What episode is "Bow to the Prince" in Dragon Ball Z?
"Bow to the Prince" is episode 156 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readVegeta gains the upper hand in battle against Cell, while Trunks reflects on past training. Meanwhile, Gohan trains earnestly alongside Goku, preparing for intense challenges ahead.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersAs Vegeta battles Cell, it is clear that Vegeta has the upper hand in the fight, his strength superior to Cell's. Watching from the sidelines, Trunks recalls the intense time he spent training with his father in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber. As the fight between Cell and Vegeta continues, the pressure falls on Gohan as he trains in the Time Chamber with Goku in an attempt to become a Super Saiyan.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Bow to the Prince" canon or filler?
"Bow to the Prince" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Bow to the Prince" part of?
"Bow to the Prince" is part of the Cell Games Saga.
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