Ebisu Returns: Naruto’s Toughest Training Yet!
Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but Naruto keeps its grip throughout.
Archives Episodes
A Shadow in Darkness: Danger Approaches Sasuke
Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
The Fifth Gate: A Splendid Ninja is Born
Our Take A hall of fame episode. If you sample one episode of Naruto, make it this one.
Lee’s Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!
Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Naruto works.
Gaara vs. Rock Lee: The Power of Youth Explodes!
Our Take A standout hour, the kind of episode that justifies the whole series. Naruto at the top of its game.
A Failure Stands Tall!
Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Naruto works.
Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold!
Our Take A solidly built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
Surprise Attack! Naruto’s Secret Weapon!
Our Take Everything Naruto does well, done at full power. Genuinely great television.
Akamaru Unleashed! Who’s Top Dog Now?
Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Naruto works.
Killer Kunoichi and a Shaky Shikamaru
Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Naruto works.