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Dragon Ball Z

Dragon Ball Z
★ 8.4/10•1989•26m•TV-14•Animation•Sci-Fi & Fantasy•Action & Adventure
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The Saiyans have returned...

Now happily married and with a son, martial arts champion Goku must defend Earth from a series of extraterrestrial invaders bent on destruction.

StatusEnded
Runtime26m
LanguageJA
First Air DateApr 26, 1989

Episodes

Episode 1 - The New ThreatE125m

The New Threat

Goku’s quiet life with his family and friends is about to be interrupted. A new threat - a powerful and sinister alien - is on its way to Earth.

Apr 26, 1989

Episode 2 - ReunionsE225m

Reunions

Goku and Gohan attend a reunion on Roshi’s island, where Goku introduces his son to all of his old friends. The smiles quickly fade, however, as an unexpected visitor - Raditz - lands on the island.

May 3, 1989

Episode 3 - Unlikely AllianceE325m

Unlikely Alliance

Raditz has kidnapped Gohan, and unless Goku agrees to join the sinister Saiyan, he may never see his son again! All hope is not lost, however, as a second visitor arrives, and Goku forges an unlikely alliance!

May 10, 1989

Episode 4 - Piccolo's PlanE425m

Piccolo's Plan

Piccolo may have a way to stop Raditz - the Makankosappo! There’s only one problem. He needs time to gather energy for the blast, which means Goku must fight Raditz alone!

May 17, 1989

Episode 5 - Gohan's RageE525m

Gohan's Rage

Gohan unleashes a mighty attack that not even Radtiz can resist! But as quickly as his power appears, it vanishes. When Raditz prepares to strike back, Goku must make the ultimate sacrifice to save his son!

May 24, 1989

Episode 6 - No Time Like the PresentE625m

No Time Like the Present

Piccolo takes Gohan into the wild for a harsh training program. Meanwhile, Goku embarks on a new adventure in the next world, as he travels the endless Snake Way to reach the legendary King Kai!

Jun 7, 1989

Episode 7 - Day 1E725m

Day 1

Gohan begins his first day of Piccolo’s training. Alone in the wilderness, he must quickly learn to take care of himself. But that isn’t easy when he’s tired, hungry - and being chased by bloodthirsty dinosaurs!

Jun 14, 1989

Episode 8 - Gohan Goes Bananas!E825m

Gohan Goes Bananas!

Korin wants Krillin, Yamcha, Tien, and Chiaotzu to report for special training! Meanwhile, Gohan’s grueling training causes him to undergo a shocking transformation!

Jun 21, 1989

Episode 9 - The Strangest RobotE925m

The Strangest Robot

To escape a pack of wild animals, Gohan ventures into an ancient cave, where he meets an old Capsule Corp robot. The robot has lived alone in the cave for over 30 years, and he’s not happy to have visitors!

Jun 28, 1989

Episode 10 - A New FriendE1025m

A New Friend

Gohan’s wilderness adventure continues, as he makes a new dinosaur friend! He’s happy to finally have some company until he’s harshly reminded that not all dinosaurs are friendly!

Jul 5, 1989

Episode 11 - Terror on ArliaE1125m

Terror on Arlia

On planet Arlia, Vegeta and Nappa become prisoners of the tyrant king who rules the planet. After a brief scuffle with the monster Yeddy, the Arlians realize that the two Saiyans are more than they can handle.

Jul 12, 1989

Episode 12 - Global TrainingE1225m

Global Training

Gohan spends his day tormenting a T-Rex. Across the planet, Tien and Chiaotzu find their training interrupted by Launch. Meanwhile, Goku tries to find King Kai on Snake Way.

Jul 19, 1989

Episode 13 - Goz and MezE1325m

Goz and Mez

Goku encounters two giant ogres who want nothing more than to use the hero as a play toy! If he can defeat their challenges, the ogres vow to show him the way back to Snake Way.

Jul 26, 1989

Episode 14 - Princess SnakeE1425m

Princess Snake

Back on Snake Way, Goku comes across a house he believes might belong to King Kai! Unfortunately, the dwelling is inhabited by Princess Snake, and she’ll do anything to keep Goku as her prisoner forever!

Aug 2, 1989

Episode 15 - Dueling PiccolosE1525m

Dueling Piccolos

Piccolo flies off the handle during his fight with Raditz and splits in two! Meanwhile, Gohan decides to take a raft across the sea to visit his mother, gets caught in a storm, and suddenly remembers that he can’t swim!

Aug 9, 1989

Episode 16 - Plight of the ChildrenE1625m

Plight of the Children

Gohan finds shelter with a gang of orphans living on the run from meddling adults. The group’s leader hatches a plan to take the kids to a safer hiding place, but when the police show up everything goes wrong!

Aug 16, 1989

Episode 17 - Pendulum Room PerilE1725m

Pendulum Room Peril

Earth’s top warriors visit Kami’s Pendulum Room where the past, present, and future co-exist. After a trip back in time, they realize they’ll need to train harder to stand a chance against the approaching Saiyans.

Aug 30, 1989

Episode 18 - The End of Snake WayE1825m

The End of Snake Way

Gohan continues training, but a full moon causes the young Saiyan to rampage out of control! Meanwhile, Goku makes it to the end of Snake Way only to mistake a friendly ape named Bubbles for King Kai!

Sep 6, 1989

Episode 19 - Defying GravityE1925m

Defying Gravity

The intense gravity of King Kai’s planet makes Goku’s training difficult, but when he learns that the Saiyans are used to extreme fighting conditions, Goku is inspired to give it his all. Will it be enough?

Sep 13, 1989

Episode 20 - Goku's AncestorsE2025m

Goku's Ancestors

After Goku struggles to bash Gregory with a hammer, King Kai inspires him with the story of the Saiyan race - and offers to train him personally! Will it be enough to stop the looming Saiyan invasion?

Sep 20, 1989

Episode 21 - Counting DownE2125m

Counting Down

Goku’s training is complete, so the gang summons the Eternal Dragon to wish him back to life. There’s only one day left before the Saiyans arrive. Unfortunately, it will take Goku two days to return!

Sep 27, 1989

Episode 22 - The Darkest DayE2225m

The Darkest Day

Vegeta and Nappa mark their arrival with the destruction of an entire city! When the Z-Fighters confront them, the heroes must face an onslaught of Saibamen under the command of the Saiyans.

Oct 11, 1989

Episode 23 - Saibamen Attack!E2325m

Saibamen Attack!

Krillin, Piccolo, and Gohan stand face to face with the sinister Saiyans and their diabolical henchmen. The villains have already proven terrifyingly powerful. Can Earth’s heroes hold out until Goku arrives?

Oct 18, 1989

Episode 24 - The Power of NappaE2425m

The Power of Nappa

Enraged over the loss of Yamcha, Krillin unleashes a powerful attack that destroys the maniacal Saibamen once and for all. Now Earth’s defenders must battle the Saiyans themselves - starting with Nappa.

Oct 25, 1989

Episode 25 - SacrificeE2525m

Sacrifice

Chiaotzu sacrifices himself to save his friends from Nappa, but when the smoke clears, the villain still stands! Luckily, Tien has one trick left that could forever silence the Saiyan warrior!

Nov 1, 1989

Episode 26 - Nappa's RampageE2625m

Nappa's Rampage

Vegeta has called a halt to the fighting, and Nappa uses the time to go on a rampage! Meanwhile, Goku reaches the end of Snake Way and races to rejoin his friends - but is he already too late?

Nov 8, 1989

Episode 27 - Nimbus SpeedE2725m

Nimbus Speed

Piccolo, Gohan, and Krillin do their best to stop the Saiyans from finding the Dragon Balls. Meanwhile, Goku rushes back to Earth on the Flying Nimbus, armed with more power than ever before!

Nov 22, 1989

Episode 28 - Goku's ArrivalE2825m

Goku's Arrival

Piccolo makes the ultimate sacrifice to save Gohan from the rampaging Saiyans. Just when all seems lost, Goku returns to Earth with an incredible new level of power and confronts the invaders.

Nov 29, 1989

Episode 29 - Lesson Number OneE2925m

Lesson Number One

Locked in battle with the Saiyans, Goku gives Nappa a brutal demonstration of the training he received from King Kai. Broken and defeated, Nappa must now face the ferocious wrath of Vegeta!

Dec 6, 1989

Episode 30 - Goku vs. VegetaE3025m

Goku vs. Vegeta

Goku decides to take on mighty Vegeta all by himself! The two appear evenly matched, but both are hiding their true strength. The epic battle is underway - which mighty warrior will claim victory?

Dec 13, 1989

Episode 31 - Saiyan Sized SecretE3125m

Saiyan Sized Secret

Vegeta and Goku continue trading brutal blows, but the action intensifies when Vegeta reveals the secret power of the Saiyans: the ability to transform into a giant, planet-destroying ape!

Dec 20, 1989

Episode 32 - Spirit Bomb Away!E3225m

Spirit Bomb Away!

Goku feels the brunt of Vegeta’s fully-realized Saiyan power! Earth’s greatest hero is left with no choice except to use the Spirit Bomb. If his attack fails, he may find himself completely doomed!

Jan 17, 1990

Episode 33 - Hero in the ShadowsE3325m

Hero in the Shadows

With Goku caught in the clutches of the giant ape Vegeta, Krillin attacks with his Destructo Disk! When his effort falls short, an unlikely hero steps out of the shadows!

Jan 24, 1990

Episode 34 - Krillin's OffensiveE3425m

Krillin's Offensive

Goku passes the power of the Spirit Bomb to Krillin, who - with King Kai’s guidance - launches the bomb at Vegeta. The Saiyan is sent flying into the sky, but is the evil warrior really gone for good?

Jan 31, 1990

Episode 35 - MercyE3525m

Mercy

Vegeta is crushed beneath the full weight of Gohan’s giant ape form! With the Saiyan battered and defeated, Krillin moves to finish the Saiyan with a final blow - but Goku has other plans.

Feb 7, 1990

Episode 36 - Picking Up the PiecesE3625m

Picking Up the Pieces

The gang mourns the loss of Yamcha, Tien, Chiaotzu, and Piccolo. With Kami gone, Earth’s Dragon Balls have disappeared. Will the surviving heroes find a way to wish their fallen friends back to life?

Feb 14, 1990

Episode 37 - Plans for DepartureE3725m

Plans for Departure

Bulma accidentally destroys the Saiyan spaceship! Luckily, Mr. Popo reveals the existence of another ship that may be able to reach Namek. Can they find it in time, and will the old ship still work if they do?

Feb 21, 1990

Episode 38 - Nursing WoundsE3825m

Nursing Wounds

Goku, Krillin, and Gohan prepare for the return of the Saiyans. Meanwhile, Bulma and Mr. Popo search for a second spaceship capable of transporting her to Planet Namek.

Feb 28, 1990

Episode 39 - Friends or Foes?E3925m

Friends or Foes?

Gohan, Bulma, and Krillin blast off for Planet Namek in search of the magic Dragon Balls, but their journey quickly turns chaotic when they encounter a bizarre situation in the vacuum of space!

Mar 7, 1990

Actors

Masako Nozawa

Masako Nozawa

Son Goku / Son Gohan / Son Goten (voice)

Ryo Horikawa

Ryo Horikawa

Vegeta (voice)

Toshio Furukawa

Toshio Furukawa

Piccolo (voice)

Mayumi Tanaka

Mayumi Tanaka

Krillin / Uranai Baba (voice)

Naoki Tatsuta

Naoki Tatsuta

Oolong / Karin (voice)

Ryusei Nakao

Ryusei Nakao

Freeza (voice)

Joji Yanami

Joji Yanami

Dr. Briefs (voice)

Naoko Watanabe

Naoko Watanabe

Puar / Chi-Chi (voice)

Hirotaka Suzuoki

Hirotaka Suzuoki

Tien Shinhan (voice)

Miki Ito

Miki Ito

Android 18 (voice)

Yuko Minaguchi

Yuko Minaguchi

Videl, Pan (voice)

Hiroko Emori

Hiroko Emori

Mama / Chaozu / Bulma / Bulla (voice)

Mayumi Shou

Mayumi Shou

Chi-Chi (voice)

Toru Furuya

Toru Furuya

Yamcha (voice)

Tomiko Suzuki

Tomiko Suzuki

Marron (voice)

Mami Koyama

Mami Koyama

Lunch (voice)

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