Dragon Ball Z · Episode 38
Blast-off for Planet Namek! The Terror Awaiting Gohan & Co.
Aired Wednesday, February 28, 1990 · 24 min
Namek Saga arc · episode 3 of 32Dragon Ball Z arcs in order →
Opening: “Cha-La Head-Cha-La” by Hironobu KageyamaEnding: “Dete Koi Tobikiri ZENKAI Power!”
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Synopsis
Goku, Krillin, and Gohan nurse their wounds and prepare for the return of the Siayan attackers while Bulma follows Mr. Popo to find a spaceship to take her to Planet Namek. There, she plans to find the Dragon Balls in attempt to bring back Piccolo. Can Goku recover before it's too late? Can Bulma get to Planet Namek, and once there, what obstacles await her?
Synopsis excerpt via Kitsu.
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Dragon Ball Z episode 38 FAQ
When does Dragon Ball Z episode 38 come out?
Dragon Ball Z episode 38 aired on Wednesday, February 28, 1990.
What time does Dragon Ball Z episode 38 release?
Kitsu has the date but not a broadcast time for this episode. Japanese TV anime typically air in the evening or late night JST.
Where can I watch Dragon Ball Z episode 38?
Dragon Ball Z streams on Crunchyroll, Hulu. Availability depends on your region.
Which arc is Dragon Ball Z episode 38 in?
Episode 38 is part of the Namek Saga arc, which runs from episode 36 to 67.
What are the opening and ending of Dragon Ball Z episode 38?
The opening is “Cha-La Head-Cha-La” by Hironobu Kageyama. The ending is “Dete Koi Tobikiri ZENKAI Power!”. Every Dragon Ball Z opening and ending is listed on the openings & endings page.