga by Akira Toriyama, has been announced. The new series is set to celebrate the franchise's 40th anniversary and will air worldwide in fall 2024. The announcement was made at New York Comic-Con, which is currently taking place in the United States.



For "Dragon Ball DAIMA," Toriyama has developed an entirely new storyline. According to the teaser trailer, the series will feature familiar faces like Goku, Vegeta, and Bulma in a fresh light. Additionally, there will be mysterious new characters, one of whom appears to be observing an intense battle between Goku and Majin Buu.

Akira Toriyama revealed that Goku and his friends will be shrunk due to a secret plot in this series, leading them into a completely new world. He promises thrilling adventures and intense action in an unexplored, mystical world. Toriyama also assures fans that the new series will provide insights into some unresolved questions of the Dragon Ball universe. He encourages viewers to look forward to "a somewhat different, charming, and intense battle" in the new series.

Masako Nozawa, the voice actress of Goku, also shared her excitement for the new series. Without giving details, she expressed her enthusiasm and said she looks forward to enjoying the new series together with the fans.

Dragon Ball first appeared in Weekly Shōnen Jump in 1984 and has sold over 260 million copies worldwide as a manga. The series has also been adapted into TV shows, movies, and video games and remains successful. The franchise released a new film, "Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero," in 2022 and previously launched the Toriyama-conceived series "Dragon Ball Super" in 2015.