Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest (1990)
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT.
The verdict
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest is a solid, watchable Japanese film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It's sitting at 6.6/10 on TMDB across 567 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. At a brisk 60 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT.
Should you spend 60 minutes on it?
60 minutes of Japanese action, leaning animation. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.
- Why
- 6.6/10 from 567 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want a slower, character-led story
- Best for
- A weeknight
Story
The evil Dr. Kochin uses the dragon balls to resurrect his mentor, Dr. Wheelo, in an effort to take over the world. Dr. Wheelo, his body having been destroyed by the avalanche that killed him fifty years before, desires the body of the strongest fighter in the world as his new vessel. Believing Roshi to be the world's strongest warrior, Dr. Kochin abducts Bulma and forces Roshi to surrender himself to save her. When Goku hears of their abduction, he goes to their rescue.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h — short |
| Genre | Action / Animation |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Daisuke Nishio
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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