---
title: "Dragon Ball Z: Lord Slug"
year: 1991
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dragon-ball-z-lord-slug-1991"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 39102
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 52
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Dragon Ball Z: Lord Slug (1991) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dragon-ball-z-lord-slug-1991

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Dragon Ball Z: Lord Slug is a 1991 film featuring the Z Warriors. The plot follows the arrival of a Super Namekian named Slug who comes to invade Earth. As the primary antagonist, Slug brings a gang with him to facilitate his conquest of the planet. In response to this extraterrestrial threat, the Z Warriors commit themselves to stopping Slug and his followers. The narrative focuses on the conflict between the invading forces and the defenders of Earth as they attempt to thwart the hostile takeover. The film depicts the efforts of the Z Warriors as they do their best to confront the invaders and protect the planet from the Super Namekian leader. The story centers on this battle for Earth, documenting the struggle of the Z Warriors against the coordinated assault led by Slug and his gang. The film is a production centered on the action-oriented confrontation between these specific characters as they engage in a high-stakes struggle for the safety of the world.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Super Namekian named Slug arrives to invade Earth."

### Why Watch
- features the Z Warriors
- sci-fi action adventure

### Caveats & Content Note
- short runtime
- Tone & Suitability: Contains action and animated violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, animated, sci-fi

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/dragon-ball-z-lord-slug-1991#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mitsuo Hashimoto
- **Networks / Studios**: Toei Animation

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Toshio Furukawa** as *Piccolo (voice)*
- **Kenji Utsumi** as *Slug / Shenlong (voice)*
- **Masako Nozawa** as *Son Goku / Son Gohan (voice)*
- **Mayumi Tanaka** as *Kuririn / Yajirobe (voice)*
- **Joji Yanami** as *North Kaiou (voice)*
- **Naoko Watanabe** as *Chi Chi (voice)*
- **Hiromi Tsuru** as *Bulma Briefs (voice)*
- **Kohei Miyauchi** as *Muten Roshi (voice)*
- **Naoki Tatsuta** as *Oolong (voice)*
- **Keiichi Nanba** as *Angila (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the movie released?
It was released in 1991, with a US release date listed as 08/07/2001.

### Q: What genres are associated with the movie?
It falls under the action, animation, and science fiction genres.

### Q: Who is the main antagonist?
A Super Namekian named Slug is the antagonist who comes to invade Earth.

### Q: Who tries to stop the villain?
The Z Warriors do their best to stop Slug and his gang.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is 52m.

---
*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*