Now happily married and with a son, martial arts champion Goku must defend Earth from a series of extraterrestrial invaders bent on destruction.
Cast: Masako Nozawa, Ryo Horikawa, Toshio Furukawa
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39 episodes
1. The New ThreatGoku’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.TV-14CC25minApr 26, 1989
2. ReunionsGoku 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.TV-14CC25minMay 3, 1989
3. Unlikely AllianceRaditz 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!TV-14CC25minMay 10, 1989
4. Piccolo's PlanPiccolo 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!TV-14CC25minMay 17, 1989
5. Gohan's RageGohan 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!TV-14CC25minMay 24, 1989
6. No Time Like the PresentPiccolo 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!TV-14CC25minJun 7, 1989
7. Day 1Gohan 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!TV-14CC25minJun 14, 1989
8. 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!TV-14CC25minJun 21, 1989
9. The Strangest RobotTo 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!TV-14CC25minJun 28, 1989
10. A New FriendGohan’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!TV-14CC25minJul 5, 1989
11. Terror on ArliaOn 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.TV-14CC25minJul 12, 1989
12. Global TrainingGohan 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.TV-14CC25minJul 19, 1989
13. Goz and MezGoku 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.TV-14CC25minJul 26, 1989
14. Princess SnakeBack 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!TV-14CC25minAug 2, 1989
15. Dueling PiccolosPiccolo 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!TV-14CC25minAug 9, 1989
16. Plight of the ChildrenGohan 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!TV-14CC25minAug 16, 1989
17. Pendulum Room PerilEarth’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.TV-14CC25minAug 30, 1989
18. The End of Snake WayGohan 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!TV-14CC25minSep 6, 1989
19. Defying GravityThe 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?TV-14CC25minSep 13, 1989
20. Goku's AncestorsAfter 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?TV-14CC25minSep 20, 1989
21. Counting DownGoku’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!TV-14CC25minSep 27, 1989
22. The Darkest DayVegeta 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.TV-14CC25minOct 11, 1989
23. 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?TV-14CC25minOct 18, 1989
24. The Power of NappaEnraged 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.TV-14CC25minOct 25, 1989
25. SacrificeChiaotzu 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!TV-14CC25minNov 1, 1989
26. Nappa's RampageVegeta 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?TV-14CC25minNov 8, 1989
27. Nimbus SpeedPiccolo, 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!TV-14CC25minNov 22, 1989
28. Goku's ArrivalPiccolo 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.TV-14CC25minNov 29, 1989
29. Lesson Number OneLocked 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!TV-14CC25minDec 6, 1989
30. Goku vs. VegetaGoku 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?TV-14CC25minDec 13, 1989
31. Saiyan Sized SecretVegeta 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!TV-14CC25minDec 20, 1989
32. 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!TV-14CC25minJan 17, 1990
33. Hero in the ShadowsWith 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!TV-14CC25minJan 24, 1990
34. Krillin's OffensiveGoku 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?TV-14CC25minJan 31, 1990
35. MercyVegeta 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.TV-14CC25minFeb 7, 1990
36. Picking Up The PiecesThe 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?TV-14CC25minFeb 14, 1990
37. Plans for DepartureBulma 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?TV-14CC25minFeb 21, 1990
38. Nursing WoundsGoku, 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.TV-14CC25minFeb 28, 1990
39. 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!TV-14CC25minMar 7, 1990
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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.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Koji Kaneda, Kouzou Morishita, Kenji Shimizu
- Studio
- Fuji Television Network, Toei Animation, Toei Company
