Decades after its initial release, Dragon Ball Z continues to be one of the most beloved anime series of all time. Who doesn't enjoy watching vibrant, powerful heroes fighting epic battles with the world's fate hanging in the balance?
With the franchise expanding through Dragon Ball Super and the recently concluded Dragon Ball Daima, we believe it's the perfect moment to honor classic DBZ and its most legendary heroes and antagonists. Join us as we count down the greatest characters from the series' extensive history, from Frieza and Vegeta to Goku himself.
Please note: This ranking focuses exclusively on Dragon Ball Z and does not include characters from the original Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball GT, Dragon Ball Super, or Dragon Ball Daima.