In the wake of Akira Toriyama’s recent passing on March 1st, fans worldwide have been pouring out tributes to the legendary creator of the iconic Dragon Ball franchise. Joining in this homage, Toonami, the beloved Cartoon Network offshoot now housed under Adult Swim, is set to host its own commemorative event this week: a marathon featuring the first eight episodes of Dragon Ball Kai.
For those unfamiliar with Dragon Ball Kai, it’s essentially a revamped version of the original Dragon Ball Z series. Condensed into a tighter narrative spanning 167 episodes compared to the original’s 291, Kai offers a streamlined experience, complete with HD remastering and a fresh voice cast featuring many of the original actors. According to announcements on Toonami’s social channels, the marathon is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, March 16th, at 2 a.m. Eastern Time, running until 6 a.m.
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