Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods
Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods

Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods

2013Movie85 minJapanese

After the defeat of Majin Buu, a powerful God of Destruction known as Beerus searches for the Saiyan warrior who defeated Frieza. Realizing the threat Beerus poses to Earth, the Z-fighters must stop him. Only Goku, humanity’s last hope, can ascend to the level of a legendary Super Saiyan God and save the planet, and possibly the entire universe!

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Google Users87%
Director: Masahiro HosodaGenres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

The Destroyer God Beerus awakens from a long slumber and is on the hunt for a powerful opponent, the legendary Super Saiyan God. He arrives on Earth, where Goku and his friends are celebrating Bulma's birthday. Beerus's quest leads him to challenge Goku, setting the stage for an epic battle that could determine the fate of the universe. The Z-Fighters must find a way to achieve Super Saiyan God status to stand a chance against this formidable deity.

Critical Reception

Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods was met with generally positive reviews from critics and was a significant commercial success, reviving interest in the Dragon Ball franchise. The film was praised for its stunning animation, fun action sequences, and its ability to capture the spirit of the original series while introducing new elements. Audience reception was overwhelmingly positive, with many fans appreciating the return of Goku and the introduction of Beerus as a compelling antagonist.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant animation and exciting, well-choreographed fight scenes.
  • Appreciated for its humorous moments and engaging character interactions.
  • Seen as a successful revival of the Dragon Ball Z legacy, introducing a formidable new villain.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods', with many highlighting the thrilling action and faithful continuation of the beloved anime's style. The introduction of Beerus was a particular point of praise, seen as a fresh and powerful threat. Fans also found the humor and character moments to be a strong suit.

Fun Fact

The character of Beerus was inspired by the appearance and demeanor of Japanese comedian and actor Hitoshi Matsumoto.

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Now the Anubian “Beerus” is like most cats and even if he is the god of destruction he likes a nap! For some reason, though, he has asked his debonair vizier “Whis” to wake him after an wholly insufficient 39 years and so his master is grog...