Kai removes almost all filler — use its list if you prefer streamlined viewing.
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.
| Site | Best for | |------|-----------| | | Most detailed episode lists + filler markers | | Anime News Network | Accurate Japanese & English title tables | | MyAnimeList | Quick series + episode count | | Wikipedia | “List of Dragon Ball Z episodes” — clean, sagas mapped | list of dragon ball episodes
The list often blends into Dragon Ball Z in the minds of viewers. While the list clearly ends at Episode 153, the transition to Z is purely a marketing distinction (as the manga is one continuous story). The list creates an artificial "wall" between DB and Z that can be confusing for those trying to watch the franchise in chronological order.
Since its debut in 1986, the franchise has grown into a global phenomenon, spanning over 800 episodes across multiple series. Whether you are a newcomer or a returning fan, navigating the massive list of Dragon Ball episodes can be a challenge. Kai removes almost all filler — use its
| Saga | Episodes (Z) | |-------|--------------| | Saiyan | 1–35 | | Namek / Frieza | 36–107 | | Garlic Jr. (filler) | 108–117 | | Android / Cell | 118–194 | | Great Saiyaman / World Tournament | 195–219 | | Buu | 220–291 |
If you want only canon episodes (manga-based), skip: | Site | Best for | |------|-----------| |
The list excels at breaking the 153-episode run into digestible story arcs. It cleanly separates the Emperor Pilaf Saga , Tournament Sagas , Red Ribbon Army , and the Piccolo Daimao arcs. This is crucial because Dragon Ball shifts genres significantly—from an adventure comedy to a martial arts drama—and the list reflects this evolution well.