With Earth no longer in danger, Goku and the others return to their ordinary lives. But Goku ends up working as a farmer again after Chi-Chi spent a majority the 100 million Zeni they received from Mr. Satan in light of Goku needing to becoming a role model for his unborn grandchild. Meanwhile, Mr. Satan's self-promotion as the one who defeated Beerus goes awry when alien ambassadors from planet Snak came to give their gratitude before their champion Galbee challenges Mr. Satan. After being unable to call Gohan or the others for help, Mr. Satan tries to enlist Goku's help when he arrives at the scene. Goku is forced to escape when Chi-Chi spots him about to fight, which forces Mr. Satan to deal with Galbee himself to maintain his image. Luckily, the aliens having intended to conquer Earth, the Snackians are revealed to be cynophobic as they leave Earth in terror upon spotting Mr. Satan's dog Bee.

The episode was rated 7.07 from 584 votes.

Chi-Chi still has Goku doing farm work, Krillin finding him sleeping on the job while surprised that he did not leave to train with King Kai. After reminiscing about their childhood training under Master Roshi, Krillin asks Goku to punch him to know the gap between their power levels. A reluctant Goku tries to change Krillin's mind before acquiescing, with Krillin being knocked over a distance before hitting a boulder. Shortly afterwards, Goku brings Krillin to his house with Android 18 treating his wounds. Krillin states that he misses martial arts and wishes to start training again. Meanwhile, Whis returns to Earth to snack on delicious food. Vegeta uses this as an opportunity to demand that Whis train him so that he can surpass Goku's power level.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 514 votes.

Once restored, revealing his horrific ordeal in Hell, Frieza desires revenge against Goku and Future Trunks. Tagoma objects to Frieza's plans, but Frieza promptly subdues him. When Frieza finds out that Goku has gotten much stronger since they last met, he decides to train in order to become more powerful. Since Frieza's power was inborn, he reveals that he had never felt the need to train a day in his life before now. Four months pass before Frieza and his army head for Earth. All the while, Goku and Vegeta continue their training under Whis. Jaco the Galactic Patrolman travels to Earth to inform Bulma that Frieza had been revived and is approaching Earth with an army of one thousand soldiers. With the Frieza Force fast approaching, Bulma gathers the remaining fighters to fight Frieza's army in hopes of holding out until Goku and Vegeta make it back to Earth.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 449 votes.

Frieza's forces begin their raid on Planet Earth. Goku and Vegeta, oblivious to what is happening on Earth, continue their training under Whis.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 459 votes.

As Goku and Vegeta continue their training under Whis on Beerus' planet, Sorbet is unable to find New Namek as he and his assistant Tagoma (タゴマ) depart for Earth to use its Dragon Balls instead to resurrect their leader Frieza. They run into the Pilaf Gang, who had collected all seven Dragon Balls just before their arrival. Sorbet coerces Pilaf into summoning Shenron, who explains that reviving Frieza would be futile as his body was cut in pieces when Future Trunks killed him. But Sorbet insists after Tagoma suggests using their advanced healing technology to restore Frieza, the two collecting Frieza's pieces and return to their ship as Mai and Sho used up the remaining wishes. Frieza is completely regenerated shortly afterwards.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 477 votes.

Pan has been born with Chi-Chi refusing to allow her granddaughter to be end up a martial arts fanatic like Goku. While everyone attempts to persuade Chi-Chi to change her mind, Bulma accidentally reveals Vegeta having left six months ago to train under Whis to Goku's shock. After some time, Bulma giving him a cellphone to stop his harassment, Goku approaches Whis during his outing with Bulma. Whis accepts Goku's plea to be mentored, thinking it to be perfect timing for Goku to join Vegeta in training. Just as the two are about to depart, Chi-Chi upon learning from Gohan of Goku's departure, attempts to stop him. But Goku leaves with Whis, Though devastated at his departure, Chi-Chi is sure that Goku will return sometime.

The episode was rated 7.55 from 495 votes.

Tagoma powers up and then confidently approaches his opponents. Piccolo is instantly outmatched, so Gohan blasts Tagoma, causing him to fly several yards away. As the dust settles, Tagoma reveals himself to be unharmed. Suddenly, Gotenks arrives and headbutts Tagoma, shocking everybody. While Tagoma is struggling to recuperate from Gotenks's attack, Captain Ginyu (in his frog form) pounces up to him and inscribes a message in the gravel. Tagoma accidentally sets off Ginyu's signature move, which swaps their bodies. Ginyu rapidly adjusts to his new body's immense power and assaults all of his rivals simultaneously. Bulma, Trunks, and Goten attempt to contact Whis, leaving Jaco bewildered. While combating Gohan, Ginyu appears to have the upper hand until Gohan transforms into a Super Saiyan and manages to knock him down. At once, Frieza becomes enraged and repeatedly shoots multiple blasts at Gohan. Before Frieza can kill Gohan, however, Piccolo steps in to save him.

The episode was rated 7.60 from 449 votes.

Goku and Whis arrive on Beerus' planet, where Vegeta is tasked with housekeeping. Goku is surprised to learn that Vegeta has gotten considerably stronger training under Whis. Goku wants to start his training right away, but learns he and Vegeta must first carry out some house chores that include changing Beerus' bed sheets without waking him up. Then the actually training occurs, which quickly wears Goku out as he falls asleep while Vegeta continues. The next day, Whis decides to have a sparring match with his apprentices in order to gauge their speed. The two prove to be no match for Whis. Goku and Vegeta are too slow to land a single hit on Whis. Somewhere in space, surviving members of Frieza's army are led by Sorbet. They continue with their effort of resurrecting their leader. Not far off, mysterious beings similar to Beerus and Whis have destroyed a planet in search of something.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 484 votes.

After testing Goku's new transformation, which Goku explained is a Super Saiyan equivalent to a Super Saiyan God, Freiza unveils his new Golden Frieza form. After expressing how impressed they are by each-other's progress, Goku and Frieza engage in a fierce battle. Meanwhile, Whis informs Bulma of their arrival on Earth in a few minutes but he and Beerus stop midway and Universe Six's Destroyer Champa and his attendant Vados. After having a short conversation with Champa and Vados, Beerus and Whis finally arrive on the battlefield. While eating Bulma's delicious dessert, Beerus and Whis acknowledge that Frieza has indeed become significantly stronger and that Goku seems to have a tough time keeping up with Golden Frieza. Still not use to his newest form, Goku struggles to keep up with Golden Frieza's speed and prowess, eventually getting pummeled into the ground.

The episode was rated 7.62 from 329 votes.

The battle between Goku and Frieza begins. They fight on even ground, and neither one is able to inflict significant damage to the other. Frieza resorts to attacking Krillin and Bulma. When Goku tries to save them, he is caught off guard when Frieza lands several blows on him. Eventually, lashing at Goku, Vegeta intervenes out of impatience for the fighters' constant rambling and holding back their full power. Goku takes Vegeta's request into account and convinces Frieza to power up to his maximum. When Frieza calls out to Goku to show his full power, Goku transforms on his own into a new version of a Super Saiyan God.

The episode was rated 7.68 from 358 votes.

Goku finds a weakness in Frieza's new form. Still, Goku finds himself in serious trouble.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 339 votes.

As the Z fighters struggle against Tagoma an old foe makes a surprise return to the battlefield.

The episode was rated 7.89 from 444 votes.

Goku is critically injured, but Vegeta intervenes before Frieza can deliver a killing blow. After killing Sorbet and assuring that Goku receives a Senzu Bean, Vegeta demonstrates his new ability to transform into a Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan. Frieza attempts several attacks but quickly finds himself completely outmatched by Vegeta. Enraged and humiliated, Frieza refuses to accept to defeat and instead blows up the Earth. Whis protects Goku and the other Z fighters, and as Goku laments his missed opportunity to defeat Frieza, Whis offers to turn back time by 3 minutes so that Goku can have another chance. The moment is then reset to the end of Vegeta and Frieza's battle, allowing Goku just enough time to charge up a Kamehameha and kill Frieza. Later, the group is seen celebrating at Capsule Corp. Piccolo has been revived with the Namekian Dragon Balls, and Gohan tells him that he intends to resume his training so that he can protect his loved ones.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 374 votes.