What episode is "No Match for the Androids" in Dragon Ball Z?
"No Match for the Androids" is episode 136 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readDragon Ball Z episode 136 shows the Androids overpowering Earth's heroes, with the heroes struggling to intervene effectively. The tension builds as the androids advance toward completing their mission.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersWith Trunks interfering, Android 17 knocks him out easily, as he does with Tien and Piccolo as well, who also attempted to intervene. Krillin is too frozen with fear to get involved and Android 16 is just standing there, off to the side. Vegeta once again tries to fight Android 18, but is beaten easily. Androids 17 and 18 have easily beaten a considerable amount of Earth's heroes and head off to complete their mission, but can Goku recover in time to help and protect himself?
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "No Match for the Androids" canon or filler?
"No Match for the Androids" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "No Match for the Androids" part of?
"No Match for the Androids" 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