📜 Petition for a Faithful Remake of the Original Dragon Ball Series

The Issue

🎯 Purpose

We, the global community of fans, respectfully request the production of a modern, high-quality remake of the original Dragon Ball (1986) anime that preserves its spirit while enhancing it with today’s animation, pacing, and accessibility standards.

🧠 Why a Remake Is Necessary

1. The Beginning of the Legend Deserves Modern Preservation

The original story is the foundation of the entire franchise. It introduces Goku’s journey, the world’s humor, martial arts philosophy, and emotional tone that later arcs build upon.

However, many new viewers skip it due to:

Outdated animation quality

Slow pacing typical of 1980s broadcast formats

Limited availability in some regions

A remake would allow new generations to experience the story as it was meant to be felt, not bypassed.

2. Cultural and Historical Importance

The original work by Akira Toriyama is one of the most influential adventure stories ever created.

It blends:

Classic Chinese folklore (Journey to the West) inspiration

Comedy-driven storytelling rarely seen in later arcs

Grounded martial arts progression before the cosmic scale

Modern audiences know the transformations and battles, but many never see the heart of the journey.

3. A Massive Audience Gap Exists

Millions of fans discovered the franchise through later series. A remake would:

Provide a clean entry point for new viewers

Unite longtime fans and newcomers under one definitive version

Expand streaming success globally

With today’s anime boom, this is not nostalgia. This is smart timing.

4. Technology Can Finally Do Justice to the Adventure

Modern animation pipelines could enhance:

Fight choreography with fluid martial arts realism

Environmental storytelling (forests, deserts, Capsule tech, worldbuilding)

Consistent character proportions aligned with Toriyama’s manga art

Seasonal pacing instead of filler-heavy weekly production

Handled correctly by Toei Animation, the remake could mirror the success of other modern re-adaptations.

5. Expanding Global Accessibility

A remake distributed through platforms like Crunchyroll and broadcast partnerships such as Fuji TV would ensure:

Simultaneous worldwide release

High-quality subtitles and dubs

Preservation for future generations

🏆 What This Remake Should Aim To Be

We are not asking for a reboot or reinterpretation.

We request:

A faithful manga-based adaptation

Modern animation and sound design

Seasonal storytelling without filler

Respect for humor, charm, and adventure tone

Careful pacing that highlights character growth

This should feel like opening a restored classic film, not rewriting history.

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The Issue

🎯 Purpose

We, the global community of fans, respectfully request the production of a modern, high-quality remake of the original Dragon Ball (1986) anime that preserves its spirit while enhancing it with today’s animation, pacing, and accessibility standards.

🧠 Why a Remake Is Necessary

1. The Beginning of the Legend Deserves Modern Preservation

The original story is the foundation of the entire franchise. It introduces Goku’s journey, the world’s humor, martial arts philosophy, and emotional tone that later arcs build upon.

However, many new viewers skip it due to:

Outdated animation quality

Slow pacing typical of 1980s broadcast formats

Limited availability in some regions

A remake would allow new generations to experience the story as it was meant to be felt, not bypassed.

2. Cultural and Historical Importance

The original work by Akira Toriyama is one of the most influential adventure stories ever created.

It blends:

Classic Chinese folklore (Journey to the West) inspiration

Comedy-driven storytelling rarely seen in later arcs

Grounded martial arts progression before the cosmic scale

Modern audiences know the transformations and battles, but many never see the heart of the journey.

3. A Massive Audience Gap Exists

Millions of fans discovered the franchise through later series. A remake would:

Provide a clean entry point for new viewers

Unite longtime fans and newcomers under one definitive version

Expand streaming success globally

With today’s anime boom, this is not nostalgia. This is smart timing.

4. Technology Can Finally Do Justice to the Adventure

Modern animation pipelines could enhance:

Fight choreography with fluid martial arts realism

Environmental storytelling (forests, deserts, Capsule tech, worldbuilding)

Consistent character proportions aligned with Toriyama’s manga art

Seasonal pacing instead of filler-heavy weekly production

Handled correctly by Toei Animation, the remake could mirror the success of other modern re-adaptations.

5. Expanding Global Accessibility

A remake distributed through platforms like Crunchyroll and broadcast partnerships such as Fuji TV would ensure:

Simultaneous worldwide release

High-quality subtitles and dubs

Preservation for future generations

🏆 What This Remake Should Aim To Be

We are not asking for a reboot or reinterpretation.

We request:

A faithful manga-based adaptation

Modern animation and sound design

Seasonal storytelling without filler

Respect for humor, charm, and adventure tone

Careful pacing that highlights character growth

This should feel like opening a restored classic film, not rewriting history.

The Decision Makers

Kazuhiko Torishima
Kazuhiko Torishima
Senior Advisor (Former Editor-in-Chief of V-Jump),Editorial & Franchise Development,Shueisa
Akio Iyoku
Akio Iyoku
Executive Producer & Head,Capsule Corporation Tokyo, Capsule Corporation Tokyo
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