Dragon Ball Z (1989)

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Dragon Ball Z

Quick Facts

Premiered
Apr 1989
Runtime
30 mins
Language
Japanese
Status
Ended

External Links

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Networks

Fuji TV

Storyline

Part 2 of the Dragonball madness, this story starts when Goku is an adult and introduces him to his Saiyan origin. The main theme of Dragonball Z is fighting although it still retains aspects of the humor and adventure from the previous Dragonball series. Characters develop as they grow, mature, and some even have children! Many of Goku's former enemies become his friend they band together to fight greater evils along the way.

Episodes

Episode 1: The New Threat Aired: Apr 26, 1989
Episode 2: Reunions Aired: May 03, 1989
Episode 3: Unlikely Alliance Aired: May 10, 1989
Episode 4: Piccolo's Plan Aired: May 17, 1989
Episode 5: Gohan's Rage Aired: May 24, 1989
Episode 6: No Time Like the Present Aired: Jun 07, 1989
Episode 7: Day 1 Aired: Jun 14, 1989
Episode 8: Gohan Goes Bananas! Aired: Jun 21, 1989
Episode 9: The Strangest Robot Aired: Jun 28, 1989
Episode 10: A New Friend Aired: Jul 05, 1989
Episode 11: Terror on Arlia Aired: Jul 12, 1989
Episode 12: Global Training Aired: Jul 19, 1989
Episode 13: Goz and Mez Aired: Jul 26, 1989
Episode 14: Princess Snake Aired: Aug 02, 1989
Episode 15: Dueling Piccolos Aired: Aug 09, 1989
Episode 16: Plight of the Children Aired: Aug 16, 1989
Episode 17: Pendulum Room Peril Aired: Aug 30, 1989
Episode 18: The End of Snake Way Aired: Sep 06, 1989
Episode 19: Defying Gravity Aired: Sep 13, 1989
Episode 20: Goku's Ancestors Aired: Sep 20, 1989
Episode 21: Counting Down Aired: Sep 27, 1989
Episode 22: The Darkest Day Aired: Oct 11, 1989
Episode 23: Saibamen Attack! Aired: Oct 18, 1989
Episode 24: The Power of Nappa Aired: Oct 25, 1989
Episode 25: Sacrifice Aired: Nov 01, 1989
Episode 26: Nappa's Rampage Aired: Nov 08, 1989
Episode 27: Nimbus Speed Aired: Nov 22, 1989
Episode 28: Goku's Arrival Aired: Nov 29, 1989
Episode 29: Lesson Number One Aired: Dec 06, 1989
Episode 30: Goku vs. Vegeta Aired: Dec 13, 1989
Episode 31: Saiyan Sized Secret Aired: Dec 20, 1989
Episode 32: Spirit Bomb Away! Aired: Jan 17, 1990
Episode 33: Hero in the Shadows Aired: Jan 24, 1990
Episode 34: Krillin's Offensive Aired: Jan 31, 1990
Episode 35: Mercy Aired: Feb 07, 1990
Episode 36: Picking Up the Pieces Aired: Feb 14, 1990
Episode 37: Plans for Departure Aired: Feb 21, 1990
Episode 38: Nursing Wounds Aired: Feb 28, 1990
Episode 39: Friends or Foes? Aired: Mar 07, 1990

Episode 1: Held Captive Aired: Mar 14, 1990
Episode 2: Look Out Below Aired: Mar 21, 1990
Episode 3: The Search Continues Aired: Apr 04, 1990
Episode 4: A Friendly Surprise Aired: Apr 11, 1990
Episode 5: Brood of Evil Aired: Apr 18, 1990
Episode 6: Frieza Strikes! Aired: Apr 25, 1990
Episode 7: Defying Orders Aired: May 02, 1990
Episode 8: Namek's Defense Aired: May 09, 1990
Episode 9: The Hunted Aired: May 16, 1990
Episode 10: The Prince Fights Back Aired: May 23, 1990
Episode 11: Unexpected Problem Aired: May 30, 1990
Episode 12: Vegeta has a Ball Aired: Jun 06, 1990
Episode 13: The Past and the Future Aired: Jun 20, 1990
Episode 14: Zarbon's Special Surprise Aired: Jun 27, 1990
Episode 15: Guru's Gift Aired: Jul 04, 1990
Episode 16: Piccolo vs. Everyone Aired: Jul 18, 1990
Episode 17: Zarbon's Mission Aired: Aug 01, 1990
Episode 18: Gohan, the Hunted Aired: Aug 08, 1990
Episode 19: Unknown Enemies Aired: Aug 22, 1990
Episode 20: Destination: Guru Aired: Aug 29, 1990
Episode 21: Bulma's Big Day Aired: Sep 05, 1990
Episode 22: Hidden Power Aired: Sep 12, 1990
Episode 23: New Ally, New Problem Aired: Sep 19, 1990
Episode 24: Guldo's Mind Binds Aired: Sep 26, 1990
Episode 25: Recoome Unleashed Aired: Oct 24, 1990
Episode 26: Let the Battle Begin Aired: Oct 31, 1990
Episode 27: Goku's New Power Aired: Nov 07, 1990
Episode 28: A Legend Revealed Aired: Nov 14, 1990
Episode 29: Ginyu Assault Aired: Nov 21, 1990
Episode 30: Incredible Force! Aired: Nov 28, 1990
Episode 31: Frieza Approaches Aired: Dec 05, 1990
Episode 32: Goku is Ginyu and Ginyu is Goku Aired: Dec 12, 1990
Episode 33: Calling the Eternal Dragon Aired: Dec 19, 1990
Episode 34: Gohan, Defeat Your Dad!! Aired: Jan 16, 1991
Episode 35: Captain Ginyu...The Frog Aired: Jan 23, 1991

Episode 1: Password is Porunga Aired: Jan 30, 1991
Episode 2: Piccolo's Return Aired: Feb 06, 1991
Episode 3: The Fusion Aired: Feb 13, 1991
Episode 4: Fighting Power: One Million?? Aired: Feb 20, 1991
Episode 5: Gohan Attacks Aired: Feb 27, 1991
Episode 6: Piccolo the Super-Namek Aired: Mar 06, 1991
Episode 7: Déjà vu Aired: Mar 13, 1991
Episode 8: Freeza's Second Transformation? Aired: Mar 20, 1991
Episode 9: Another Transformation? Aired: Mar 27, 1991
Episode 10: Dende's Demise Aired: Apr 03, 1991
Episode 11: The Renewed Goku Aired: Apr 10, 1991
Episode 12: The End of Vegeta Aired: Apr 17, 1991
Episode 13: The Ultimate Battle Aired: Apr 24, 1991
Episode 14: Clash of the Super Powers Aired: May 01, 1991
Episode 15: Freeza's Boast Aired: May 08, 1991
Episode 16: Bold and Fearless Aired: May 15, 1991
Episode 17: Embodiment of Fire Aired: May 22, 1991
Episode 18: Trump Card Aired: May 29, 1991
Episode 19: Keep the Chance Alive Aired: Jun 05, 1991
Episode 20: Power of the Spirit Aired: Jun 12, 1991
Episode 21: Transformed At Last Aired: Jun 19, 1991
Episode 22: Explosion of Anger Aired: Jun 26, 1991
Episode 23: Namek's Destruction Aired: Jul 03, 1991
Episode 24: A Final Attack Aired: Jul 10, 1991
Episode 25: Approaching Destruction Aired: Jul 17, 1991
Episode 26: Gohan Returns Aired: Jul 24, 1991
Episode 27: The Last Wish Aired: Jul 31, 1991
Episode 28: Duel On A Vanishing Planet Aired: Aug 07, 1991
Episode 29: Pathos Of Frieza Aired: Aug 14, 1991
Episode 30: Frieza Defeated! Aired: Aug 21, 1991
Episode 31: Mighty Blast of Rage Aired: Aug 28, 1991
Episode 32: Namek's Explosion... Goku's End? Aired: Sep 04, 1991
Episode 33: Goku's Alive!! Aired: Sep 11, 1991

Episode 1: The Heavens Tremble Aired: Sep 18, 1991
Episode 2: Black Fog of Terror Aired: Sep 25, 1991
Episode 3: Battle in Kami's Lookout Aired: Oct 02, 1991
Episode 4: Fight With Piccolo Aired: Oct 09, 1991
Episode 5: Call For Restoration Aired: Oct 16, 1991
Episode 6: Suicidal Course Aired: Oct 23, 1991
Episode 7: Extreme Measures Aired: Oct 30, 1991
Episode 8: The World Awakens Aired: Nov 06, 1991
Episode 9: Brief Chance for Victory Aired: Nov 13, 1991
Episode 10: Krillin's Proposal Aired: Nov 20, 1991
Episode 11: Frieza's Counterattack Aired: Nov 27, 1991
Episode 12: The Mysterious Youth Aired: Dec 04, 1991
Episode 13: Another Super Saiyan? Aired: Dec 11, 1991
Episode 14: Welcome Back Goku Aired: Dec 18, 1991
Episode 15: Mystery Revealed Aired: Jan 15, 1992
Episode 16: Goku's Special Technique Aired: Jan 22, 1992
Episode 17: Z Warriors Prepare Aired: Jan 29, 1992
Episode 18: Goku's Ordeal Aired: Feb 05, 1992
Episode 19: The Androids Appear Aired: Feb 12, 1992
Episode 20: A Handy Trick Aired: Feb 19, 1992
Episode 21: Double Trouble for Goku Aired: Feb 26, 1992
Episode 22: Upgrade to Super Saiyan Aired: Mar 04, 1992
Episode 23: The Secret of Doctor Gero Aired: Mar 11, 1992
Episode 24: More Androids?! Aired: Mar 18, 1992
Episode 25: Follow Dr. Gero Aired: Mar 25, 1992
Episode 26: Nightmare Comes True Aired: Apr 01, 1992
Episode 27: Goku's Assassin Aired: Apr 08, 1992
Episode 28: Deadly Beauty Aired: Apr 15, 1992
Episode 29: No Match for the Androids Aired: Apr 22, 1992
Episode 30: Last Ditch Effort Aired: Apr 29, 1992
Episode 31: Closing In Aired: May 06, 1992
Episode 32: Unwelcome Discovery Aired: May 13, 1992

Episode 1: The Wizard's Curse Aired: Mar 09, 1994
Episode 2: King of the Demons Aired: Mar 16, 1994
Episode 3: Vegeta Attacks Aired: Mar 23, 1994
Episode 4: Next Up, Goku Aired: Apr 13, 1994
Episode 5: Battle Supreme Aired: Apr 20, 1994
Episode 6: Eighteen Unmasks Aired: Apr 27, 1994
Episode 7: Pay to Win Aired: May 04, 1994
Episode 8: Heart of a Villain Aired: May 18, 1994
Episode 9: The Dark Prince Returns Aired: May 25, 1994
Episode 10: Vegeta's Pride Aired: Jun 15, 1994
Episode 11: The Long Awaited Fight Aired: Jun 22, 1994
Episode 12: Magic Ball of Buu Aired: Jun 29, 1994
Episode 13: Buu is Hatched Aired: Jul 06, 1994
Episode 14: The Losses Begin Aired: Jul 13, 1994
Episode 15: The Terror of Majin Buu Aired: Jul 27, 1994
Episode 16: Meal Time Aired: Aug 03, 1994
Episode 17: The Warrior's Decision Aired: Aug 17, 1994
Episode 18: Final Atonement Aired: Aug 24, 1994
Episode 19: Evil Lives On Aired: Aug 31, 1994
Episode 20: Find the Dragonballs Aired: Sep 07, 1994
Episode 21: Revival Aired: Sep 21, 1994
Episode 22: Global Announcement Aired: Sep 28, 1994
Episode 23: Learn to Fuse! Aired: Oct 12, 1994
Episode 24: The Z Sword Aired: Oct 19, 1994
Episode 25: Race to Capsule Corp. Aired: Nov 02, 1994
Episode 26: Super Saiyan 3 Aired: Nov 09, 1994
Episode 27: Buu's Mutiny Aired: Nov 16, 1994
Episode 28: The Fusion Dance Aired: Nov 23, 1994
Episode 29: Goku's Time Is Up Aired: Nov 30, 1994
Episode 30: Return to Other World Aired: Dec 07, 1994
Episode 31: Out from the Broken Sword Aired: Dec 14, 1994
Episode 32: Gotenks is Born Aired: Dec 21, 1994
Episode 33: Unlikely Friendship Aired: Jan 11, 1995
Episode 34: I Kill No More Aired: Jan 25, 1995

Episode 1: The Evil of Men Aired: Feb 01, 1995
Episode 2: Buu Against Buu Aired: Feb 08, 1995
Episode 3: Empty Planet Aired: Feb 15, 1995
Episode 4: Time Struggle Aired: Feb 22, 1995
Episode 5: Super Moves of Gotenks Aired: Mar 01, 1995
Episode 6: Trapped In Forever Aired: Mar 08, 1995
Episode 7: Feeding Frenzy Aired: Mar 15, 1995
Episode 8: Gotenks Is Awesome Aired: Mar 22, 1995
Episode 9: Unlucky Break Aired: Apr 26, 1995
Episode 10: A Whole New Gohan Aired: May 03, 1995
Episode 11: Search for Survivors Aired: May 17, 1995
Episode 12: Majin Buu Transforms Aired: May 24, 1995
Episode 13: The Old Kai's Weapon Aired: May 31, 1995
Episode 14: Ready to Fuse Aired: Jun 07, 1995
Episode 15: Union of Rivals Aired: Jun 28, 1995
Episode 16: Meet Vegito Aired: Jul 05, 1995
Episode 17: Rip in the Universe Aired: Jul 12, 1995
Episode 18: Vegito Downsized Aired: Jul 19, 1995
Episode 19: The Incredible Fighting Candy Aired: Jul 26, 1995
Episode 20: The Innards of Buu Aired: Aug 02, 1995
Episode 21: Mind Trap Aired: Aug 09, 1995
Episode 22: Deadly Vision Aired: Aug 16, 1995
Episode 23: Evil Kid Buu Aired: Aug 23, 1995
Episode 24: End of Earth Aired: Sep 06, 1995
Episode 25: True Saiyans Fight Alone Aired: Sep 13, 1995
Episode 26: Battle for the Universe Begins Aired: Sep 20, 1995
Episode 27: Vegeta's Respect Aired: Oct 18, 1995
Episode 28: Minute of Desperation Aired: Nov 01, 1995
Episode 29: Old Buu Emerges Aired: Nov 08, 1995
Episode 30: Earth Reborn Aired: Nov 15, 1995
Episode 31: Call to Action Aired: Nov 22, 1995
Episode 32: People of Earth Unite Aired: Nov 29, 1995
Episode 33: Spirit Bomb Triumphant Aired: Dec 13, 1995
Episode 34: Celebrations with Majin Buu Aired: Dec 20, 1995
Episode 35: He's Always Late Aired: Jan 10, 1996
Episode 36: Granddaughter Pan Aired: Jan 17, 1996
Episode 37: Buu's Reincarnation Aired: Jan 24, 1996
Episode 38: Goku's Next Journey Aired: Jan 31, 1996

Cast

Masako Nozawa
Masako Nozawa
Son Gohan
Masako Nozawa
Masako Nozawa
Son Goku
Mayumi Tanaka
Mayumi Tanaka
Krillin
Ryo Horikawa
Ryo Horikawa
Vegeta
Toshio Furukawa
Toshio Furukawa
Piccolo
Hiromi Tsuru
Hiromi Tsuru
Bulma
Naoko Watanabe
Naoko Watanabe
Chi-Chi
Mayumi Shou
Mayumi Shou
Chi-Chi
Kōhei Miyauchi
Kōhei Miyauchi
Master Roshi
Hiroshi Masuoka
Hiroshi Masuoka
Master Roshi
Masaharu Satou
Masaharu Satou
Master Roshi
Tōru Furuya
Tōru Furuya
Yamcha
Kouichi Yamadera
Kouichi Yamadera
Tenshinhan
Hirotaka Suzuoki
Hirotaka Suzuoki
Tenshinhan
Takeshi Kusao
Takeshi Kusao
Trunks
Ryusei Nakao
Ryusei Nakao
Freeza
Takeshi Kusao
Takeshi Kusao
Future Trunks
Miki Itou
Miki Itou
Artificial Human No. 18
Norio Wakamoto
Norio Wakamoto
Cell
Hiroko Emori
Hiroko Emori
Chiaotzu
Hiro Yuuki
Hiro Yuuki
Dende
Tomiko Suzuki
Tomiko Suzuki
Dende
Daisuke Gori
Daisuke Gori
Mister Satan
Jouji Yanami
Jouji Yanami
Kaiō
Naoki Tatsuta
Naoki Tatsuta
Oolong
Masako Nozawa
Masako Nozawa
Son Goten
Daisuke Gori
Daisuke Gori
Ox-King
Yuko Minaguchi
Yuko Minaguchi
Videl
Naoko Watanabe
Naoko Watanabe
Puar
Shigeru Nakahara
Shigeru Nakahara
Artificial Human No. 17
Kōzō Shioya
Kōzō Shioya
Majin Buu
Hirotaka Suzuoki
Hirotaka Suzuoki
Announcer
Shōzō Iizuka
Shōzō Iizuka
Nappa
Tomiko Suzuki
Tomiko Suzuki
Marron
Megumi Urawa
Megumi Urawa
Uub
Yuko Minaguchi
Yuko Minaguchi
Pan
Hiromi Tsuru
Hiromi Tsuru
Bra