The Earth is shaking, the sky is splitting—and Goku has finally gone live-action. The first concept trailer for Dragon Ball Z (2026) has exploded onto the internet, showcasing a high-budget reimagining of the legendary anime, with Henry Cavill stepping into the gravity-defying role of Earth’s mightiest Saiyan.
Directed by visionary sci-fi director Denis Villeneuve, the trailer teases a grounded yet epic approach to the Dragon Ball Z saga, blending real-world cinematography with cutting-edge VFX to bring the battles of Goku, Vegeta, and the Z Fighters to life.
The trailer opens with Cavill’s Goku training in a remote mountain range before turning to the sky, sensing an approaching power unlike anything Earth has seen. The ominous arrival of Frieza, played by Rami Malek in full motion capture, sets the tone for a cataclysmic showdown.
Key visuals include:
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Goku’s first transformation into Super Saiyan, erupting in golden light
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A high-speed midair fight between Piccolo (Mahershala Ali) and Nappa (Dave Bautista)
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A haunting flashback of the destruction of Planet Vegeta
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A glimpse of the iconic Kamehameha charging in real-time slow motion
Anya Taylor-Joy appears as Android 18, with John Boyega as Tien and Zac Efron rumored to play Vegeta, though the trailer only gives a shadowed tease of the Prince of all Saiyans.
Fans are going wild, calling it the most faithful and cinematic adaptation of anime to date, with hashtags like #DragonBallZLiveAction, #HenryCavillGoku, and #Kamehameha2026 trending worldwide.
Though still a concept trailer, insiders say Warner Bros. is seriously considering greenlighting the full film for a Summer 2026 release.
A warrior from the stars. An evil from the void. Earth’s last stand begins. 🌍🔥
