AceShowbiz - Even after more than 40 years since its original launch in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball remains popular worldwide. The franchise has not only defined numerous Shonen genre conventions but continues to influence creators globally. Following the passing of Toriyama in 2024, the Dragon Ball Super manga entered an indefinite hiatus. The artist Toyotaro, who supported Super during its serialization, is anticipated to take over both the story and artwork duties going forward.

While fans eagerly await the resumption of Dragon Ball Super’s monthly serialization, a significant update arrives for the final film written by Toriyama. As April 2026 approaches, streaming services are revealing their new content lineups, with Hulu announcing it will add the 2022 film Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero to its library starting April 13th. Though many anime titles typically premiere on Crunchyroll, Hulu continues to expand its anime offerings each season.

The official Hulu website released its April schedule, detailing both upcoming additions and removals. While the overall lineup may not match the intensity of March’s, the inclusion of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero is a highlight. This film, already available on Crunchyroll and Prime Video, will now reach a broader audience through Hulu’s streaming service.

Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero is a canonical addition to the Dragon Ball universe. Its storyline takes place after the events of Dragon Ball Super: Broly and just before the epilogue of Dragon Ball Z. The plot focuses on Gohan and Piccolo as they protect Earth while Goku and Vegeta train in Beerus’ world. The antagonist, Magenta, returns years after his father Commander Red’s defeat by Goku, determined to exact revenge on Goku and his allies. Magenta rebuilds the Red Ribbon Army and enlists Dr. Hero, the grandson of the infamous scientist Dr. Gero, known for creating deadly Androids.

Dr. Hero is manipulated by Magenta into believing Earth’s superheroes are alien threats. In response, he develops a new series of Androids to combat them. With Goku and Vegeta absent, Piccolo and Gohan serve as the planet's primary defenders. Notably, Gohan, who has distanced himself from fighting to focus on his family and academics, discovers a new power that surpasses the traditional Super Saiyan limits when those he cares about are endangered.

Released in 2022, the film is officially part of the main storyline’s continuity. Its success led to an adaptation into the Dragon Ball Super manga, expanding the story and serving as the series’ final arc.

As the film becomes available on Hulu, it offers fans another opportunity to revisit it. The streaming debut on April 13th means viewers can enjoy the film alongside Hulu’s diverse anime catalog.

In summary, the arrival of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero on Hulu marks a significant addition to the platform’s anime selection in April 2026. With Dragon Ball Super manga on hiatus, the film’s availability provides fans with content that honors Toriyama’s legacy.

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