: Goku, Krillin, Kami, and a surprisingly cooperative Piccolo launch a rescue mission. Despite Garlic Jr.'s new immortal status and hulking transformation, the heroes hold their own.
: In a desperate final move, Garlic Jr. opens the Dead Zone , a dimensional void intended to suck in and trap his enemies forever.
: Garlic Jr.’s henchmen (Ginger, Nicky, and Sansho) kidnap young Gohan to obtain the Four-Star Dragon Ball fixed to his hat. Dragon Ball Z: The Movie - Dead Zone(1989)
: Garlic Jr. successfully collects all seven Dragon Balls and wishes for immortality , which he is granted by Shenron.
: Uniquely, it is the only film to receive a direct follow-up arc in the anime series. The Garlic Jr. Saga (episodes 108–117) takes place between the Frieza and Android Sagas, featuring Garlic Jr.’s escape from the void. : Goku, Krillin, Kami, and a surprisingly cooperative
: Like most early DBZ films, Dead Zone is generally considered non-canon . It presents major continuity errors, such as Krillin and Bulma meeting Gohan for the first time, even though they are shocked to discover Goku has a son at the start of the Saiyan Saga .
The story follows a demonic being named , who seeks revenge against Kami for choosing Kami's predecessor as the Guardian of Earth over Garlic Jr.'s father. opens the Dead Zone , a dimensional void
: While creator Akira Toriyama provided some character designs, the film was primarily a Toei Animation production. It is often praised for its high-quality cel animation and martial arts choreography that reflects the series' earlier roots. List of Dragon Ball films