Netflix has confirmed that Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, the remake of the Dragon Ball Super saga with updated animation, will begin airing weekly in the United States starting October 17, 2026. The Dragon Ball franchise thus returns to the platform with new episodes every week.
The episodes will arrive on Netflix six days after their original broadcast in Japan and their simulcast on Crunchyroll, which begins on October 11, 2026. This release schedule is identical to the one Netflix previously used for Dragon Ball: Daima and for the weekly release of One Piece.
The news was confirmed by Netflix through its official account, which posted the announcement alongside a trailer for the premiere. Additionally, the official trailer for Dragon Ball Super: Beerus is now available.
What is Dragon Ball Super: Beerus and why is it a remake?
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus is a visual reconstruction of the original Dragon Ball Super series, featuring significantly improved animation compared to the 2015 broadcast. At that time, the series was criticized for the quality of its animation, especially in its early arcs.
This is, in fact, the fourth time that the story of Beerus, the God of Destruction, has reached the public. The character debuted in the 2013 film Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods, ending an 18-year cinematic hiatus following 1995's Wrath of the Dragon. Subsequently, the story was adapted into the 2015 Dragon Ball Super series and also in the Dragon Ball Super manga, both beginning with the Battle of Gods arc.
Official synopsis of Dragon Ball Super: Beerus
According to the synopsis shared by Netflix, the story is set a few years after the battle against Majin Buu. A terrifying new enemy awakens from a decades-long slumber: Lord Beerus, the God of Destruction.
Driven by a prophetic dream about a legendary warrior known as the Super Saiyan God, Beerus travels the universe alongside his angelic assistant, Whis, in search of the last Saiyans. Their search leads them directly to Earth, home of Son Goku and Prince Vegeta. Eager to test that legendary power, Beerus threatens to destroy the planet if his challenge is not met. Goku and his friends must push past their mortal limits to unlock a new divine transformation before their world is erased from existence.
Which story arcs will the series cover?
The plot of Dragon Ball Super: Beerus will not be limited to the Battle of Gods arc. As confirmed, the series will also include new animation for the Resurrection of F arc and the Universe 6 arc, thus expanding the adaptation beyond its original starting point.
Frequently asked questions about Dragon Ball Super: Beerus
When does Dragon Ball Super: Beerus premiere on Netflix?
Netflix confirmed that new episodes will begin airing weekly in the United States starting October 17, 2026.
How often will new episodes be released?
The series will follow a weekly broadcast format, with episodes arriving on Netflix six days after their premiere in Japan and their simulcast on Crunchyroll.
Is Dragon Ball Super: Beerus a completely new series?
It is not an original story, but rather a remake of the 2015 Dragon Ball Super series, featuring improved animation and re-adapting the Beerus saga along with the Resurrection of F and Universe 6 arcs.
Which story arcs will the series include?
It will include the Battle of Gods arc, the Resurrection of F arc, and the Universe 6 arc, all with new animation.
Where can I watch the Dragon Ball Super: Beerus trailer?
Netflix released an official trailer for the series coinciding with the announcement of its weekly premiere date.