The year 2026 marks the 40th anniversary of Akira Toriyama’s masterpiece, and Toei Animation has decided to celebrate in an unexpected yet necessary way. The announcement of Dragon Ball Super: Beerus during Genkidamatsuri confirms that the franchise is not only looking to the future but also fixing its past.
Scheduled to premiere in the Fall of 2026, this new anime is not a mere rerun. It is an expanded reimagining of the “Battle of Gods” arc, designed to erase the bad impression left by the rushed 2015 production and give the God of Destruction the spotlight he deserves.
The Anime “Snyder Cut”: Fixing “Episode 5”
For veteran fans, the start of Dragon Ball Super in 2015 carries a trauma: inconsistent animation quality, symbolized by the infamous “Episode 5,” where the drawings of Goku and Beerus were heavily criticized. Akira Toriyama himself, during his lifetime, expressed dissatisfaction with the production quality at the time.
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus arrives with the promise of cutting-edge animation, utilizing modern technologies seen in recent films (like Broly and Super Hero). The proposal is to deliver the “definitive version” of the encounter between Goku and Beerus, with redone fight choreographies and art that honors the creator’s legacy.
More Than a Remake: Deepening the Lore
The series won’t just be visual. The title suggests a shift in perspective. By focusing on Beerus, the anime is expected to explore the mythology of the Gods of Destruction, the role of Angels (Whis), and the fear Beerus imposed on the universe before meeting the Saiyans. It is an opportunity to fill narrative gaps that the movies and the original series skipped over due to pacing.
Double Strategy: The Future Is Also Guaranteed
Fans’ biggest fear was that this remake would delay the adaptation of the manga’s unreleased arcs (Moro and Granolah Sagas). Toei, however, played 4D chess: by simultaneously announcing Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol Saga, the studio guarantees content for two audiences. While Beerus attracts new fans and fixes the visual canon, Galactic Patrol advances the story for those thirsty for new adventures. It is the golden age of Dragon Ball, ensuring its relevance even after Toriyama’s passing.
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