What episode is "The End of Vegeta" in Dragon Ball Z?
"The End of Vegeta" is episode 86 of Dragon Ball Z.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readGoku enters the battle against Frieza stronger than ever, with Vegeta making a desperate stand and revealing truths about past conflicts that raise the stakes of the fight.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersGoku has entered the battlefield stronger than ever and prepares to fight Frieza alone. It seems that Goku might become a Super Saiyan, as he easily deflects Frieza's energy attacks. As Vegeta taunts Frieza, claiming that Goku is the "real Super Saiyan", the tyrant easily finishes him with an energy beam to the heart and a cruel bout of laughter. With his final breaths, Vegeta tells Goku of what Frieza has done to the Saiyans and begs Goku to defeat Frieza. After burying Vegeta, Goku prepares to fight Frieza, whom no one has beaten yet.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "The End of Vegeta" canon or filler?
"The End of Vegeta" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "The End of Vegeta" part of?
"The End of Vegeta" 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