Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1: Release Date, Streaming Info, and Essential Details

Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1 is set to premiere on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 11:40 PM JST. This iconic battle shonen series marks its return with a new anime installment for the first time since the conclusion of Dragon Ball Super in 2018. Adding to the significance of this return is the fact that this is the final project overseen by the esteemed creator Akira Toriyama prior to his passing on March 1, 2024.

Furthermore, it’s been confirmed that the storyline unfolds in a timeline situated before Super and subsequent to the Buu Saga from the original series. Thus, Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1 will kick off in this narrative context. This initial episode is poised to reveal how Goku and his companions regress into their childhood forms, a pivotal plot element highlighted in the trailers, while also setting the stage for the protagonist’s upcoming journey.

Disclaimer: There are spoilers related to the Dragon Ball Daima series contained within this article.

Release Date and Timing of Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1 for Various Regions

Goku and Vegeta as children in Daima (Image via Toei Animation)

The first episode of Dragon Ball Daima will debut on October 11, 2024, at 11:40 PM JST. Below are the release times for other time zones:

Time Zone	Release Time	Release Day	Release Date
Pacific Time	7:40 AM	Friday	October 11, 2024
Central Time	9:40 AM	Friday	October 11, 2024
Eastern Time	10:40 AM	Friday	October 11, 2024
Greenwich Mean Time	2:40 PM	Friday	October 11, 2024
Central European Time	4:40 PM	Friday	October 11, 2024
Indian Standard Time	8:10 PM	Friday	October 11, 2024
Philippine Time	10:40 PM	Friday	October 11, 2024
Australia Central Time	1:40 AM	Saturday	October 12, 2024

Where to Watch Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1?

Kid Goku in Daima (Image via Toei Animation)

In Japan, viewers can catch Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1 on Fuji TV.

International fans will also have the opportunity to watch the English-subtitled version of Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1 on Crunchyroll and Netflix. A subscription is required to access both streaming platforms, with Crunchyroll providing a simulcast of the series.

Overview of the Series

Chi-Chi and Bulma as kids (Image via Toei Animation)

This series occurs in the timeline after the Buu Saga and prior to Dragon Ball Super, implying that characters like Beerus and Whis will not be involved in the story. An essential plot point is that an unexpected event transforms Goku and the rest into their youthful selves.

Moreover, the series intends to reintroduce the Supreme Kai as a vital character, assisting Goku, as hinted in the trailers. The protagonist is set to embark on a journey into another realm to rectify this transformation, thus embarking on a new adventure where he must leverage his trusty Nyoibo (Power Pole), reminiscent of the franchise’s earlier chapters.

Trailers have also hinted at the inclusion of the Demon Clan, known villains from the franchise’s video games, suggesting their relevance in the storyline. However, specific details regarding their roles remain scant, though many speculate they are responsible for reverting Goku and his friends to childhood.

Anticipations for Dragon Ball Daima Episode 1

Kid Goku as a Super Saiyan (Image via Toei Animation)

Viewers can expect Dragon Ball Daima to set the foundation for the new dynamics among the characters now reintroduced as children. The episode will likely delve into how this transformation occurs and outline Goku’s quest to restore their former selves. Fans should also anticipate exhilarating action sequences, a hallmark of Akira Toriyama’s works.

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