Namek Saga
(1990)
Overview
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!
Cast
as Son Goku / Son Gohan / Son Goten (voice)
as Vegeta (voice)
as Piccolo (voice)
as Krillin / Uranai Baba (voice)
as Bulma / Bulla
as Oolong / Karin (voice)
as Freeza (voice)
as Dr. Briefs (voice)
as Puar / Chi-Chi (voice)
as Tien Shinhan (voice)
as Android 18 (voice)
as Mama / Chaozu / Bulma / Bulla (voice)
as Chi-Chi (voice)
as Yamcha (voice)
as Marron (voice)
as Lunch (voice)
as Kibit (voice)
as Master Roshi (voice)
as Majin Buu (voice)
as Mr. Popo (voice)
as Rō Kaiōshin (voice)
as Dabura (voice)
as Marron (voice)
as Master Roshi (voice)
as Mama (voice)
as Burter
as Mama (voice)
as Garlic Jr.
as Trunks (voice)
as Jeice
as Dodoria
as Android 16 (voice)
as Kami (voice)
as Captain Ginyu (voice)
as Karin (voice)
as Zarbon
as Higashi no Kaio (voice)
as East Kaioshin (voice)
as Saichourou (voice)
as Mr. Satan / Vinegar (voice)
as West Kai (voice)
as Dende (voice)
as Spopovich (voice)
as Uranai Baba (voice)
as Nail (voice)
as Cell
as Annin (voice)
as Shenron (voice)
as Erasa (voice)
as Android 17 (voice)
Episodes
Held Captive 8.6
March 14, 1990
Bulma, Gohan, and Krillin are mistaken for friends of Frieza and taken prisoner by an angry army of children! To regain…
Look Out Below 8.6
March 21, 1990
A near-fatal crash landing turns out to have a silver lining when Bulma, Gohan, and Krillin are rescued by two friendly…
The Search Continues 8.8
April 4, 1990
Gohan, Krillin, and Bulma continue their search for the Dragon Balls with the help of their new friend Zaacro. Back on …
A Friendly Surprise 9.0
April 11, 1990
As Bulma, Krillin, and Gohan close in on the last of the Dragon Balls, they uncover a shocking secret about their Namek…
Brood of Evil 8.8
April 18, 1990
Bulma, Krillin, and Gohan finally continue their quest to locate all seven Dragon balls. Unfortunately, the gang soon d…
Frieza Strikes! 8.8
April 25, 1990
Krillin, Gohan, and Bulma are horrified to see Vegeta’s space pod land on Planet Namek, but the Saiyan Prince is the le…
Defying Orders 8.8
May 2, 1990
With the odds are rapidly mounting against them, Krillin and Gohan will need some serious help if they hope to recover …
Namek's Defense 8.8
May 9, 1990
Krillin and Gohan get their first glimpse of Frieza’s cruelty as the villain unleashes his henchmen upon an unsuspectin…
The Hunted 8.8
May 16, 1990
Gohan risks his life to rescue a Namek boy from the clutches of Frieza’s evil henchmen. Now Gohan and Krillin have an e…
The Prince Fights Back 8.8
May 23, 1990
Dodoria’s search for Krillin and Gohan brings him face to face with an unexpected foe - Vegeta! The Saiyan prince has a…
Unexpected Problem 8.8
May 30, 1990
Goku’s journey to Namek takes an unexpected detour when his spaceship is knocked off course by an asteroid! Goku has to…
Vegeta has a Ball 8.8
June 6, 1990
With his new abilities, Vegeta quickly tracks down and forcefully acquires another Dragon Ball. Now, there is only one …
The Past and Future 8.8
June 20, 1990
King Kai becomes concerned after learning that Goku is on a collision course with the ruthless Frieza. Meanwhile, back …
Zarbon's Surprise 8.8
June 27, 1990
Vegeta’s latest battle heats up as Zarbon reveals his true power: the ability to transform into a monstrous beast! With…
Guru's Gift 8.8
July 4, 1990
When Krillin speaks to the Eldest Namekian, he gets a double surprise! Not only does he receive a Dragon Ball, but the …
Piccolo vs. Everyone 8.8
July 18, 1990
Yamcha, Tien, and Chiaotzu continue training, but their workout gets intense when Piccolo challenges them all to a thre…
Zarbon's Mission 8.8
August 1, 1990
Vegeta escapes from the clutches of Frieza, and steals the Dragon Balls in the process! Elsewhere, Goku’s journey throu…
Gohan, the Hunted 8.8
August 8, 1990
Krillin returns from his meeting with the Eldest Namekian only to be greeted by a pair of unwelcome visitors: Vegeta an…
Unknown Enemies 8.8
August 22, 1990
The Ginyu Force has been dispatched to Planet Namek to help search for the Dragon Balls. Unaware of this new threat, Kr…
Destination: Guru 8.8
August 29, 1990
While Krillin and Gohan visit the Eldest Namekian, they leave the seventh Dragon Ball their hidden camp. When the Drago…
Bulma's Big Day 8.8
September 5, 1990
Bulma is taken hostage by Frieza’s evil henchmen, who force her to lead them on an underwater quest for the Dragon Ball…
Hidden Power 8.8
September 12, 1990
Krillin and Gohan complete their journey to Guru’s house, but little do they know, Vegeta is hot on their trail! Can Gu…
New Ally, New Problem 8.8
September 19, 1990
The Ginyu Force has arrived on Planet Namek! Now, Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan must form an uneasy alliance as they stand…
Guldo's Mind Binds 8.8
September 26, 1990
The battle with the Ginyu Force begins, as Gohan and Krillin launch a barrage of explosive energy blasts at Guldo! The …
Recoome Unleashed 8.8
October 24, 1990
The battle with Guldo may be over, but the real nightmare is just beginning! Recoome, the most massive member of the Gi…
Let the Battle Begin 8.8
October 31, 1990
With Krillin and Vegeta both out of commission, only Gohan remains to carry on the fight against Recoome! The young Sai…
Goku's New Power 9.0
November 7, 1990
Goku has arrived on Planet Namek, and without a second to lose! Gohan and Krillin are hanging by a thread, held at the …
A Legend Revealed 8.8
November 14, 1990
As Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan look on, Goku easily deflects the attacks of Jeice and Burter, two of the Force’s fierces…
Ginyu Assault 8.8
November 21, 1990
When Goku proves too much for Burter and Jeice to handle on their own, Jeice retreats in search of reinforcements. Now,…
Incredible Force! 8.8
November 28, 1990
As the battle between Goku and Captain Ginyu rages on, Gohan and Krillin steal the unguarded Dragon Balls from Frieza’s…
Frieza Approaches 8.8
December 5, 1990
Goku astounds Captain Ginyu with his amazing new powers, but the Captain still has a few tricks up his sleeve! Meanwhil…
Goku Is Ginyu and Ginyu Is Goku 8.8
December 12, 1990
In an attempt to save the Elder, Nail fights a hopeless battle against the ruthless Frieza. Meanwhile, finding himself …
Calling the Eternal Dragon 8.8
December 19, 1990
Armed with the Dragon Radar, Gohan and Krillin recover the seven Dragon Balls from their hiding places. But before they…
Gohan, Defeat Your Dad! 9.0
January 16, 1991
After taking control of Goku’s body, Captain Ginyu turns his attention to Gohan and Krillin! With Goku trapped in the C…
Captain Ginyu... The Frog 8.8
January 23, 1991
As the bout between Captain Ginyu and Vegeta heats up, Goku summons the last of his strength and tricks his foe into re…