New Leaks Hint at Episode Count and Streaming Platform for Dragon Ball Super: Beerus

It’s an interesting time to be a Dragon Ball fan. For the first time in years, the franchise will be absent from Jump Festa, the annual showcase organized by the manga’s publisher. Coupled with the silence surrounding the continuation of the Dragon Ball Super manga, this raises concerns about the series’ future. However, excitement is building as Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, a remake of the Dragon Ball Super anime, is set to premiere this October.

While the anime may not introduce much in terms of new storylines, fans are eager to see Dragon Ball return with a fresh, enhanced visual style. Speculation is rife about the series’ duration and which arcs from the original anime will be included. Although an official streaming platform outside Japan hasn’t been confirmed yet, a recent rumor might shed light on these questions.

On September 28, the account @SugoiLITE posted on X, claiming that Dragon Ball Super: Beerus will consist of 19 episodes, divided into three arcs: the God of Destruction Beerus arc, the Frieza’s Revival arc, and the Universe Six arc. This aligns with earlier reports suggesting around 20 episodes and these specific arcs. If accurate, this would mean the anime could air until February 2027 with weekly episodes. The post also mentioned that Crunchyroll would stream the show one hour after its Japanese airing, although this has yet to be officially confirmed by the platform.

While @SugoiLITE’s track record with leaks isn’t flawless, this particular post gained traction after being shared by @Venixys, a Dragon Ball news account known for its reliability based on insider information. In August, the account’s owner announced a halt to sharing leaks due to their negative impact on the community, which adds credibility to their recent repost of @SugoiLITE’s information.

Setting aside the rumors, the most puzzling aspect is Crunchyroll’s lack of an official announcement, especially since it has been the streaming home for Dragon Ball Super. With less than two weeks until Dragon Ball Super: Beerus debuts in Japan, it’s hard to see how this silence could benefit marketing efforts. Notably, Crunchyroll’s fall anime schedule, released on September 15, does not mention Dragon Ball Super: Beerus at all.

Another recent development may clarify Crunchyroll’s quietness. In Japan, Prime Video will stream episodes of Dragon Ball Super: Beerus 30 minutes after they air on Fuji TV. This is significant, as the original Dragon Ball Super anime only became available on Prime Video in Japan in 2019, a year after its conclusion. This marks a major win for Amazon’s streaming service and could indicate ongoing negotiations over streaming rights outside Japan.

Regardless of whether Dragon Ball Super: Beerus ends up on Crunchyroll, Prime Video, or both, interest in the franchise remains strong. If the three-arc structure is confirmed, it could take the remake all the way to the Goku Black arc, potentially leading to a subsequent season that includes the Universe Survival arc. Following that, the already-announced Galactic Prisoner arc promises to deliver entirely new Dragon Ball content. Let’s hope we won’t have to wait too long for it.