Goku (played by Justin Chatwin) is a protagonist in Dragonball Evolution.
Protagonist martial artist and high school senior. Receives a Dragonball from his grandfather, seeks Master Roshi after their home is destroyed. Teams up with Bulma, Yamcha, and Roshi to collect the seven Dragonballs. Learns ki manipulation and the Kamehameha Wave, transforms into the Great Ape Ōzaru during a solar eclipse, and ultimately defeats Lord Piccolo to save Earth. Master Roshi (played by Chow Yun-Fat) is a protagonist in Dragonball Evolution.
Legendary martial arts guru who initially possesses a Dragonball. Teaches Goku to control his ki and joins the quest. Consults his former teacher to prepare a new Mafuba enchantment to reseal Piccolo. Attempts to use the technique but lacks energy, is killed by Ōzaru, but is later resurrected by Goku. Yamcha (played by Joon Park) appears in Dragonball Evolution.
Former desert bandit who initially traps the group. Convinced by Master Roshi to join their quest in exchange for royalties from Bulma's invention. Assists the team in fighting off ambushes by Mai and helps secure Dragonballs throughout their journey. Mai (played by Eriko Tamura) appears in Dragonball Evolution.
Bulma (played by Emmy Rossum) appears in Dragonball Evolution.
Intelligent inventor from the Capsule Corporation who creates a device to locate Dragonballs. Partners with Goku, offering protection in exchange for his help. Supports the team's quest, secures Yamcha's cooperation through financial incentives, and announces the Dragonballs' scattering at the conclusion.
Dragonball Evolution (2009) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
Goku
(played by Justin Chatwin) — protagonist
Protagonist martial artist and high school senior. Receives a Dragonball from his grandfather, seeks Master Roshi after their home is destroyed. Teams up with Bulma, Yamcha, and Roshi to collect the s...
Master Roshi
(played by Chow Yun-Fat) — protagonist
Legendary martial arts guru who initially possesses a Dragonball. Teaches Goku to control his ki and joins the quest. Consults his former teacher to prepare a new Mafuba enchantment to reseal Piccolo....
Yamcha
(played by Joon Park) — supporting
Former desert bandit who initially traps the group. Convinced by Master Roshi to join their quest in exchange for royalties from Bulma's invention. Assists the team in fighting off ambushes by Mai and...
Mai
(played by Eriko Tamura) — supporting
Bulma
(played by Emmy Rossum) — supporting
Intelligent inventor from the Capsule Corporation who creates a device to locate Dragonballs. Partners with Goku, offering protection in exchange for his help. Supports the team's quest, secures Yamch...
Key Relationships
Bulma → Master Roshi
(Alliance Ally)
Yamcha → Mai
(Conflict Enemy)
Master Roshi → Mai
(Conflict Enemy)
Bulma → Mai
(Conflict Enemy)
Goku → Mai
(Conflict Enemy)
Goku → Yamcha
(Alliance Teammate)
Master Roshi → Yamcha
(Alliance Teammate)
Bulma → Yamcha
(Alliance Teammate)
Goku → Bulma
(Alliance Partner)
Goku → Master Roshi
(Professional Master)
Story Analysis
A young martial artist must unite allies to stop an ancient demon king from conquering Earth using the Dragonballs.
Plot Progression
The Demon's Return & The Orphaned Heir
Gathering the Guardians & The Tournament Deception
