Dragon Ball Z · Episode 40
Honest to Goodness? There Lies Namek, Planet of Hope
Aired Saturday, September 20, 1997 · 24 min
Namek Saga arc · episode 5 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
Bulma, Gohan, and Krillin have been taken captive by an army of children! These young soliders believe that Gohan and his friends are allies of Frieza, the evil warlord who destroyed their hoe planet. Now, with time running out, the Z-gang must find a way to convince the kids of their innocence.
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Dragon Ball Z episode 40 FAQ
When does Dragon Ball Z episode 40 come out?
Dragon Ball Z episode 40 aired on Saturday, September 20, 1997.
What time does Dragon Ball Z episode 40 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 40?
Dragon Ball Z streams on Crunchyroll, Hulu. Availability depends on your region.
Which arc is Dragon Ball Z episode 40 in?
Episode 40 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 40?
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.