What episode is "The Renewed Goku" in Dragon Ball Z?
"The Renewed Goku" is episode 85 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readVegeta confronts Frieza but struggles despite his increased power, while Goku recovers and rushes back to the battlefield to join the fight against their powerful foe.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersDespite his dramatic increase in power, Vegeta is no match for Frieza. It seems that he is not a Super Saiyan after all. Gohan, Krillin, and Piccolo helplessly look on in horror as Frieza incapacitates Vegeta and tortures him. Luckily, Goku has finally recovered. He breaks out of the healing chamber, and flies to the battlefield.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "The Renewed Goku" canon or filler?
"The Renewed Goku" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "The Renewed Goku" part of?
"The Renewed Goku" is part of the Frieza 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