Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol is the officially announced return of the Dragon Ball Super anime, revealed on January 25, 2026, during the franchise’s 40th-anniversary presentation at the Dragon Ball Genkidamatsuri event in Japan.
The series is a direct continuation of the original Dragon Ball Super television run that aired from 2015 to 2018 and adapts a major manga-only storyline for the first time. Production is currently underway at Toei Animation, with industry projections pointing to a 2027 release window.
Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol announcement
Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol was officially announced on January 25, 2026, during the franchise’s 40th-anniversary presentation at the Dragon Ball Genkidamatsuri event. The reveal took place on stage at Makuhari Messe in Japan, with executive producer Akio Iyoku and Goku voice actor Masako Nozawa presenting the project.
When will The Galactic Patrol release?
Production is currently underway. While an exact premiere date for The Galactic Patrol has not been finalized, sources indicate a likely release in 2027.
Where The Galactic Patrol fits in the Dragon Ball timeline
The Galactic Patrol is not a reboot or remake. It continues the story immediately after the Universe Survival Arc, also known as the Tournament of Power, which concluded the original TV series.
Chronologically, the events of Dragon Ball Super: Broly take place just before this arc begins. That film serves as the final bridge between the original series and this new sequel.
In 2026, the franchise will briefly split its focus. While The Galactic Patrol moves the story forward, a separate project titled Dragon Ball Super: Beerus will debut in Fall 2026. That project is an enhanced reconstruction of the Battle of Gods storyline and revisits the beginning of Dragon Ball Super with updated animation and closer alignment to Akira Toriyama’s original drafts.
What chapters of the manga are being adapted?
The Galactic Patrol adapts the Galactic Patrol Prisoner Arc from the Dragon Ball Super manga, covering chapters 42 through 67.
The story follows Goku and Vegeta as they are recruited by the Galactic Patrol, a cosmic peacekeeping organization responsible for maintaining order across the universe. Their mission is to stop Moro, an ancient sorcerer known as a “Planet-Eater” who escapes imprisonment after 10 million years.
Unlike previous villains such as Jiren or Frieza, Moro relies on magic rather than raw physical power. He absorbs the life energy of planets and living beings, allowing him to weaken opponents directly. His abilities are especially dangerous to Saiyans, as he can siphon energy from their bodies and suppress Super Saiyan transformations entirely.
Who are The Galactic Patrol?
The Galactic Patrol is led by the Galactic King and includes familiar characters like Jaco, alongside new additions introduced in this arc.
One of the most significant new figures is Merus, the Patrol’s elite Number 1 agent. Merus plays a central role in the conflict and has a mysterious connection to godly powers that becomes increasingly important as the story unfolds.
Majin Buu also becomes a major protagonist. The Galactic Patrol needs the dormant Grand Supreme Kai, whose spirit resides inside Good Buu. The Grand Supreme Kai was the only being capable of sealing Moro’s magic in the distant past, making Buu essential to stopping the threat permanently.
Galactic Patrol story overview
This series marks the first time the Dragon Ball Super anime will adapt large-scale story arcs that previously existed only in manga form.
Throughout the arc, Goku and Vegeta pursue different paths of growth. Goku focuses on refining Ultra Instinct, while Vegeta travels to Planet Yardrat to learn advanced spirit-based techniques rather than relying solely on new transformations.
The conflict also expands beyond just Goku and Vegeta. Earth is defended by the full Z-Fighter roster, including characters such as Tien, Chiaotzu, and Yamcha, giving the arc a broader ensemble focus than recent theatrical releases.
Production details
The project is based on the original work, story concepts, and character designs of the late Akira Toriyama.
It is produced by Toei Animation, with Akio Iyoku serving as executive producer. Iyoku and Masako Nozawa announced the series on stage during the Genkidamatsuri event, confirming that Nozawa will reprise her role as Son Goku.
Early teaser visuals show Goku and Vegeta wearing Galactic Patrol uniforms, and there is growing speculation that the series may adopt a higher-quality seasonal production model rather than a long-running weekly format, though no official confirmation has been given.
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