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Dragon Ball Z Cell Games Saga

Dragon Ball Z

Cell Games Saga

November 25, 1992 29 episodes

Humanity nears extinction as Cell achieves his deadly perfect form! Eager to display his new power, the monster proposes a tournament. If Earth produces a worthy challenger, whether be it Goku or Mr. Satan, mankind will be spared. But if not – death comes to all!

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What is the Tournament?
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E1. What is the Tournament?

25m Nov 25, 1992

While Trunks tells the others of Cell’s plans to hold a tournament, the diabolical android begins his preparations for the competition by constructing a fighting arena. Do the Z-Fighters have a chance, or is this a contest that only Cell can win?

The Doomsday Broadcast
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E2. The Doomsday Broadcast

25m Dec 2, 1992

Cell breaks into showbiz, literally! The sinister android hijacks a television station in order to announce his "Cell Games" to the world! But are there any challengers left with the strength and courage to get into the ring?

Meet Me in the Ring
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E3. Meet Me in the Ring

25m Dec 9, 1992

Panicked Earthlings flee their homes to escape Cell’s wrath, but all hope is not lost! Back at the Lookout, Goku and Gohan finally emerge from the Time Chamber. After a quick trip to size up the competition, Goku is ready to battle Cell!

No Worries Here
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E4. No Worries Here

25m Dec 16, 1992

With nine days until Cell's tournament begins, Vegeta, Piccolo, and Trunks plan to return to the Hyperbolic Time Chamber. But Goku decides that he and Gohan have had enough training! What does Goku know that the others don't?

A Girl Named Lime
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E5. A Girl Named Lime

25m Jan 13, 1993

Gohan stumbles upon a village that has retreated to a nearby shelter, and when he discovers that the owner of the shelter is capitalizing on the villagers' fear of Cell, he comes up with a Super Saiyan solution to the problem!

Memories of Gohan
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E6. Memories of Gohan

25m Jan 20, 1993

As the Cell Games draw near, Goku enjoys his remaining time with friends and family! First he fishes with Krillin, then he strolls down memory lane with Chichi, and finally it's time for a very special boy to blow out the candles!

A New Guardian
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E7. A New Guardian

25m Jan 27, 1993

When the Royal Military foolishly tries to stop Cell with ordinary weapons, the attack quickly becomes a suicide mission! Goku is determined to revive the fallen soldiers, but that will require new Dragon Balls!

Dende's Dragon
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E8. Dende's Dragon

25m Feb 3, 1993

With help from King Kai, Goku travels to Namek to recruit a new guardian for the Earth! Most of the Namekians refuse the offer, but there’s one little guy who can’t wait to go! Dende is back, and he’s going to create a new Dragon!

The Puzzle of General Tao
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E9. The Puzzle of General Tao

25m Feb 10, 1993

Goku comes face to face with an old adversary: General Tao! The search for the Dragon Balls led Goku to the aging general, but unless the Super Saiyan can solve the crafty villain’s puzzle, the search may end in vain!

The Games Begin
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E10. The Games Begin

25m Feb 17, 1993

The wait is over, and the Cell Games are ready to begin! The Z-Fighters arrive ringside, only to discover another challenger already on the scene. It’s none other than World Martial Arts Champion, Mr. Satan!

Losers Fight First
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E11. Losers Fight First

25m Mar 3, 1993

Caroni and Pirozhki, Mr. Satan’s top students, make a spectacular entrance to the ring, but are they really ready to rumble with Cell? Don’t miss a minute of the fun, because this fight could be over fast!

Goku vs. Cell
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E12. Goku vs. Cell

25m Mar 10, 1993

The main event begins! Now free of distraction, Goku steps into the ring to face Cell. The Earth shakes and the heavens tremble as these mighty super warriors collide! And that’s just the warm up!

Cell's Bag of Tricks
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E13. Cell's Bag of Tricks

25m Mar 17, 1993

Cell attacks Goku with a dazzling array of moves: the Destructo Disk, the Special Beam Cannon, even the Kamehameha Wave! So far, Goku has been able to match Cell blow for blow, but how will the Super Saiyan fare against such a lethal arsenal?

No More Rules
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E14. No More Rules

25m Mar 31, 1993

As the battle intensifies, Cell quickly grows tired of the rules he created for the tournament. With a flick of his finger, the Android destroys the ring, instantly turning the Cell Games into a deadly fight to the finish!

The Fight is Over
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E15. The Fight is Over

25m Apr 7, 1993

Goku blasts Cell with a Kamehameha Wave that reduces the android to a pile of cinders, but his triumph is short-lived. The monster shows his amazing resilience by fully regenerating himself!

Faith in a Boy
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E16. Faith in a Boy

25m Apr 14, 1993

After surrendering to Cell, Goku names the next challenger to enter the Cell Games: Gohan! Goku has supreme faith in his son’s abilities, but the young Saiyan will need a lot more than his father’s confidence if he’s going to survive!

Gohan's Plea
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E17. Gohan's Plea

25m Apr 21, 1993

The fight between Gohan and Cell intensifies, but the villain’s attacks seem to have no effect on the boy! Could the young hero really have the power to defeat the evil android once and for all?

Android Explosion
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E18. Android Explosion

25m Apr 28, 1993

Cell is determined to unleash Gohan’s full potential, but the boy refuses to fight, prompting the android to torture Gohan’s friends instead! Next, Cell does the unthinkable by spawning miniature Cells to attack the Z-Fighters!

Cell Juniors Attack!
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E19. Cell Juniors Attack!

25m May 5, 1993

Gohan boils with rage as the Cell Juniors wreak havoc on the Z-Fighters. The boy struggles to resist the urge to fight, but he’s a powder keg waiting to explode, and Android 16 appears ready to light the fuse!

Awakening
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E20. Awakening

25m May 12, 1993

Spurred by Android 16’s dying words, Gohan’s hidden power is finally unleashed! With his new strength and speed, Gohan easily destroys the wicked Cell Juniors, but his sights are set on a bigger target!

The Unstoppable Gohan
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E21. The Unstoppable Gohan

25m May 19, 1993

Cell’s desire for battle turns into a nightmare as Gohan unleashes the full fury of his strength. The evil android powers up to his maximum level, but will it be enough to spare him from the wrath of Super Saiyan?

Cell's Break Down
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E22. Cell's Break Down

25m May 26, 1993

Gohan’s Super Saiyan strength appears to have no limit, and the young hero delivers a blow so severe it causes Cell to cough up Android 18! As the monster wears down, Gohan prepares to end the battle once and for all!

A Hero's Farewell
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E23. A Hero's Farewell

25m Jun 2, 1993

Clearly overmatched by Gohan, Cell initiates his last line of defense: a self-destruct program that will blow up the entire planet! With only seconds to spare, Goku risks everything to transport Cell away from the Earth.

Cell Returns!
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E24. Cell Returns!

25m Jun 16, 1993

The nightmare continues! Cell explodes, but a particle of his nucleus survives the blast, providing all the android needs to regenerate himself! Restored to his ultimate form, Cell returns to the Earth more powerful than ever!

The Horror Won't End
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E25. The Horror Won't End

25m Jun 23, 1993

After easily dispensing of both Trunks and Vegeta, Cell announces a new plan. First, he’ll destroy the Earth, and after that, the Universe will be his next target! Can this weapon of ultimate destruction be stopped?

Save the World
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E26. Save the World

25m Jun 30, 1993

The final showdown begins! While Goku telepathically coaches Gohan from the Other World, the Z-Fighters jump in for a five-sided attack! Gohan has the potential inside him, but can Goku show him how to unlock it?

Goku's Decision
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E27. Goku's Decision

25m Jul 7, 1993

Cell is finally defeated, but the Z-Fighters still have much to resolve! Can they make it to the Lookout in time to heal the badly-injured Gohan? Is Android 18 still a threat? And can our heroes find a way to bring back Goku?

One More Wish
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E28. One More Wish

25m Jul 14, 1993

After Goku’s decision to stay in the after-world, Krillin uses the final wish to save Android 18, but does he have the courage to reveal his true feelings? And is anyone brave enough to break the news of Goku's passing to Chichi?!

Free the Future
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E29. Free the Future

25m Jul 21, 1993

Peace and order have been restored on Earth in the present, but Trunks’ future world is still a place of darkness and despair! Once he arrives home, the future will be forever changed!

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