Dragon Ball Super: Broly
Toei Animation
When to watch: Watch this movie immediately after Episode 131 of Dragon Ball Super. It is required viewing and directly connects to the next arc.
Dragon Ball Super: Broly è un'entrata monumentale nel franchise Dragon Ball — il primo film a canonizzare ufficialmente Broly, un personaggio originato in tre film non canonici dell'era Z che è diventato uno dei più amati del franchise. Questo film del 2018 reimmmagina Broly come una figura tragica e simpatica: un Saiyan di straordinario potere innato, esiliato da bambino dal Re Vegeta per paura. Quando Freezer scopre i Saiyan esiliati e li porta sulla Terra come armi contro Goku e Vegeta, il risultato è una battaglia che porta i due eroi ai loro limiti assoluti.
L'animazione in Dragon Ball Super: Broly ha stabilito un nuovo standard per il franchise. Il film espande anche in modo significativo la mitologia Saiyan. Questo è ora lore canonico di Dragon Ball — il livello di potere di Broly, la sua storia e gli eventi di questo film sono considerati continuità ufficiale.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dragon Ball Super: Broly canon?
Yes. Unlike the original Broly films from the Z era, Dragon Ball Super: Broly is fully canonical, overseen by Akira Toriyama himself. It establishes Broly's official origin and is part of the main Dragon Ball continuity.
Do I need to finish Dragon Ball Super before watching?
The film works as a standalone, but watching after Episode 131 (end of the Tournament of Power) provides the best context for the characters' power levels and Frieza's current situation.
How does Super: Broly compare to the original Broly films?
The original Broly – The Legendary Super Saiyan (1993) is non-canon and has a different, simpler origin for Broly. Super: Broly completely reimagines the character with a more compelling backstory and far superior animation.
When was Dragon Ball Super: Broly released?
Released December 14, 2018 in Japan and in January 2019 internationally. It became one of the highest-grossing Dragon Ball films of all time.
Is Super: Broly adapted from the manga?
The film is an original story by Akira Toriyama, not adapted from the manga. However, Toriyama's direct involvement makes it fully canonical regardless.
What do fans think of Dragon Ball Super: Broly?
Extremely well received — hailed as the best Dragon Ball film ever made by most fans. The animation quality and the reimagined Broly backstory earned near-universal praise.