Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku 1990
“This is the story of Bardock, the father of Goku.”
What is Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku?
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku is a film first released in 1990. Catalogued under Animation, Action, Science Fiction, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1990
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 48 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 17, 1990
- Studios
- Bird Studios, Toei Animation, Toei Company
- Genres
- Animation, Action, Science Fiction, Drama
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Overview
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku is a film first released in 1990. Catalogued under Animation, Action, Science Fiction, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A low‑ranked Saiyan soldier gains future‑vision to confront a looming massacre.”
- Explores Bardock’s origins
- Shows early Saiyan struggle
- Combines sci‑fi action with drama
- Short 48‑minute runtime limits depth
- 1990 animation may feel dated
Watch it if you want to see Goku’s father battle fate in an animated sci‑fi adventure.
The film features sci‑fi action and dramatic battle themes, suitable for viewers comfortable with animated violence.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the film?
The runtime is 48 minutes.
When was it released?
It was released in the United States on October 17, 1990.
What genres describe the film?
It is an animated action, science‑fiction, drama, and fantasy film.
Who is the main character?
The story follows Bardock, the father of Son Goku.
What special ability does Bardock receive?
He is given the power to see into the future by the last remaining alien on a destroyed planet.