Common Sense Media Review
Anime series finale is more violent than others.
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Based on 5 parent reviews
Based on 11 kid reviews
Kids say the show has a blend of charm and significant flaws, particularly criticizing the story choices and character development, yet some viewers still find enjoyment in it, especially if they are Dragon Ball fans. While there are concerns about violence and minor language, many believe it's suitable for most ages and suggest that the series has redeeming qualities, especially for those viewing it with an open mind.
- story issues
- character flaws
- mixed reviews
- suitable for ages
- enjoy if fan
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
What's the Story?
A few years after the events of Dragon Ball Z, one of Goku's old enemies finds all seven of the mysterious Dark Star Dragon Balls. Once a wish is made to return Goku to his younger self, it is revealed that all seven Dragon Balls are not collected by the year's end, the earth with explode. It is up to Goku and his friends to scour the galaxy for the Dragon Balls and return them to Earth before time runs out.
Is It Any Good?
DRAGON BALL GT does little to improve the shortcomings of the previous shows of the franchise. The fighting sequences are more intense and moments to take a breath are very few. That said, the action is well choreographed and plot is complex, if a bit confusing at times.
All of the show's favorite characters are back and everyone gets a good amount of screen time and development. Pan, Goku's granddaughter, plays a huge part in the story's events and grows as a person throughout the course of the show. There are also a few dramatic character deaths as well, so have tissues at the ready if kids are attached to any one of them. People who are familiar with the Dragon Ball series will not find many surprises, since it is more of the same action, with a new twist on the story.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the violence in the show, and how it compares to the rest of the series. Is there a reason why the characters choose to fight instead of solving the conflict another way?
How does the Dragon Ball series compare to other anime shows you have watched? What are its strengths? Its flaws?
TV Details
- Premiere date : November 7, 2003
- Cast : Christopher Sabat , Elise Baughman , Stephanie Nadolny
- Network : Nickelodeon
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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