How the Remake Breaks Down, Arc by Arc
Dragon Ball Super's comeback has a clear plan, and it starts with the remake. Officially titled Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, this reimagined series premieres Fall 2026 on Fuji TV and kicks off with a condensed retelling of the Battle of Gods story. According to insider reports, the Beerus arc will consist of just 6 episodes compared to the original anime's 14-episode run. All filler is gone, the animation is completely new, and the experience should feel closer to the 2013 film while still working as a TV series.
The Full Arc Lineup
After Beerus, the Golden Frieza arc follows at 6 to 7 episodes. Unnecessary subplots like the Ginyu-Tagoma body swap are expected to get cut entirely. The Universe 6 Tournament (Champa arc) reportedly gets 10 to 12 episodes and will merge content from both the manga and the original anime for what could become the definitive version of that tournament. The Future Trunks arc is where things get really interesting. Reports suggest it will come in under 18 episodes with a major narrative overhaul, leaning heavily into the manga's version of events. That means Goku Black's power scaling through Zenkai boosts, revised handling of Fused Zamasu, and potentially no spirit bomb sword moment. Several brand new scenes not present in either version are reportedly in development too. As for the Tournament of Power? Its remake status is still unconfirmed. Some fans speculate it may not need the same treatment since it was already the strongest arc visually.
New Animation Talent and a "Super Kai" Philosophy
One of the most exciting details from insider reports is the animation team. Names like Ryo Onishi, Yuya Takahashi, and Takeo Ide have been attached to the project. For anyone who follows Dragon Ball animation closely, these are some of the most talented key animators working today. Their involvement signals Toei is treating this remake with serious production value.
More Than a Visual Upgrade
The remake was reportedly referred to internally as "Dragon Ball Super: Kai," and that label tells you everything about its philosophy. Just like Dragon Ball Z Kai stripped the filler from DBZ, this project aims to do the same for Super. But it goes further. This isn't just about cutting episodes. It's about correcting inconsistencies, integrating manga storylines that never made it to screen, and using Toriyama's original outlines more faithfully. The original Dragon Ball Super anime had well-documented issues. Early episodes caught heat for poor animation quality, certain arcs dragged, and the anime sometimes contradicted the manga in significant ways. This remake addresses all of that. If the reported episode counts hold up, the entire remake could total roughly 34 to 50 episodes depending on how later arcs are handled. That's a massive condensation from the original 131-episode run. For fans who've been telling people to "skip to episode 47" for years, this remake might finally make that advice unnecessary.
The Moro Saga Is the Real Destination
Once the remake wraps, the real prize begins. Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol was officially announced at the January 2026 Genkidamatsuri event. This series adapts the Moro arc from the manga, and insider reports suggest a late 2027 release window.