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Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku (1990)

“This is the story of Bardock, the father of Goku.”

7.6/10 · 778 votes 0h 48m nr ActionFantasyDramaScience-fictionAnimation

#7 of 69 films from 1990 #201 of 2168 in action

Directed by Mitsuo Hashimoto · Written by Katsuyuki Sumisawa, Takao Koyama

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Overview

Bardock, Son Goku's father, is a low-ranking Saiyan soldier who was given the power to see into the future by the last remaining alien on a planet he just destroyed. He witnesses the destruction of his race and must now do his best to stop Frieza's impending massacre.

Cast

Masako Nozawaas Bardock / Son Gokû (Kakarotto) (voice)
Kazuyuki Sogabeas Tôma (voice)
Yuko Mitaas Seripa (voice)
Takeshi Watabeas Panbûkin (voice)
Kozo Shioyaas Toteppo / Dokutâ (voice)
Ryusei Nakaoas Freeza (voice)
Show Hayamias Zarbon (voice)
Yukitoshi Horias Dodoria (voice)
Banjo Gingaas Tôro (voice)
Kinpei Azusaas Grandfather Son Gohan (voice)
Ryo Horikawaas Vegeta (voice)
Shozo Iizukaas Nappa (voice)
Hirohiko Kakegawaas Saiya-jin A (voice)
Yûji Machias Saiya-jin B (voice)

Facts

Release dateOctober 17, 1990
Runtime48 min (0h 48m) — shorter as the 1990 average of 104 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Drama, Science-fiction, Animation
Original titleドラゴンボールZ たったひとりの最終決戦〜フリーザに挑んだZ戦士 孫悟空の父〜
LanguageJA
IMDbtt0142245

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Questions

How long is Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku?
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku runs 48 minutes (0h 48m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 778 votes, which places it #7 of 69 films released in 1990 in this index (top 91%) and #201 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku?
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku was directed by Mitsuo Hashimoto. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the Dragon (1995), Dragon Ball Z: Cooler's Revenge (1991), Dragon Ball Z: Lord Slug (1991).
Who stars in Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku?
Masako Nozawa as Bardock / Son Gokû (Kakarotto) (voice); Kazuyuki Sogabe as Tôma (voice); Yuko Mita as Seripa (voice); Takeshi Watabe as Panbûkin (voice); Kozo Shioya as Toteppo / Dokutâ (voice); Ryusei Nakao as Freeza (voice).
What is Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/129516.

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