Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock (2011)
Kernel Score: 80% · 434 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Action, Animation, Science Fiction
Released: 2011-12-17
Runtime: 20 minutes
Overview
A spin-off scenario taking place after the events of the TV special Dragon Ball Z: Bardock - The Father of Goku, in which Bardock survives the destruction of Planet Vegeta and is sent into the past, combating Frieza's ancestor Chilled and turning into a Super Saiyan.
Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock is an anime action film with stylized fighting and destruction of a planet.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Sci-fi battles including planet destruction and hand-to-hand combat, typical of the Dragon Ball franchise.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Masako Nozawa as Bardock (voice)
- Ryusei Nakao as Chilled / Frieza (voice)
- Houko Kuwashima as Berry (voice)
- Masashi Ebara as Ipana (voice)
- Keiji Hirai as Toobi (voice)
- Kazuyuki Ishikawa as Kyabira (voice)
- Hiroaki Miura as Zarbon (voice)
- Takashi Nagasako as Dodoria (voice)
- Joji Yanami as Narrator (voice)
- Tomoyo Sasaki as Inhabitant of Plant (voice)
Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock FAQ
Is Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock good?
Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 434 audience ratings.
Is Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock OK for kids?
Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock is an anime action film with stylized fighting and destruction of a planet.
What movies are like Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock?
If you liked Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock, try Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks, Steins;Gate: The Movie - Load Region of Déjà Vu, Regular Show: The Movie and Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox.