Naruto

ナルト

Naruto Uzumaki, a mischievous adolescent ninja, struggles as he searches for recognition and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the village's leader and strongest ninja.

2002–2007 24 min 4 Seasons 220 Episodes
★ 8.4 / 10 6,022 ratings
AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy
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Naruto

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Synopsis

Naruto Uzumaki, a mischievous adolescent ninja, struggles as he searches for recognition and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the village's leader and strongest ninja.

About

Naruto premiered on October 3, 2002. It falls under the Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy genres. The series has aired across 4 seasons and 220 episodes. with each episode running approximately 24 minutes. It airs on TV Tokyo. and concluded its run on February 8, 2007.

Why viewers enjoy Naruto

Naruto targets fans of Animation anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy elements. This combination of Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.

Production

Naruto was animated by Pierrot, Rakuonsha, and broadcast on TV Tokyo.

Critical reception

Naruto holds a rating of 8.4 out of 10 based on 6,022 user reviews on TMDB, a strong score that reflects broad satisfaction from its audience.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Naruto include: martial arts, hero, rivalry, ninja, orphan, based on manga, super power, tragic past. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.

Voice cast

  • Junko Takeuchi

    Junko Takeuchi

  • Noriaki Sugiyama

    Noriaki Sugiyama

  • Chie Nakamura

    Chie Nakamura

  • Kazuhiko Inoue

    Kazuhiko Inoue

  • Hidekatsu Shibata

    Hidekatsu Shibata

  • Koichi Tochika

    Koichi Tochika

  • Masashi Ebara

    Masashi Ebara

  • Yōichi Masukawa

    Yōichi Masukawa

  • Yukari Tamura

    Yukari Tamura

  • Ryoka Yuzuki

    Ryoka Yuzuki

Production credits

Direction
Hayato Date · Masaaki Kumagai · Harume Kosaka
Writing
Masashi Kishimoto · Katsuyuki Sumisawa · Junki Takegami

Release dates

Premiered

October 3, 2002

Last aired

February 8, 2007

Seasons & episodes

Season 1 poster

Season1

October 3, 2002·52episodes

Deep within the Hidden Leaf Village, young ninja Naruto Uzumaki carries sealed inside him the Nine-Tailed Fox Spirit, which once almost destroyed the village. Always an outcast because of his secret, now Naruto battles alongside his teammates Sasuke and Sakura to prove to himself and everyone else that he's the greatest ninja ever. But he's got a long list of challenges to face before he gets there!

Season 2 poster

Season2

52episodes

Before the final round of the Chunin Exam, Naruto receives some special training from the legendary Toad Sage, Jiraiya. When the battles resume, Naruto is ready, but what about Sasuke? He's about to face the one ninja no one, not even Naruto thinks he can beat. But in the midst of everything, a sinister plot is set in motion, and the Village Hidden in the Leaves finds itself under attack!

Season 3 poster

Season3

54episodes

Naruto returns from his training journey eager to see his friend Sasuke. But Sasuke has only one thing on his mind: his quest for revenge against his older brother. His unquenchable thirst for power knows no bounds, and soon he is lured from the Leaf Village by Orochimaru's minions, the Sound Four. Determined to get him back, Shikamaru and Naruto put together a team of the top genin in the village to go after him, and the chase begins!

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Season4

62episodes

In the Village Hidden in the Leaves, there are few things Naruto and Choji love more than a steaming bowl of Ichiraku ramen, and when the daughter of the owner is kidnapped, they're on the case. Then, missions for the Leaf ninja lead them to the Land of Bears after a fallen meteorite and the Land of Greens to protect a princess. When an evil ninja who's after the princess gets in their way, it's Naruto's life on the line!

Themes & topics

Keywords associated with this title by the community.

  • martial arts
  • hero
  • rivalry
  • ninja
  • orphan
  • based on manga
  • super power
  • tragic past
  • dead parents
  • angst
  • warrior
  • japanese mythology
  • ninja warrior
  • shounen
  • anime
  • fantasy
  • adventure

Network

TV Tokyo

Frequently asked questions

When did Naruto premiere?

Naruto premiered on October 3, 2002.

How many seasons does Naruto have?

Naruto has 4 seasons and 220 episodes in total.

What genre is Naruto?

Naruto is classified under Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.

What networks did Naruto air on?

Naruto aired on TV Tokyo.

Is Naruto finished?

Yes, Naruto concluded its run on February 8, 2007.

How long is each episode of Naruto?

Each episode of Naruto runs for approximately 24 minutes.

Where is Naruto from?

Naruto is a Japanese anime production.

What is the TMDB rating of Naruto?

Naruto holds a rating of 8.4 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.