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Dragon Ball Z: Season 4

32 episodes Premiered Sep 18, 1991 Updated Sep 21, 2026

Dragon Ball Z Season 4 continues the overarching saga across 32 episodes. The series features animation, sci-fi, fantasy, and action and adventure elements. As detailed in the source materials, the narrative follows the ongoing saga where the Saiyans have returned, and the main character is now happily married with a son and is a martial arts champion. Because the provided source text cuts off mid-sentence, no furthe

Previously on Dragon Ball Z

Season 4 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • The series features martial arts themes combined with science fiction, fantasy, and action and adventure elements.
  • The overarching narrative involves the return of the Saiyans.
  • The main character is happily married and has a son.
  • The protagonist is established as a martial arts champion.

Season overview

Dragon Ball Z Season 4 continues the overarching saga across 32 episodes. The series features animation, sci-fi, fantasy, and action and adventure elements. As detailed in the source materials, the narrative follows the ongoing saga where the Saiyans have returned, and the main character is now happily married with a son and is a martial arts champion. Because the provided source text cuts off mid-sentence, no further plot points, character names, or specific narrative developments can be stated beyond these foundational premises. The season maintains the established tone of the preceding works, focusing on martial arts and otherworldly challenges as documented in the television database records.

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Season 4 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Mytharc (5): Crucial lore & season climaxes
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Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S4·E1 Mytharc

The Heavens Tremble

Sep 18, 1991

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: Gar

S4·E2 Core

Black Fog of Terror

Sep 25, 1991

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!

S4·E3 Core

Battle in Kami's Lookout

Oct 2, 1991

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

S4·E4 Core

Fight With Piccolo

Oct 9, 1991

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 energ

S4·E5 Core

Call for Restoration

Oct 16, 1991

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 Eart

S4·E6 Core

Suicidal Course

Oct 23, 1991

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

S4·E7 Core

Extreme Measures

Oct 30, 1991

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!

S4·E8 Core

The World Awakens

Nov 6, 1991

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

S4·E9 Core

Brief Chance for Victory

Nov 13, 1991

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

S4·E10 Core

Krillin's Proposal

Nov 20, 1991

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!

S4·E11 Core

Frieza's Counterattack

Nov 27, 1991

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

S4·E12 Core

The Mysterious Youth

Dec 4, 1991

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 m

S4·E13 Core

Another Super Saiyan?

Dec 11, 1991

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 u

S4·E14 Core

Welcome Back Goku

Dec 18, 1991

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?!

S4·E15 Mytharc

Mystery Revealed

Jan 15, 1992

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

S4·E16 Core

Goku's Special Technique

Jan 22, 1992

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 mi

S4·E17 Core

Z Warriors Prepare

Jan 29, 1992

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 al

S4·E18 Core

Goku's Ordeal

Feb 5, 1992

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 t

S4·E19 Core

The Androids Appear

Feb 12, 1992

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 n

S4·E20 Core

A Handy Trick

Feb 19, 1992

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

S4·E21 Core

Double Trouble for Goku

Feb 26, 1992

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 hor

S4·E22 Core

Upgrade to Super Saiyan

Mar 4, 1992

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

S4·E23 Core

The Secret of Dr. Gero

Mar 11, 1992

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

S4·E24 Core

More Androids?!

Mar 18, 1992

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, an

S4·E25 Core

Follow Dr. Gero

Mar 25, 1992

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 laborato

S4·E26 Core

Nightmare Comes True

Apr 1, 1992

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

S4·E27 Core

Goku's Assassin

Apr 8, 1992

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 vengean

S4·E28 Mytharc

Deadly Beauty

Apr 15, 1992

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

S4·E29 Core

No Match for the Androids

Apr 22, 1992

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

S4·E30 Core

Last Ditch Effort

Apr 29, 1992

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

S4·E31 Mytharc

Closing In

May 6, 1992

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

S4·E32 Mytharc

Unwelcome Discovery

May 13, 1992

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,