Dragon Ball Z

Held Captive

Episode 40 Canon Namek and Captain Ginyu Sagas 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Gohan and his friends are mistakenly captured by space pirates who believe they serve a notorious villain. After a daring escape through an asteroid field, they manage to prove their innocence, leading to their release.

Full Plot Summary

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Gohan and the others are captured by a band of space pirates, who think they are the lackies of a villain named Frieza, who sent some of his forces to take over their planet long ago. Suddenly, the station heads into an asteroid field, and Bulma runs toward the cockpit. She pushes the pilot out of the way, and guides the ship out of the asteroids safely. After realizing that they're not enemies, the pirates let Gohan, Krillin, and Bulma go.

Episode FAQ

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What episode is "Held Captive" in Dragon Ball Z?

"Held Captive" is episode 40 of Dragon Ball Z.

Is "Held Captive" canon or filler?

"Held Captive" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Held Captive" part of?

"Held Captive" is part of the Namek and Captain Ginyu 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.

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