Funimation has released some great news for fans of the 'Dragon Ball Z' franchise. The latest film, 'Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F' has officially been announced for the U.S. and Canada, and has been dated to screen from August 4 to August 12 in select theaters.

CEO of Funimation, Gen Fukunaga released this statement:

"We are thrilled to bring fans - both new and old - this latest film from series creator Akira Toriyama. Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection 'F' is a visually stunning movie and offers even more action and comedy than 'Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods.'"

The 'Dragon Ball Z' franchise has become wildly popular in the states ever since its first release in 1986.

'Resurrection of F' will feature one of the series' most nefarious villains back in a new "golden" form. This iteration of the character has been teased in recent 'Dragon Ball Z Xenoverse' game.

Here's a synopsis of the movie:

"Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection 'F' is the 20th film in the "Dragon Ball" franchise, which first debuted in North America in 1986. The new movie showcases the return of Frieza - one of the greatest villains in all of anime. Now resurrected from death, Frieza embarks on plans to take his revenge on the Z Fighters of Earth. Goku and Vegeta once again face their nemesis together, but this time it is a fight for Earth's very survival.

"As far as the voice cast for the film goes we've got Seán Schemmel as Goku, Christopher R. Sabat as Vegeta/Piccolo, Chris Ayres as Frieza, John Burgmeier as Tien, Kyle Hebert as Gohan, Mike McFarland as Master Roshi, Monica Rial as Bulma, Sonny Strait as Krillin, Ian Sinclair as Whis, Todd Haberkorn as Jaco, and Jason Douglas as the villain from last year's "Battle of Gods," Beerus."