Dragon Ball Z Bardock - The Father Of Goku -199... Fixed «95% Exclusive»

While most Dragon Ball Z movies feel like non-canonical side quests, The Father of Goku stands out as a gritty, essential piece of lore that fundamentally changed how fans viewed the series' protagonist. Released in 1990, this special trades the upbeat adventure of the main series for a dark, Shakespearean tragedy.

Dragon Ball Z Bardock - The Father of Goku - 1990

The most famous element of is the prophecy. While Frieza plans to exterminate the Saiyans out of fear of the "Super Saiyan" legend, Bardock sees the future through his curse. Dragon Ball Z Bardock - The Father of Goku -199...

Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku (Digital)

: Available for streaming/purchase at Fandango at Home for around 12.99USD. While most Dragon Ball Z movies feel like

The story kicks off with a twist of fate: Bardock is struck by a residual psychic ability during a conquest. He gains the power of foresight—specifically, he begins seeing visions of his son, Kakarot (Goku), and the inevitable destruction of Planet Vegeta at the hands of Frieza. While Frieza plans to exterminate the Saiyans out

serves as a gritty prequel to the main series. Unlike the later retcons that depict him as a caring parent, this original story portrays Bardock as a cold, ruthless, but ultimately tragic low-class Saiyan warrior who unintentionally becomes his people's last hope. Plot Summary: The Solitary Final Battle

, shouting that this will change the fate of his planet and his son.

The Stand:

A lone Bardock fights through Frieza's army in space to reach the tyrant’s ship.