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Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies

1986 · Movie · 50 min · ★ 6.9 · 62% critics

ActionAnimationAdventureComedyFantasy

A greedy ruler hunts for magical wish-granting orbs to end his endless hunger, putting a nearby village in danger. A determined young villager seeks help, and a small group of adventurers sets off on a fast-paced quest filled with comedy, fights, and a showdown with an invading army.

Also known as Dragon Ball Movie 1 - The Legend of Shenlong

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Details
Original title
ドラゴンボール 神龍の伝説
Years
1986
Release date
1986-12-20
Language
Japanese
Runtime
50 min
Critic score
62/100
TMDB rating
6.9/10 (375 votes)
About

You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a quick, lighter intro to the Dragon Ball world with jokes, simple stakes, and frequent scuffles; Not for you if you dislike rushed retellings or want deeper character time.

Pros: fun action and humor; good introduction; charming, family-friendly vibe | Cons: rushed retelling; thin character moments; very short runtime

Themes

  • friendship
  • martial arts
  • monster
  • greed
  • alien
  • based on manga
  • martial arts master
  • martial artist
  • bandit
  • super villain
  • shounen
  • anime

Cast & crew

Directed by Daisuke Nishio