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"The New Threat" serves as the premiere for Dragon Ball Z , marking a major shift from the original Dragon Ball series toward a more science-fiction-oriented narrative. It originally aired in Japan on , and introduced key characters who would define the series for decades. Key Plot Points

The episode is widely celebrated for raising the stakes of the franchise by introducing world-ending threats and revealing Goku's extraterrestrial origins. You can find more details or watch the series on official platforms like Crunchyroll . AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more The New Threat | Dragon Ball Wiki | Fandom (Dub) 1 : The New Threat

: Viewers are introduced to Gohan , the young son of Goku and Chi-Chi. The episode highlights Gohan’s innocent nature as he gets lost in the wilderness and is eventually rescued by his father. "The New Threat" serves as the premiere for

: Goku, Gohan (debut), Raditz (debut), Chi-Chi, Master Roshi, and Krillin. Studio : Produced by Toei Animation . You can find more details or watch the

: The story begins with a strange spacecraft landing on Earth. A powerful, long-haired alien named Raditz emerges, using a device called a Scouter to measure the power levels of the locals, including a terrified farmer.