Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone (1989) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In order to wish for immortality and avenge his father, Garlic Jr. collects the dragon balls, kidnapping Goku's son Gohan in the process. Goku, Kami, Piccolo, and Krillin unite to rescue Gohan and save the world from being sucked into a dead zone.
Rated PG • 1989 • 41m
This early Dragon Ball Z film receives its PG rating primarily for its frequent, stylized martial arts violence. The story involves the kidnapping of Goku's young son, Gohan, by the villain Garlic Jr., who seeks immortality. Parents should be aware of constant sci-fi combat, scenes of peril involving a child, and a brief, notable scene where Gohan unknowingly consumes an alcoholic fruit and becomes intoxicated. While there is no gore… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone appropriate for kids?
This early Dragon Ball Z film receives its PG rating primarily for its frequent, stylized martial arts violence. The story involves the kidnapping of Goku's young son, Gohan, by the villain Garlic Jr., who seeks immortality. Parents should be aware of constant sci-fi combat… Read more — free account
Content severity in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone
What happens in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:07 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone
This category is very mild. In some uncut versions of the film, there is a brief comedic scene where the child Gohan urinates on another character's head. In these same versions, Goku is also seen briefly nude from the back after his clothes are torn in a fight; there is no sexual context.
Violence and gore in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone
Violence is moderate and frequent, consisting of the stylized martial arts combat typical of the series. Characters engage in prolonged fights involving punching, kicking, and energy blasts. Characters are thrown through walls and are shown beaten and exhausted, but there is no blood or graphic injury depicted.
Language in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone
Language is very mild. In the Ocean Group English dub, the word "hell" is used once. The FUNimation dub and the original Japanese version contain no strong language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone
There is a brief but notable scene of substance use. Gohan, a young child, eats a piece of fruit that is described as alcoholic. He becomes visibly disoriented and drunk for a short period, which is played for a mix of comedy and concern.
Mature themes in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone
Thematic content is moderate. The central plot is driven by the kidnapping of a young child, Gohan, who is shown frightened and in peril. The villain achieves immortality and seems unbeatable, creating moments of hopelessness for the heroes. The climax involves the villain being trapped for eternity in a dark void, a fate presented as worse than death.
Scary moments in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone is best for ages 9+. It's rated PG. This early Dragon Ball Z film receives its PG rating primarily for its frequent, stylized martial arts violence. The story involves the kidnapping of Goku's young son, Gohan, by the villain Garlic Jr., who seeks…
What age rating does Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone have?
Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 9+.
What is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone about?
This early Dragon Ball Z film receives its PG rating primarily for its frequent, stylized martial arts violence. The story involves the kidnapping of Goku's young son, Gohan, by the villain Garlic Jr., who seeks immortality. Parents should be aware of constant sci-fi combat, scenes of peril involving a child, and a…
Is there sex or nudity in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone?
This category is very mild. In some uncut versions of the film, there is a brief comedic scene where the child Gohan urinates on another character's head. In these same versions, Goku is also seen briefly nude from the back after his clothes are torn in a…
How violent is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone?
Violence is moderate and frequent, consisting of the stylized martial arts combat typical of the series. Characters engage in prolonged fights involving punching, kicking, and energy blasts. Characters are thrown through walls and are shown beaten and…
Is the language in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. In the Ocean Group English dub, the word "hell" is used once. The FUNimation dub and the original Japanese version contain no strong language.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone?
There is a brief but notable scene of substance use. Gohan, a young child, eats a piece of fruit that is described as alcoholic. He becomes visibly disoriented and drunk for a short period, which is played for a mix of comedy and concern.
What mature themes appear in Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone?
Thematic content is moderate. The central plot is driven by the kidnapping of a young child, Gohan, who is shown frightened and in peril. The villain achieves immortality and seems unbeatable, creating moments of hopelessness for the heroes. The climax…
How long is Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone?
Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone runs 41 minutes, directed by Daisuke Nishio, released in 1989.
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