A Failure’s True Power
Our Take This one earns its reputation: tight writing, real stakes, and a payoff that lands. Peak Naruto.
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Ultimate Defense: Zero Blind Spot!
Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but Naruto keeps its grip throughout.
Byakugan vs. Shadow Clone
Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
The Final Rounds: Rush to the Battle Arena!
Summary A month of preparation for the third and final round has passed and remaining competitors are entering the final tournament. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
Hospital Besieged: The Evil Hand Revealed!
Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
He Flies! He Jumps! He Lurks! Chief Toad Appears!
Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
Live or Die: Risk it All to Win it All!
Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Naruto works.
A Feeling of Yearning, A Flower Full of Hope
Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
The Summoning Jutsu: Wisdom of the Toad Sage!
Our Take Everything Naruto does well, done at full power. Genuinely great television.
Long Time No See: Jiraiya Returns!
Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.