Dragon Ball movies don't always get the appreciation they deserve, especially not those from outside the DBZ era.

These non-canon Dragon Ball films have quite a few interesting elements that should be brought back into the mainstream series.

The last Dragon Ball movie before Akira Toriyama's passing had one mission: give Piccolo, one of the franchise's best characters, his due.

By placing other characters at the forefront, this particular Dragon Ball movie has achieved something unprecedented!

Dragon Ball Z, the iconic masterpiece by the legendary Akira Toriyama, introduced the thrilling concept of dramatic power-ups triggered by near-death experiences or the pain of seeing loved ones harmed.