Toei Animation, the iconic studio behind the Dragon Ball animated series, has unearthed Frieza's first anime appearance from over 30 years ago, with the villain's place in the history books now forever remembered.
Toei Animation Europe's X (formerly Twitter) account posted Frieza's first appearance on April 18, 2024, exactly 34 years after they appeared on Japanese television. It reads, “On April 18, 1990, Frieza made his first appearance on Japanese television. With Zarbon and Dodoria of course! #DragonBallZ #Frieza #Zarbon #Dodoria.” Readers can refer to the article below.
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Frieza, ranked as one of the Most Evil Anime Villains Ever by CBR, first appeared in Dragon Ball Z. Crunchyroll streams the series, describing it: “ Goku—the strongest warrior on the planet—is all that stands between humanity and the world's villains. The darkest corners of space. Joining the battle with the Z-Fighters, Goku travels to distant realms in search of the magical power of the Dragon Balls!”
Dragon Ball Z (1989)
With the help of the powerful Dragon Balls, a team of warriors led by saiyan warrior Goku defends planet earth from extraterrestrial enemies.
Release date September 30, 1996
Cast Sean Schemmel, Brian Drummond, Christopher Sabat, Scott McNeil
Seasons 9
Studio Toei Animation
Creator Akira Toriyama
Episodes 291
Source: Toei Animation Europe via X (formerly Twitter)