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dragon ball z (1996)

Dragon Ball Z
Dragon Ball Z (1989)
Animation
Action
Adventure

Release Date
September 13, 1996
Main Genre
Animation
Seasons
16

Summary

Many years have passed since Goku first searched for the Dragon Balls. He is a grown man, with a wife and son. He and his friends have settled into their own lives and, for the most part, things are rather peaceful. Then one day, Goku learns he is really a Saiyan and comes from another planet. Now begins new adventures for Goku and his friends as they defend their home against new, more powerful threats.

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