Fans can’t seem to get enough of Dragon Ball DAIMA, despite it being a non-canonical series. The interesting concept that it has brought with it managed to conjure massive excitement about the show. As an added incentive, it also has the potential to solve some of the long-standing continuity issues in the Dragon Ball universe.
With all these combined, DAIMA also managed to break a big Netflix record, as it revived the excitement of watching the OG series. While airing simultaneously with other anime giants of the modern era, this Dragon Ball spin-off proved why the series is so popular to begin with. So you might wonder what this massive achievement would be.
This Week’s 2nd Most Watched Netflix Series: Dragon Ball DAIMA!
Just within one week after its latest episode on Netflix, Dragon Ball DAIMA has already racked up 3.2 million views! The show thus has taken the second spot as the most-watched title for the week, as the top spot was claimed by the series, Deceitful Love: Limited Series (Source: Netflix). It’s also interesting to note that DAIMA has gone past other popular anime titles such as Dandadan and Ranma 1/2, so its reach is quite vast.
This latest installment in the legendary Dragon Ball franchise comes with an all-new take on this cherished series. Designed by Akira Toriyama and animated by Toei, DAIMA focuses on Goku and his friends who find themselves dealing with their younger forms as they struggle to uncover the secret to their curse. With this fresh premise coupled with stunning animation, this has reached out to fans both old and new. It carries a mesh of nostalgia blended with present context which made the series definitely a must-watch.
Daima Leaves Competition in the Dust, Outshining Other Anime Giants
While airing along with other popular anime shows like One Piece, Ranma 1/2, and Dandadan, Dragon Ball DAIMA still has managed to carve out its space and shine. Considering the competition in the anime world, it is a tough task, however, DAIMA’s viewership number simply speaks for itself. It proves how this massive franchise has been able to grip hearts around the globe for more than three decades.
The early success of DAIMA can be a result of its faithful continuation of the iconic saga by Akira Toriyama. Maybe because it is delivering the long-awaited experience that fans must have wanted to get. It stayed true to the roots while bringing fresh elements to attract the old as well as new viewers in equal measure. This further adds to the hope that the Dragon Ball franchise will continue to entertain people’s hearts even in the far future.
Dragon Ball DAIMA is available to watch on Crunchyroll and Netflix.
