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If you’re a fan of the rich and expansive world of Naruto, then you’re in for a treat. Masashi Kishimoto’s creation took the manga and anime industry by storm, captivating audiences around the globe. With a series filled with episodes, movies, OVAs, and filler content, it’s essential to know the proper order to enjoy Naruto and Naruto Shippuden fully. Let’s dive into the ultimate guide to watching the Naruto series.
The Correct Order to Watch the Naruto Anime, Movies, and OVAs
Naruto has a total of 11 movies to date, with some being canon and others serving as filler. While the filler films are not necessary for the main storyline, two movies stand out as crucial: “The Last: Naruto the Movie” and “Boruto: Naruto the Movie.” These movies provide valuable insights into the characters and events, making them a must-watch.
The Order to Watch the Naruto Movies
To ensure you’re watching the movies in the correct order, follow this guide:
- Naruto the Movie: “Snow Princess’ Book of Ninja Arts” – Watch after Episode 101.
- Naruto the Movie: “Illusory Ruins at the Depths of the Earth” – Watch after Episode 160.
- Naruto the Movie: “Great Excitement! Animal Panic on the Moon Island” – Watch after Episode 196.
- Naruto Shippuden the Movie – Watch after Episode 32 of Naruto Shippuden.
- Naruto Shippuden the Movie: “Bonds” – Watch after Episode 53 of Naruto Shippuden.
- Naruto Shippuden the Movie: “The Will of Fire” – Watch after Episode 88 of Naruto Shippuden.
- Naruto Shippuden the Movie: “The Lost Tower” – Watch after Episode 135 of Naruto Shippuden.
- Naruto the Movie: “Blood Prison” – Watch after Episode 176 of Naruto Shippuden.
- Road to Ninja: Naruto the Movie – Watch after Episode 311 of Naruto Shippuden.
- The Last: Naruto the Movie – Watch after Episode 493 of Naruto Shippuden.
- Boruto: Naruto the Movie – Watch after Episode 52 of Naruto Shippuden.
The Order to Watch the Naruto OVAs
The Original Video Animations (OVAs) of Naruto provide short stories that accompany the movies or celebrate special events related to the series. They are not directly connected to the main plot and are considered filler content. Here is the recommended order:
- “In Search of the Crimson Four-Leaf Clover” (2003) – Watch after Episode 19 of Naruto.
- “Naruto: The Cross Roads” (2009) – Watch after Episode 19 of Naruto.
- “Mission: Protect the Waterfall Village!” (2003) – Watch after Episode 100 of Naruto.
- “The Konoha Annual Sports Festival” (2004) – Watch after Episode 100 of Naruto.
- “Finally a Clash! Jonin vs. Genin!! The Muscle Rank Competition of Indiscriminate Melee!!” (2005) – Watch after Episode 100 of Naruto.
- “Naruto: The Genie, and the Three Wishes ‘ttebayo!!” (2010) – Watch after Episode 100.
- “Shippu! Konoha Gakuen Den” (2008) – Watch after Episode 10 of Naruto Shippuden.
- “Naruto x UT” (2011) – Watch after Episode 216 of Naruto Shippuden.
- “The Burning Chunin Exam! Naruto vs. Konohamaru!” (2011) – Watch after Episode 219 of Naruto Shippuden.
- “The Side Story: The Sunny Side Battle!” (2014) – Watch after Episode 219 of Naruto Shippuden.
- “Hashirama Senju vs. Madara Uchiha” (2012) – Watch after Episode 369 of Naruto Shippuden.
- “Ninja Escapades” (2014) – Watch after Episode 363 of Naruto Shippuden.
- “The Day Naruto Became Hokage” (2016) – Watch after Episode 500 of Naruto.
- Boruto OVA 1 (2017) – Watch after Episode 51 of Boruto.
Please note that, as of November 2020, Masashi Kishimoto has taken over the Boruto manga, making it a fully canon continuation. Consequently, the anime is also considered canon, even though it contains filler content. Since its debut in May 2016, the Boruto: Naruto Next Generations series gained popularity, and you can watch it on Crunchyroll.
So, get ready to embark on an epic journey through the world of Naruto. Remember to follow this guide for the perfect viewing experience. Enjoy the captivating adventures of Naruto and his friends!
