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Naruto: Episodes, Story and Where to Watch

Naruto (2002): what the anime is about, key facts and where to watch, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team4 min read✓ Fact-checked
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Naruto (2002) is a action, adventure, fantasy anime produced by Studio Pierrot. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 8.02/10 from 2,148,591 ratings.

What is Naruto about?

Twelve years ago, a colossal demon fox terrorized the world. During the monster's attack on the Hidden Leaf Village, the Hokage—the village's leader and most powerful ninja—sacrifices himself to seal the beast inside a newborn, relieving civilization from destruction while dooming the baby to a lonely life.

Key details

Naruto runs for 220 episodes and its status is "finished airing". It premiered in the fall 2002 season. Content rating: PG-13 - Teens 13 or older.

Where to watch Naruto

Streaming availability changes by region. Major anime platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hidive rotate their catalogs, so check your local listings for Naruto.

Frequently asked questions

What is Naruto about?

Twelve years ago, a colossal demon fox terrorized the world. During the monster's attack on the Hidden Leaf Village, the Hokage—the village's leader and most powerful ninja—sacrifices himself to seal the beast inside a newborn, relieving civilization

How many episodes does Naruto have?

Naruto has 220 episodes.

What is the MAL rating of Naruto?

Naruto is rated 8.02/10 on MyAnimeList.

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