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Dragon Ball
TV Show (1986)
Young Goku sets off on a quest with his teenage friend Bulma to find the seven Dragon Balls, which grant whoever possesses them a single wish.
TV Show (1986)
Young Goku sets off on a quest with his teenage friend Bulma to find the seven Dragon Balls, which grant whoever possesses them a single wish.
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Content at a glance
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Sex & Nudity
The series features sexual-based humor, including running gags with lecherous supporting characters and close-ups of breasts.
Violence & Gore
The show features hand-to-hand martial arts combat, slapstick, and life-or-death struggles involving characters being beaten, stabbed, or vaporized.
Profanity
Mild profanities such as damn and crap are occasionally heard.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Older characters consume alcohol and smoke, sometimes displaying drunken behavior for comedic effect.
Frightening Scenes
Younger viewers may find certain imagery unsettling, such as characters transforming into a giant ape or scary villain appearances.
Other things to know
Various merchandise including DVD box sets, posters, T-shirts, and toys are available for the series.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The main character shows the value of standing up to bullies, practicing, and fighting defensively rather than out of malice.
Role models
Goku enjoys martial arts without bullying, uses his abilities to protect others, and tries to befriend everyone.
Representation
The guide notes that a good portion of the humor is sexual, with two lecherous supporting characters used as a running gag, and that the show's female characters are framed mainly through sexualized looks at their bodies. It also says Goku's unfamiliarity with girls leads him to look at their bodies, a portrayal that objectifies female characters.
Learning
Families can discuss the violence in this series and explore the differences between defensive and hostile fighting.
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