Dragon Ball Z

Namek Saga

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While Goku recovers from injuries suffered during battle with the Saiyans, his friends begin their perilous quest for the Namekian Dragon Balls. Awaiting their arrival on Planet Namek is the powerful Ginyu Force – and the vile monster Frieza!

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35 Episodes

Held Captive
E1
Held CaptiveBulma, Gohan, and Krillin are mistaken for friends of Frieza and taken prisoner by an angry army of children! To regain their freedom and continue on their mission, the gang must convince the kids of their innocence.
Look Out Below
E2
Look Out BelowBulma crashes the spaceship on what she believes to be Namekku-sei, and she, Kuririn, and Son Gohan are nursed to health by two mysterious aliens. Afterward, while one of the aliens stays behind to fix the ship, the others begin searching for the Dragon Balls. Meanwhile, Vegeta continues his recovery, and Son Goku gets antsy in the hospital.
The Search Continues
E3
The Search ContinuesGohan, Krillin, and Bulma continue their search for the Dragon Balls with the help of their new friend Zaacro. Back on Earth, Goku has escaped from the hospital to begin training for his upcoming re-match with Vegeta.
A Friendly Surprise
E4
A Friendly SurpriseAs Bulma, Krillin, and Gohan close in on the last of the Dragon Balls, they uncover a shocking secret about their Namekian friends. Meanwhile, Goku works to build up his strength, and Vegeta sets his sights on revenge!
Brood of Evil
E5
Brood of EvilZâkuro and Raichi explain their illusion to Kuririn, Son Gohan and Buruma. As Kuririn and Son Gohan try to escape from the lake monsters holding them captive, the two aliens try to figure out the spaceship. Also Kuririn, Son Gohan and Buruma attempt to escape the planet and continue their journey to Namekku-sei. Meanwhile, Vegeta continues to fly to Namekku-sei, and Son Goku tries to sneak out of the hospital again.
Frieza Strikes!
E6
Frieza Strikes!Krillin, Gohan, and Bulma are horrified to see Vegeta’s space pod land on Planet Namek, but the Saiyan Prince is the least of their problems. Yet another epically evil villain has come to Namek in search of the Dragon Balls!
Defying Orders
E7
Defying OrdersSon Gohan, Kuririn, and Buruma hide in a cave when they sense the energy of Freeza and his cronies, who are looking for the 5th Dragon Ball. Son Gohan and Kuririn follow them while Buruma calls Kame Sen'nin and informs him of the trouble, he in turn tells Son Goku. Yajirobe brings Son Goku some senzu beans, and Goku, now healed, leaves the hospital and picks up a spaceship that Dr. Brief built for him to use to get to Namekku-sei.
Namek's Defense
E8
Namek's DefenseKrillin and Gohan get their first glimpse of Frieza’s cruelty as the villain unleashes his henchmen upon an unsuspecting Namek village. Frieza wants the fifth Dragon Ball, and he is prepared to learn its location by any means necessary!
The Hunted
E9
The HuntedGohan risks his life to rescue a Namek boy from the clutches of Frieza’s evil henchmen. Now Gohan and Krillin have an even bigger problem on their hands: Dodoria is chasing them, and he won’t stop until he has his revenge!
The Prince Fights Back
E10
The Prince Fights BackDodoria’s search for Krillin and Gohan brings him face to face with an unexpected foe - Vegeta! The Saiyan prince has a score to settle with Dodoria, and the time for a final showdown between these two powerful villains has arrived!
Unexpected Problem
E11
Unexpected ProblemGoku’s journey to Namek takes an unexpected detour when his spaceship is knocked off course by an asteroid! Goku has to act fast to get his ship back on track because he’s headed straight for the fiery center of a star!
Vegeta has a Ball
E12
Vegeta has a BallVegeta fights a group of Nameks for the dragon ball that they are holding. Frieza sends Zarbon and another soldier to find the remaining dragon balls. After hearing about how Vegeta terrorized Earth, Dende decides to take Krillin to see the eldest Namek so that they can form an alliance and defeat their foes. Goku continues his training in 20 times normal gravity and Yamcha, Tien, Chiaotzu, and Piccolo arrive at King Kai's planet to train.
The Past and Future
E13
The Past and FutureGoku tells King Kai and Yamcha about what has been happening on Namek, but when King Kai learns that Frieza is there, he warns Goku to stay away. Piccolo, Yamcha, Tien, and Chiaotzu must make King Kai laugh before he will train them. Krillin and Dende hide from Vegeta, who has sensed them; Vegeta fights Zarbon.
Zarbon's Surprise
E14
Zarbon's SurpriseVegeta’s latest battle heats up as Zarbon reveals his true power: the ability to transform into a monstrous beast! With his increased size and strength, Zarbon seems ready to turn the lights out on the Saiyan Prince - permanently!
Guru's Gift
E15
Guru's GiftWhen Krillin speaks to the Eldest Namekian, he gets a double surprise! Not only does he receive a Dragon Ball, but the sleeping powers within him are awoken! Will Krillin’s incredible new strength be enough to save his friends?
Piccolo vs. Everyone
E16
Piccolo vs. EveryoneYamcha, Tien, and Chiaotzu continue training, but their workout gets intense when Piccolo challenges them all to a three-on-one bout! Back on Namek, Frieza’s henchmen try to revive Vegeta in order to obtain the missing Dragon Ball.
Zarbon's Mission
E17
Zarbon's MissionVegeta steals the dragon balls from Frieza's ship, and Zarbon chases after him. Gohan finds one of the destroyed villages, where he buries the dead and finds the dragon ball that Vegeta hid. Vegeta follows Krillin, who has the last dragon ball and the gravity in Goku's spaceship increases to dangerous levels as he passes through a magnetic storm.
Gohan, the Hunted
E18
Gohan, the HuntedSon Goku, still in the magnetic storm, attempts to save himself before he is crushed by the gravity; Vegeta and Zarbon fight a rematch as Kuririn and Buruma watch in fear; Son Gohan flies back with the Dragon Ball he located.
Unknown Enemies
E19
Unknown EnemiesThe Ginyu Force has been dispatched to Planet Namek to help search for the Dragon Balls. Unaware of this new threat, Krillin and Gohan struggle to keep the seventh Dragon Ball from falling into Vegeta’s evil hands.
Destination: Guru
E20
Destination: GuruWhile Krillin and Gohan visit the Eldest Namekian, they leave the seventh Dragon Ball their hidden camp. When the Dragon Ball mysteriously disappears, Bulma must embark on a daring underwater adventure to get it back!
Bulma's Big Day
E21
Bulma's Big DayBulma is taken hostage by Frieza’s evil henchmen, who force her to lead them on an underwater quest for the Dragon Balls. Without Gohan and Krillin to save her, she’ll have to outsmart her captors — or wind up sleeping with the fishes!
Hidden Power
E22
Hidden PowerKrillin and Gohan complete their journey to Guru’s house, but little do they know, Vegeta is hot on their trail! Can Guru unlock Gohan’s hidden powers in time to hold off the rampaging Saiyan’s wrath?
New Ally, New Problem
E23
New Ally, New ProblemFrieza orders the Ginyu Force to capture Vegeta, take the dragon balls, and kill Gohan and Krillin; Guldo thinks about his dislike for Vegeta; Goku prepares as his ship is on its final approach for Namek; Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan are confronted by the Ginyu Force.
Guldo's Mind Binds
E24
Guldo's Mind BindsThe battle with the Ginyu Force begins, as Gohan and Krillin launch a barrage of explosive energy blasts at Guldo! The Heroes are rendered helpless by Guldo’s Mind Blind technique, and this time, there is no one to save them!
Recoome Unleashed
E25
Recoome UnleashedThe battle with Guldo may be over, but the real nightmare is just beginning! Recoome, the most massive member of the Ginyu Force, is ready to fight, and even the mighty Vegeta’s attacks have no effect on this monstrous foe!
Let the Battle Begin
E26
Let the Battle BeginWith Krillin and Vegeta both out of commission, only Gohan remains to carry on the fight against Recoome! The young Saiyan must summon every ounce of his strength and courage in order to face this powerful foe.
Goku's New Power
E27
Goku's New PowerGoku has arrived on Planet Namek, and without a second to lose! Gohan and Krillin are hanging by a thread, held at the mercy of the Ginyu Force! Has Goku’s training in 100-times gravity prepared him to face these powerful foes?
A Legend Revealed
E28
A Legend RevealedAs Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan look on, Goku easily deflects the attacks of Jeice and Burter, two of the Force’s fiercest warriors. Could Goku have become what Vegeta thought was only a legend: a Super Saiyan?
Ginyu Assault
E29
Ginyu AssaultWhen Goku proves too much for Burter and Jeice to handle on their own, Jeice retreats in search of reinforcements. Now, the real test for Goku and his newly-acquired powers is about to begin as Captain Ginyu enters the fight!
Incredible Force!
E30
Incredible Force!As the battle between Goku and Captain Ginyu rages on, Gohan and Krillin steal the unguarded Dragon Balls from Frieza’s ship. It’s a race against time, and our heroes must unlock the power of the Dragon Balls before it’s too late!
Frieza Approaches
E31
Frieza ApproachesGoku astounds Captain Ginyu with his amazing new powers, but the Captain still has a few tricks up his sleeve! Meanwhile, Frieza arrives at the home of the Eldest Namek and begins a battle with the noble warrior, Nail!
Goku Is Ginyu and Ginyu Is Goku
E32
Goku Is Ginyu and Ginyu Is GokuIn an attempt to save the Elder, Nail fights a hopeless battle against the ruthless Frieza. Meanwhile, finding himself no match for Goku’s superior abilities, Captain Ginyu unleashes his ultimate attack, the Body Switch Technique!
Calling the Eternal Dragon
E33
Calling the Eternal DragonArmed with the Dragon Radar, Gohan and Krillin recover the seven Dragon Balls from their hiding places. But before they can summon the Eternal Dragon to make their wish, they are confronted by a powerful new enemy - Goku?!
Gohan, Defeat Your Dad!
E34
Gohan, Defeat Your Dad!After taking control of Goku’s body, Captain Ginyu turns his attention to Gohan and Krillin! With Goku trapped in the Captain’s broken body, it’s up to Gohan to stop the rampaging Ginyu!
Captain Ginyu... The Frog
E35
Captain Ginyu... The FrogAs the bout between Captain Ginyu and Vegeta heats up, Goku summons the last of his strength and tricks his foe into reversing the Body Switch Technique. Now, Goku, Krillin, and Gohan must join forces with Vegeta for the battle with Frieza.