Dragon Ball: The Path to Power, released in 1996 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Dragon Ball anime, offered a fresh retelling of the series' origin, featuring a unique twist where the Red Ribbon Army seeks out Goku rather than him encountering them. Upon its initial release, the film received mixed reviews; while fans enjoyed seeing beloved characters like Oolong, voiced by Naoki Tatsuta, and Commander Red/Shenlong, voiced by Kenji Utsumi, the animation style and narrative choices were sometimes seen as less impactful compared to the original series. Over time, however, the movie has gained appreciation for its nostalgic value and novel reinterpretation of classic storylines. Today, Dragon Ball: The Path to Power is regarded as an underrated gem within the franchise, cherished by fans who appreciate its creative deviations and its role in commemorating the Dragon Ball legacy.
Full Cast of Dragon Ball: The Path to Power
Shozo Iizuka
Naoko Watanabe
Hiromi Tsuru
Masaharu Sato
Masako Nozawa
Bin Shimada
Toru Furuya
Naoki Tatsuta
Hirohiko Kakegawa
Hisao Egawa
Daisuke Gori
Kenji Utsumi
Crew of Dragon Ball: The Path to Power
Full backstage crew list →- Released March 04, 1996