8.8/106 votes#1 - Goku Gains Speed
Season 1 Episode 140 - Aired 1/11/1989
As the battle between Tenshinhan and Goku rages, Goku unloads a heavy burden, one that may shift the balance in the extraordinary showdown. All eyes turn to Tenshinhan as an embarrassing moment spurs him to make a dangerous choice.
Director: Osamu Kasai
Writer: Keiji Terui
8.8/106 votes#2 - The Victor
Season 1 Episode 148 - Aired 3/8/1989
The end of the 23rd Tenkaichi Budokai finds Goku struggling for survival as Ma Junior gets the upper hand, poised to take the Title and his life. God devises a way to rescue the young hero, but his plan calls for the ultimate sacrifice!
Director: Osamu Kasai
Writer: Takao Koyama
8.6/107 votes#3 - Reunions
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 5/3/1989
Goku and Gohan attend a reunion on Roshi’s island, where Goku introduces his son to all of his old friends. The smiles quickly fade, however, as an unexpected visitor - Raditz - lands on the island.
Director: Osamu Kasai
Writer: Katsuyuki Sumisawa
8.5/105 votes#4 - The Four Faces of Tien
Season 1 Episode 141 - Aired 1/18/1989
Goku has always been able to handle himself in the ring, but when his fight with Tenshinhan turns into a war against an army, he finds himself in serious jeopardy. Tenshinhan's new technique may spell the end for our hero!
Director: Osamu Kasai
Writer: Toshiki Inoue
7.7/107 votes#5 - The Strangest Robot
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 6/28/1989
To escape a pack of wild animals, Gohan ventures into an ancient cave, where he meets an old Capsule Corp robot. The robot has lived alone in the cave for over 30 years, and he’s not happy to have visitors!
Director: Osamu Kasai
Writer: Katsuyuki Sumisawa
6.9/108 votes#6 - A Devastating Wish
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2/7/1996
After decades of persistence, Emperor Pilaf finally steals the dragon balls and summons Shenron! But Pilaf slips up yet again and wishes Goku back to childhood size!. As Goku tries to present his new self to his family, King Kai reveals alarming news. If the dragon balls aren't returned to Earth within one year, the entire planet will explode!
Director: Osamu Kasai
Writer: Aya Matsui
6.7/106 votes#7 - The Last Oracle of Luud
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 5/15/1996
While Pan is under the control of the psychotic Master Dolltaki, Goku and Trunks battle with the vengeful Cardinal Mutchy Mutchy, who can manipulate inanimate objects to attack at will! Meanwhile, Dolltaki has big plans for his faithful believers, as the mighty Lord Luud moves one step closer to being resurrected.
Director: Osamu Kasai
Writer: Masashi Kubota
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"Goku Gains Speed" is the best rated episode directed by Osamu Kasai. It scored 8.8/10 based on 6 votes. It was written by Keiji Terui. It aired on 1/11/1989 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Victor".