What episode is "The Doomsday Broadcast" in Dragon Ball Z?
"The Doomsday Broadcast" is episode 167 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readAs Goku and Gohan intensify their training, Cell publicly announces the upcoming Cell Games, challenging Earth's strongest fighters to confront him in a high-stakes showdown.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersAs Goku and Gohan continue to train in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber, Yamcha and Krillin begin to get ready for the Cell Games. Cell goes on television and announces his plan to the world. He challenges Earth's best fighters to beat him.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "The Doomsday Broadcast" canon or filler?
"The Doomsday Broadcast" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "The Doomsday Broadcast" part of?
"The Doomsday Broadcast" 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
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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