Dragonball Evolution, tentatively titled
Dragonball, is an upcoming
2009 American
live-action film adaptation of the
Dragon Ball media franchise being produced by
20th Century Fox. The story centers around the adventures of the lead character,
Goku, from his childhood into adulthood. The film began development in 2002, and is directed by
James Wong and produced by
Stephen Chow. It is scheduled for release on April 8, 2009. Actor
Justin Chatwin was cast as Goku, and
James Marsters will be portraying
Lord Piccolo, the
antagonist of the film.
