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Dragon Ball Z: Androids Saga

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32 episodes · first aired Sep 18, 1991

After peace returns to Earth with the defeat of Freeza, a new danger approaches. A mysterious young man called Trunks appears from the future and warns Goku and the Z Warriors about the imminent arrival of two powerful androids created by the scientist Dr. Gero, a former member of the Red Ribbon Force who seeks revenge against Goku. The androids called 17 and 18 wiped out almost all of humanity in Trunks' future.

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  1. 1 The Heavens Tremble Sep 18, 1991 · 25m Gohan's going fishing, Krillin's found a girlfriend, and it looks as though peace has once again returned to the Earth. But a terrible evil lurks beneath this tranquil surface: Garlic…
  2. 2 Black Fog of Terror Sep 25, 1991 · 25m With the help of the Spice Boys, Garlic Junior releases the Black Water Mist upon an unsuspecting world. As the dreaded fog spreads, so does Garlic Junior's control over the Earth!
  3. 3 Battle in Kami's Lookout Oct 2, 1991 · 25m As Piccolo attempts to hold off the Spice Boys and the infected Z Fighters, Gohan and Krillin race toward Kami’s Lookout to retrieve the one thing capable of reversing the effects of the…
  4. 4 Fight With Piccolo Oct 9, 1991 · 25m With Piccolo infected by the Black Water Mist and Kami trapped in a glass bottle, Garlic Jr. allows his Spice Boys to “have sport” with Earth’s heroic defenders. Will Spice’s energy blast…
  5. 5 Call for Restoration Oct 16, 1991 · 25m Krillin, after suffering a Spice Boys beating, attempts to free Kami and Mr. Popo, but he soon falls prey to the Black Water Mist. Gohan is the only hero left who can save the Earth, but…
  6. 6 Suicidal Course Oct 23, 1991 · 25m Piccolo and Krillin spring their trap, revealing that they have pretended to be infected by the Black Water Mist! Enraged, Garlic Jr. transforms using the energy of the Makyo Star and…
  7. 7 Extreme Measures Oct 30, 1991 · 25m Garlic Junior and his Spice Boys harness the evil power of the Makyo Star to become stronger than ever, but Gohan, Krillin, and Piccolo are ready to battle this new threat!
  8. 8 The World Awakens Nov 6, 1991 · 25m In a last ditch effort to save his friends, Gohan launches an all out assault on Garlic Junior! Meanwhile, deep within the Lookout, Kami and Mr. Popo are under siege by the Former Guardians!
  9. 9 Brief Chance for Victory Nov 13, 1991 · 25m Blinded by rage and desperate to destroy his enemies, Garlic Junior uses his power to open up the Dead Zone! With Piccolo and Krillin out of commission, Gohan is the only one left who can…
  10. 10 Krillin's Proposal Nov 20, 1991 · 25m Even though peace has been restored on Earth, Krillin faces his toughest challenge ever: surviving a shopping trip with Maron! And it looks like she’s picking out a wedding dress! Are…
  11. 11 Frieza's Counterattack Nov 27, 1991 · 25m Gohan’s cracking the books, and his new tutor is cracking the whip! But study time is almost over, for a powerful evil is racing toward the Earth! Gohan’s worst fears have come to life…
  12. 12 The Mysterious Youth Dec 4, 1991 · 25m The Earth faces its darkest hour as Frieza and his father King Cold rapidly approach! Without Goku to assist them, the Z-Fighters prepare to launch a desperate attack against the most…
  13. 13 Another Super Saiyan? Dec 11, 1991 · 25m Frieza and King Cold descend upon the Earth, but a mysterious warrior has come to thwart their diabolical plot for revenge. Does this brash young hero have what it takes to stand up to…
  14. 14 Welcome Back Goku Dec 18, 1991 · 26m After defeating Frieza and King Cold, the mysterious stranger announces the exact time and place of Goku's arrival on Earth. Can this young Super-Saiyan really predict the future?! Gohan…
  15. 15 Mystery Revealed Jan 15, 1992 · 25m After testing Goku in combat, the mysterious stranger reveals his true identity! What does his timely arrival mean?! In a startling conversation with Goku, this powerful hero from the…
  16. 16 Goku's Special Technique Jan 22, 1992 · 25m The future has been written - or has it? That’s what Goku and the rest of the Z-Fighters must decide as they hear Trunks’ ominous warning. The Androids are coming! And they just might be…
  17. 17 Z Warriors Prepare Jan 29, 1992 · 25m Gohan learns some new tricks, Vegeta pushes himself to the breaking point, and Yamcha struggles just to keep up as everyone prepares to face the looming Android menace! But will all their…
  18. 18 Goku's Ordeal Feb 5, 1992 · 25m ChiChi wants a car! Goku and Piccolo take a day off from training to enroll in driving school. These two mighty warriors may be the Earth’s only chance for survival, but what are the…
  19. 19 The Androids Appear Feb 12, 1992 · 25m Three years have come and gone, and the day of reckoning has finally arrived! The Androids are here, and they’re wreaking havoc on an unsuspecting city! Goku and his friends must now put…
  20. 20 A Handy Trick Feb 19, 1992 · 25m Yamcha is held at the mercy of the ruthless Android 20, and Goku and the others must race to help their friend. Believing their power to be far superior, the Androids tempt Goku’s rage by…
  21. 21 Double Trouble for Goku Feb 26, 1992 · 25m The battle with the Androids begins as Goku launches an all out assault against Android 19. The Super Saiyan seems to have the fight under control, but something is about to go horribly…
  22. 22 Upgrade to Super Saiyan Mar 4, 1992 · 25m Attacked from within by a crippling virus, Goku is helpless against the maniacal Android 19. But just when it looks like the end for Goku, Vegeta appears on the scene! And he’s got a few…
  23. 23 The Secret of Dr. Gero Mar 11, 1992 · 25m In his first fight as a Super Saiyan, Vegeta takes control of the battlefield and defeats Android 19 in convincing fashion! Unwilling to share 19’s fate, Android 20 runs for cover in the…
  24. 24 More Androids?! Mar 18, 1992 · 25m Vegeta, Piccolo, and Gohan lead an exhaustive search through the mountains for Android 20. But the hunters are also the hunted! Android 20 lurks in the shadows, ready to strike, and it…
  25. 25 Follow Dr. Gero Mar 25, 1992 · 25m Our heroes make a startling discovery: Android 20 is none other than Dr. Gero himself! Before they can act on this new knowledge, the diabolical doctor flees to his secret laboratory…
  26. 26 Nightmare Comes True Apr 1, 1992 · 25m The race is on, as the Z-Fighters search frantically for Dr. Gero’s hidden laboratory! But rather than stop the androids before they’re activated, Vegeta wants a challenge! Despite Trunks’…
  27. 27 Goku's Assassin Apr 8, 1992 · 25m Dr. Gero escapes to his mountain hideout and brings his killer androids to life. Without the help of Goku, all hope seems lost. Dr. Gero appears one step closer to ultimate vengeance, but…
  28. 28 Deadly Beauty Apr 15, 1992 · 25m Vegeta and Android 18 have a showdown on the highway. Trunks and the others are there to help, but the Saiyan prince insists on fighting his opponent man-to-android! Will Vegeta’s…
  29. 29 No Match for the Androids Apr 22, 1992 · 25m In an earthshaking battle, the beautiful Android 18 brings Vegeta to his knees. But before she can deliver the final blow, Trunks steps in to help. Soon an all out war between good and…
  30. 30 Last Ditch Effort Apr 29, 1992 · 25m Vegeta, Trunks, Tien, and Piccolo realize a grim truth: unless they can increase their powers quickly, they’ll have no chance against the androids. In a drastic move, Piccolo flies to…
  31. 31 Closing In May 6, 1992 · 25m The androids hit the road in pursuit of Goku, but they’re delayed by some hyperactive hoodlums. Krillin and Trunks race to move Goku to a safer hiding place, and Kami wrestles with…
  32. 32 Unwelcome Discovery May 13, 1992 · 25m The Z-fighters retreat to Master Roshi’s house to plan their next move. Meanwhile, Bulma makes a startling discovery: the wreckage of a second time capsule! Where did it come from, and…