Dragon Ball: Sleeping Princess in Devil's Castle

Synopsis

Dragon Ball: Sleeping Princess in Devil's Castle is a Japanese animated feature film released in 1987, part of the Dragon Ball franchise created by Akira Toriyama. The movie follows protagonist Goku and his friends as they journey to Devil's Castle to rescue Princess Misa from a powerful demon named Lucifer. Along the way, they encounter dangerous foes and must use their martial arts skills and ki energy to overcome obstacles. With thrilling battle sequences and comedic moments, the film showcases the iconic characters and themes that have made Dragon Ball a beloved series worldwide.

Cast

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  Masako Nozawa

  Son Goku (voice)

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  Mayumi Tanaka

  Kuririn (voice)

• Nachi Nozawa

  Lucifer (voice)

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  Hiromi Tsuru

  Bulma (voice)

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  Toru Furuya

  Yamucha (voice)

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  Naoko Watanabe

  Puar (voice)

Reviews

Dragon Ball: Sleeping Princess in Devil's Castle has garnered mixed reviews from critics. While some praise the film for its action-packed sequences and dynamic animation, others criticize its simplistic plot and lack of character development. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 3.5/5 rating, stating that 'the movie delivers adrenaline-fueled fights but falls short on storytelling'. On the other hand, IMDb users rated it 6.6/10, appreciating the nostalgia factor and the introduction of new villainous characters. Metacritic's consensus mentions that 'Dragon Ball: Sleeping Princess in Devil's Castle is a fun ride for fans of the franchise but may not offer much for casual viewers'. Overall, the movie's blend of humor, action, and friendship has both its strengths and weaknesses, appealing to different audiences for varying reasons.