Seasons & episodes
S1 · E119Battle Cry 8.6 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-07-20 · 25 min
There's a new beast in town and his name is Drum. Tenshinhan must go through him before he can fight Piccolo Daimao. The problem is, Drum moves faster than Tenshinhan's eyes - all three of them! Goku is on his way, but will he arrive in time to save the day?
S1 · E120Goku Strikes Back 8.4 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-07-27 · 25 min
Goku is back to face Piccolo Daimao, and not a moment too soon! As Tenshinhan and the rest of the resistance endure their most desperate hour, only Goku stands between Piccolo Daimao and the destruction of Metro West. It's more than just a rematch, it's the battle to save the world!
S1 · E121The Biggest Crisis 8.0 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-08-03 · 25 min
Piccolo Daimao puts all of Metro West on edge when he invades the King's Castle, but Goku is not about to let him take over without a fight. While Tenshinhan watches from the sidelines, the young warrior takes it on the chin and refuses to go down. It's a fierce battle but even Goku has his limits. How much can he take?
S1 · E122Final Showdown 7.9 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-08-10 · 25 min
The fierce battle between Goku and Piccolo Daimao continues, but Piccolo gains the advantage when he breaks Goku down limb by limb. To make matters worse, Tenshinhan is used as a pawn in the battle. Goku is forced to make an awful choice. Will he surrender to Piccolo Daimao and save his friend or choose to fight and risk his own life?
S1 · E123Lost and Found 8.3 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-08-17 · 25 min
With Piccolo Daimao's reign of terror at an end, Goku has time to mend his wounds. As he heals he learns that there may be a way to revive his lost friends - face to face meeting with the creator of the Dragon Balls! The one problem is that the only way to get to the mysterious God is by using his Nyoi-bo, and it has gone missing!
S1 · E124Temple Above the Clouds 8.0 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-08-24 · 25 min
Goku finds his lost Nyoi-bo and uses it to climb to God's temple in the sky. The only problem is that when he arrives he must face off against God's assistant Mr. Popo in a test of strength. Does Goku have what it takes to pass this test and earn a meeting with the mysterious God?
S1 · E125Earth's Guardian Emerges 9.0 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-08-31 · 25 min
The moment has arrived for Goku to come face to face with the amazing God, Guardian of Earth! But even the wise Karin could not prepare Goku for what he will see when the mysterious Guardian emerges!
S1 · E126Eternal Dragon Resurrected 8.0 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-09-14 · 25 min
After Goku mistakes God for the villainous Piccolo Daimao it is time for the young warrior to begin his grueling three year training for the next Tenkaichi Budokai. In exchange for Goku's promise God agrees to revive the Eternal Dragon!
S1 · E127Quicker than Lightning 7.8 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-09-21 · 25 min
Goku's first task under his new teacher is a death-defying mission to the top of Mount Thunder to fetch the legendary Holy Crown. But the mystical artifact has a deadly secret! Goku will have to be quicker than lightning to accomplish this task - alive!
S1 · E128Secret of the Woods 7.6 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-09-28 · 25 min
Continuing his training, Goku follows Mr. Popo's instruction and enters the deep, dark woods. While searching for a worthy sparring partner, Goku stumbles across a surprising discovery hidden deep within the secluded labyrinth - and finds help a most unexpected way!
S1 · E129The Time Room 8.1 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-10-12 · 25 min
Goku journeys through time, where he meets a young Muten Roshi! But Roshi has a problem of his own - his arch rival, Shen! While the two rivals battle for the affections of the same girl, Goku attempts a new power with the help of Mutaito.
S1 · E130Goku's Doll 8.2 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-10-19 · 25 min
"Be careful what you wish for. You just might get it!" Goku learns this lesson the hard way when he asks Mr. Popo for the ultimate sparring partner to aid in his training. What he gets is the battle of his life! Meanwhile, Yamcha and the others continue their long journey to reach Karin Tower, in hopes of receiving training from the wise Master.
S1 · E131Walking Their Own Ways 7.9 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-10-26 · 25 min
Preparing for the Tenkaichi Budokai, Goku gets some important training tips from Mr. Popo. Meanwhile, Tenshinhan, Yamcha, Chiaotzu and Kuririn make their way to Karin Tower for some training of their own. Unfortunately they are sidetracked by a village celebrating a mysterious festival to their mountain spirit. Once the mountain erupts it is up to our heroes to put a lid on the active volcano!
S1 · E132Hotter than Lava 8.2 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-11-02 · 25 min
While Goku continues his training, Tenshinhan, Yamcha, Chiaotzu and Kuririn find themselves in a very hot situation! A remote village is threatened by an erupting volcano and it is up to the good guys to put a lid on it. The time has come to put their new training to the test!
S1 · E133Changes 7.7 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-11-09 · 25 min
Warriors the world over are lining up to compete as the Tenkaichi Budokai prepares to get under way. Unfortunately, all of the Turtle Hermit's pupils are missing, including Goku. With the entry-deadline approaching, the competitive future of our heroes look bleak, as does Muten Roshi's patience.
S1 · E134Preliminary Peril 8.1 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-11-16 · 25 min
The Tenkaichi Budokai gets underway as Goku and the others compete in the exciting preliminary round. But the competition threatens to turn ugly when Goku gets a visit from an old adversary.
S1 · E135Battle of the Eight 8.5 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-11-23 · 25 min
The preliminary round continues as Goku, Yamcha, Kuririn, and Tenshinhan battle one opponent after another in hopes of advancing to the semi-final round. Meanwhile, the Turtle Hermit is confronted by an old rival.
S1 · E136Tien Shinhan vs. Mercenary Tao 8.3 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-11-30 · 25 min
The Budokai gets underway as Tenshinhan battles his former mentor turned cyborg, Tao Pai Pai. Tensions run high as the former assassin attempts to take Tenshinhan down - permanently!
S1 · E137Anonymous Proposal 7.8 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-12-07 · 25 min
Goku takes on his most lovely opponent yet in the second match of the Tenkaichi Budokai. Know only as Anonymous, the beautiful warrior's identity is a mysterious as her fierce anger toward Goku, who must win the match in order to learn her real name.
S1 · E138The Mysterious Hero 8.8 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-12-14 · 25 min
The Budokai continues with a double header! First up, Kuririn battles Ma Junior, Piccolo Daimao's alter ego, and every bit as powerful. Yamcha jumps in the ring next, opposing Shen, whose meek appearance may hide a darker threat.
S1 · E139Rematch 7.8 / 10 · 1 published rating 1988-12-21 · 25 min
Yamcha scratches to stay in the ring as Shen reveals his true ability - and identity. Goku and Tenshinhan must fight one another in a friendly rematch to claim the last remaining spot for the semi-finals.
S1 · E140Goku Gains Speed 7.8 / 10 · 1 published rating 1989-01-11 · 25 min
As the battle between Tenshinhan and Goku rages, Goku unloads a heavy burden, one that may shift the balance in the extraordinary showdown. All eyes turn to Tenshinhan as an embarrassing moment spurs him to make a dangerous choice.
S1 · E141The Four Faces of Tien 8.9 / 10 · 1 published rating 1989-01-18 · 25 min
Goku has always been able to handle himself in the ring, but when his fight with Tenshinhan turns into a war against an army, he finds himself in serious jeopardy. Tenshinhan's new technique may spell the end for our hero!
S1 · E142Kami vs. Piccolo 9.5 / 10 · 1 published rating 1989-01-25 · 25 min
Goku is eager to fight Ma Junior, but God fears his inexperience will be his downfall. Shen takes on Ma Junior in the last round of the semi-finals, where his shocking agenda is revealed.