: 291 episodes. This version includes "filler" content—original scenes not found in Akira Toriyama's manga—to allow the manga's publication to stay ahead of the anime. Dragon Ball Z Kai (Remastered)
Because the anime was produced alongside the original manga, the creators often added "filler" episodes to keep the show from catching up to the source material. There are approximately in the original run, making up about 13–15% of the series. dbz number of episodes
| Series Version | Episode Count | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 291 | The complete, uncut original series. | | DBZ (Original English Dub) | 276 | Heavily edited/cut version aired internationally. | | DBZ Kai (Japanese) | 159 | Filler removed; strictly follows the manga. | | DBZ Kai (International) | 167 | Includes slightly more content in the Buu Saga. | : 291 episodes
The Great Saiyaman, the World Tournament, Fusion, and the final battle with Kid Buu. Filler vs. Canon Episodes There are approximately in the original run, making
: 167 episodes (International) or 159 episodes (Japan). Kai is a high-definition remaster that cuts out most filler to more closely follow the manga's pacing. Dragon Ball GT : 64 episodes. Dragon Ball Super : 131 episodes. Dragon Ball Daima : 20 episodes (as of early 2025). Specials: There are 2 primary TV specials— Bardock: The Father of Goku and The History of Trunks —that are closely tied to the "Z" era. Major Story Arcs (Original Z Series)
The original anime consists of 291 episodes , which aired in Japan from 1989 to 1996. This total covers the four primary story arcs: the Saiyan, Frieza, Cell, and Majin Buu sagas.