Total Episodes ^hot^: Naruto
You might see the number 1000+ thrown around on the internet. That number usually includes the sequel series, Boruto: Naruto Next Generations .
: Includes three for the original series, seven for Shippuden , and one for Boruto .
If you are planning a marathon, here is the math.
Let’s cut straight to the chase.
The franchise also includes several non-episodic entries that fans often include in their viewing lists:
A significant portion of the Naruto anime is composed of "filler" episodes—content created by the animation studio that does not appear in the original manga. Total Episodes Estimated Filler Naruto ~90 episodes (41%) Naruto: Shippuden ~201 episodes (40%) Boruto Includes "Anime Canon" arcs
The series timeskips two and a half years into the future. The characters are older, the stakes are higher, and the villains are terrifying. Shippuden makes up the bulk of the viewing experience and resolves the plot threads regarding the Akatsuki, the Uchiha clan, and the history of the ninja world.
If you want to watch the entire Naruto saga from the very first moment Naruto Uzumaki paints the Hokage monument to the final battle between him and Sasuke, you are looking at a grand total of .
Whether you choose to skip the filler or watch every single second, the story of the boy who wanted to become Hokage remains a masterpiece worth the time investment.