Dragon Ball - Movie 1: The Legend Of Shen Long ... May 2026

(released internationally as Curse of the Blood Rubies ) is the first feature film in the Dragon Ball franchise. Originally premiering in Japan on December 20, 1986, this 50-minute film serves as an alternate universe retelling of the series' first major story arc. Plot & Core Conflict

Audiences often appreciate the film for its nostalgic value and "family-friendly atmosphere." Dragon Ball - movie 1: The legend of Shen Long ...

Watch this retrospective to see how the film adapts classic scenes with a more serious tone and improved animation: Dragon ball Curse of the Blood Rubies (1986) TOEI MONTH YouTube• Oct 31, 2017 Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies (1986) - IMDb (released internationally as Curse of the Blood Rubies