What episode is "Upgrade to Super Saiyan" in Dragon Ball Z?
"Upgrade to Super Saiyan" is episode 129 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readGoku faces a sudden health challenge while trapped by an Android, but Vegeta intervenes, surprising everyone as he prepares to take on the looming threat alongside Goku.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersIt looks like the heart virus Trunks warned about came true after all, but at a bad time for Goku as he is in the clutches of Android 19. Suddenly, Vegeta saves Goku and prepares to fight the Androids and he's got a surprise for everyone.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Upgrade to Super Saiyan" canon or filler?
"Upgrade to Super Saiyan" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Upgrade to Super Saiyan" part of?
"Upgrade to Super Saiyan" is part of the Imperfect Cell and Perfect Cell Sagas.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Krillin main 
Piccolo main 
Son Gohan main 
Son Goku main 
Vegeta main 
Android 17 supporting 
Android 18 supporting 
Bardock supporting 
Bulma supporting 
Chiaotzu supporting Master Roshi supporting Pan supporting 
Son Goten supporting Tien Shinhan supporting 
Trunks supporting 
Yamcha supporting Babidi antagonist Burter antagonist Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock – The Father of Goku 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Might 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks 1991 
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13! 1992 
Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound 1993