What episode is "Follow Dr. Gero" in Dragon Ball Z?
"Follow Dr. Gero" is episode 132 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readBulma discovers the true identity of Android 20 and finds herself in danger as Dr. Gero escapes to activate powerful androids. Meanwhile, Trunks and Vegeta prepare for an impending battle, while the others race against time to locate Gero's laboratory, setting the stage for a critical confrontation.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersBulma arrives on the scene to discover that Android 20 is Dr. Gero himself. The insane scientist fires an energy blast as a smokescreen so he can escape to activate Androids 17 and 18 which sends Bulma flying. After saving his young mother and younger self, Trunks follows Vegeta to stop him from facing the Androids head-on as the others try to find Gero's laboratory before he does, but will they make it?
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Follow Dr. Gero" canon or filler?
"Follow Dr. Gero" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Follow Dr. Gero" part of?
"Follow Dr. Gero" 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