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Season 1 – Naruto

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Adapted from a comic by Masashi Kishimoto, this animated hit follows the adventures of Naruto Uzumaki, a boy who is determined to become a Hokage, the ninja in his village who is acknowledged as the leader and the strongest of them all.
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Tasha Robinson Sci-Fi Weekly 03/22/2019
B
Naruto is a fun and exciting series, but it may actually be better in large doses, so the slow pacing doesn't seem to hold things up. Go to Full Review
Pam Gelman Common Sense Media 03/21/2019
3/5
Each episode follows Naruto's psychological, physical, and social challenges. At times he's annoying, arrogant, and naïve, but his unyielding spirit to learn and succeed furthers him in his studies. Go to Full Review
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Ivan E. @Vipa999 Aug 22 After finishing the first arc (Land of Waves) and just getting started with the second (Chūnin Exam) the show is looking to be really promising. Overall the characters have their moments and are put together well. The story takes a lot of building up but it’s worth it. 10/10 for an early viewer of the show (26 episodes in/season 1 watched). See more dogo f @pochita_ Jul 14 I didn't expect to like this so much. There were many great episodes, including the beautiful Episode 19. Some of the animation and jokes are outdated, but it only adds to the charm. I thought I would get bored at some point, but no, I'm nearly 60 episodes in now. See more Joana M @RT80917531 May 13 The best manga and anime ever created! Naruto is, to this day, many people’s most beloved anime of all times for a reason. Most of us grew up with it and there will never be a more emotional and heart-wrenching, but also fun and lighthearted anime! Filled with life lessons and characters that are so similar to us in many aspects (which is one of the reasons that makes us relate to Naruto so much!), honestly no anime's characters will ever come close to Naruto's characters! In the end it’s not just an anime about ninjas but also about bonds, hard work, surpassing your limits and defying your fate. See more Black B @RT94109295 Apr 24 Una temporada que nos da comienzo a esta gran serie en donde nos muestra el comienzo de nuestros 3 protagonistas que aunque con mucho rellenos nos dieron introducción a varias tramas y nos contaron historias interesantes como lo son la historia del chico de la máscara y el asesino que fuel el que lo crió desde pequeño porque su padre mató a su madre y casi lo mata a él (dato curioso parece una chica). Y esta parte sigue con lo último que vimos de la temporada anterior que fue el principio del segundo examen culminando con este y empezando unas preliminares para el tercer examen y aunque creo que esta temporada peca de lo mismo que la anterior que es el exceso de relleno nos dieron batallas muy interesantes en el final de esta temporada que son las preliminares del tercer examen. Con esta temporada termina una etapa y me refiero a los exámenes y aunque no fue la conclusión más feliz de todas nos deja con la incógnita y con las ansias de lo que será este nuevo villano llamado Orochimaru, sin lugar a duda se viene una temporada más interesante de lo que se cree. See more Kyle E @Plady 01/21/2024 A fantastic introduction to a great anime See more Ishman 4 @RT31850412 08/03/2023 my /10 reviews rate the consistency of whatever category I'm rating throughout said show/movie/full art piece aswell as what the category is described as. 0/10 for characters, soulless copouts, if any interesting they're explored in shippuden better, 4/10 for the best fights, 3/10 for best moments and plot points and consistency of them, pretty boring and drawn out, 1/10 for the story progression, 130/220 were non-filler episodes, shonen standard, liked the zabuza arc best personally apart from that cringe "it felt so good" moment, chunin exams is second best in my opinion, certain ntf scenes were very hype stretched out shonens are a waste of time especially when you could be enjoying really good often shorter shonen anime overall, extra chromosome typa show, 0-3.5/10 See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Oct 3, 2002 Enter: Naruto Uzumaki Deadly ninja roam the land and the mischievous Naruto Uzumaki causes trouble. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 10, 2002 My Name Is Konohamaru Naruto graduates from the Ninja Academy. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 17, 2002 Sasuke and Sakura: Friends or Foes? Naruto must team up with Sakura and Sasuke. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 24, 2002 Pass or Fail: Survival Test Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura meet with their sensei. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 31, 2002 You Failed! Kakashi's Final Decision Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura try everything they know to get through the grueling survival test. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 7, 2002 A Dangerous Mission! Journey to the Land of Waves Naruto and his squad start their first mission with boring and menial tasks. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 14, 2002 The Assassin of the Mist Naruto and his squad arrive in the Land of the Waves and learn that an evil businessman has taken over. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 21, 2002 The Oath of Pain Kakashi has the upper hand in his battle against Zabuza. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 28, 2002 Kakashi: Sharingan Warrior Naruto's plan allows Kakashi to be freed from the water prison. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 6, 2002 The Forest of Chakra Recuperating, Kakashi is dissatisfied with the battle's outcome. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 12, 2002 The Land Where a Hero Once Lived Sakura sees the hardships that the people of the Land of Waves endure under Gato's rule. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 19, 2002 Battle on the Bridge! Zabuza Returns! While Naruto concentrates on the control of his chakra, a mysterious person appears before him. Details Episode 13 Aired Dec 26, 2002 Haku's Secret Jutsu: Crystal Ice Mirrors The time has come to fight Zabuza, but unfortunately he is not alone. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 9, 2003 The Number One Hyperactive, Knucklehead Ninja Joins the Fight Naruto comes to the rescue when Sasuke finds himself unfortunately stuck inside Haku Crystal's Ice Mirrors. Details Episode 15 Aired Jan 16, 2003 Zero Visibility: The Sharingan Shatters Kakashi decides to use the Sharingan once again. Details Episode 16 Aired Jan 23, 2003 The Broken Seal Naruto and Sasuke receive punishing attacks from within Haku's Crystal Ice Mirrors. Details Episode 17 Aired Jan 30, 2003 White Past: Hidden Ambition Naruto explodes and his anger against Haku unleashes the power of the Nine-tailed Fox. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 6, 2003 The Weapons Known as Shinobi Haku asks the undecided to eliminate Naruto, who questions his philosophy that one only fights to win; the fight between Kakashi and Zabuza is reaching its climax and then Kakashi tests his most devastating technique. Details Episode 19 Aired Feb 13, 2003 The Demon in the Snow Naruto angrily confronts Zabuza, who is devastated by the loss of Haku. Details Episode 20 Aired Feb 20, 2003 A New Chapter Begins: The Chunin Exam Naruto and his team return to the Village Hidden in the Leaves. Details Episode 21 Aired Feb 27, 2003 Identify Yourself: Powerful New Rivals Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura are chosen to take the Chunin Qualification Exam. Details Episode 22 Aired Mar 6, 2003 Chunin Challenge: Rock Lee vs. Sasuke A ninja named Rock Lee appears and challenges Sasuke to a duel. Details Episode 23 Aired Mar 13, 2003 Genin Takedown; All Nine Rookies Face Off Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura all sign up to take the Chunin exam. Details Episode 24 Aired Mar 20, 2003 Start Your Engines: The Chunin Exam Begins Naruto and his team begin the first exam, a written test; supervisor Ibiki Morino is an expert in interrogations; Sasuke and Sakura worried about Naruto not passing the exam. Details Episode 25 Aired Mar 27, 2003 The Tenth Question: All or Nothing The tenth question is the most difficult and has consequences if you fail it. Details Episode 26 Aired Apr 2, 2003 Special Report: Live From the Forest of Death Konohamaru shows up at the Chunin Exam site. Details Episode 27 Aired Apr 2, 2003 The Chunin Exam Stage 2: The Forest of Death Naruto arrives at the Forest of Death for the second part of the Chunin Exam. Details Episode 28 Aired Apr 9, 2003 Eat or Be Eaten: Panic in the Forest The second exam begins in the Forest of Death. Details Episode 29 Aired Apr 16, 2003 Naruto's Counterattack: Never Give In A powerful ninja attacks Sasuke and Sakura and Naruto comes to the rescue. Details Episode 30 Aired Apr 23, 2003 The Sharingan Revived: Dragon-Flame Jutsu Sasuke uses his Sharingan to relieve Naruto in battle and unleashes a secret move. Details Episode 31 Aired Apr 30, 2003 Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection Anko senses that Orochimaru has snuck into the examination and starts a pursuit. Details Episode 32 Aired May 7, 2003 Sakura Blossoms Lee battles the three Sound Ninja himself in order to protect Sakura. Details Episode 33 Aired May 14, 2003 Battle Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho! The rival Ino team decides to help Sakura fend off a Sound ninja attack. Details Episode 34 Aired May 21, 2003 Akamaru Trembles: Gaara's Cruel Strength! The Sound ninja departs after witnessing Sasuke's intense power. Details Episode 35 Aired May 28, 2003 The Scroll's Secret: No Peeking Allowed Naruto and his team try to make a duplicate of a scroll being used in an exam. Details Episode 36 Aired Jun 4, 2003 Clone vs. Clone: Mine are Better Than Yours Naruto's team joins Kabuto on their journey to the tower, but on the way they must fight numerous clones created by an illusion technique. Details Episode 37 Aired Jun 11, 2003 Surviving the Cut! The Rookie Nine Together Again! Iruka has confidence in Naruto and his teammates. Details Episode 38 Aired Jun 18, 2003 Narrowing the Field: Sudden Death Elimination The ninjas assemble for their next challenge. Details Episode 39 Aired Jun 2, 2003 Bushy Brow's Jealousy: Barrage of Lions Unleashed The preliminaries of the third exam are one on one combat. Details Episode 40 Aired Jul 9, 2003 Kakashi and Orochimaru: Face-to-Face As Kakashi releases Sasuke from the spell, Orochimaru suddenly appears. Details Episode 41 Aired Jul 16, 2003 Kunoichi Rumble: The Rivals Get Serious The preliminary matches pit Kankuro against Misumi. Details Episode 42 Aired Jul 23, 2003 The Ultimate Battle: Cha! Childhood friends and rivals for the same guy, Sakura and Ino, are matched up. Details Episode 43 Aired Jul 30, 2003 Killer Kunoichi and a Shaky Shikamaru Tenten uses a variety of weapons against Temari. Details Episode 44 Aired Aug 6, 2003 Akamaru Unleashed! Who's on Top Now? Naruto clashes with Kiba, who brings along his dog Akamaru. Details Episode 45 Aired Aug 13, 2003 Surprise Attack: Naruto's Secret Weapon Kiba and Akamaru increase their chakra levels and begin their counterattack on Naruto. Details Episode 46 Aired Aug 20, 2003 Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold! Hinata and Neji confront each other in the eighth match. Details Episode 47 Aired Aug 27, 2003 A Failure Stands Tall! Hinata goes up against Neji. Details Episode 48 Aired Sep 3, 2003 Gaara vs Rock Lee: The Power of Youth Explodes Gaara appears in the ninth match, and his opponent is Rock Lee. Details Episode 49 Aired Sep 10, 2003 Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu Lee uses a banned technique to attack Gaara. Details Episode 50 Aired Sep 17, 2003 The Fifth Gate: A Splendid Ninja Is Born Lee uses the forbidden move, the Hidden Lotus, as a last resort. Details Episode 51 Aired Sep 24, 2003 A Shadow in Darkness: Danger Approches Sasuke Choji fights Dosu; Hokage reveals the third exam. Details Episode 52 Aired Oct 1, 2003 Ebisu Returns: Naruto's Toughest Training Yet In preparation for the third exam that starts in a month, Naruto's former mentor, Kakashi, chooses Ebisu to train the young ninja. Details Episode 53 Aired Oct 8, 2003 Long Time No See: Jiraiya Returns! Jiraiya, one of the legendary Three Ninja, suddenly appears before Ebisu and Naruto. Details Episode 54 Aired Oct 15, 2003 Summoning Jutsu: Wisdom of the Toad Sage The Sound Ninja Dosu appears and is intent on defeating Gaara. Details Episode 55 Aired Oct 22, 2003 A Feeling of Yearning, a Flower Full of Hope Naruto continues training under Jiraiya to master the Summoning Jutsu, which enables him to call forth various living beasts. Details Episode 56 Aired Oct 28, 2006 Live or Die: Risk it All to Win it All! Naruto Uzumaki is determined to develop his ninja skills. Details Episode 56 Aired Oct 29, 2003 Live or Die! Risk It All to Win It All Since Naruto began training under Jiraiya he's been on the brink of collapse many times. Details Episode 57 Aired Nov 5, 2003 He Flies! He Jumps! He Lurks! Chief Toad Appears! Naruto draws out the Nine-Tail Chakra and uses the Summoning Jutsu. Details
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Season Info

Director
Hayato Date, Harume Kosaka, Rion Kujo, Masaaki Kumagai, Takeyuki Sadohara, Toshiyuki Tsuru, Hiroshi Kimura, Masahiko Murata, Yasunori Urata, Masayuki Iimura, Keiichiro Kawaguchi, Kazuyoshi Yokota, Shuji Miyahara, Mitsutaka Noshitani
Creator
Masashi Kishimoto
Screenwriter
Akatsuki Yamatoya, Satoru Nishizono, Michiko Yokote, Mushi Kôhei, Katsuyuki Sumizawa
Network
TVTJP
Rating
TV-PG (V)
Genre
Adventure, Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Anime
Original Language
Japanese
Release Date
Oct 3, 2002
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