Naruto Watch Order (2026) — Skip Every Filler Episode
The definitive Naruto watch order with full filler episode list. Know exactly which episodes to skip in both Naruto and Shippuden.
Overview
Naruto spans two main series: Naruto (2002–2007) and Naruto Shippuden (2007–2017) — over 700 episodes total. A huge chunk is filler unrelated to the main story. This guide tells you exactly what to watch and what to skip.
Skipping filler leaves approximately 400 essential episodes. Still a massive — but worthwhile — commitment.
Quick Answer: How to Watch Naruto
Full Watch Order Table
| # | Title | Episodes | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Naruto | 1–135 | WATCH | Core story. Skip fillers below. |
| 2 | Naruto Filler Arc | 136–220 | SKIP ALL | Entirely filler. Jump to Shippuden. |
| 3 | Shippuden — Kazekage Rescue | 1–32 | WATCH | Strong opening arc. |
| 4 | Shippuden Filler | 57–71 | SKIP | First big filler block. |
| 5 | Shippuden — Itachi Arc | 72–126 | WATCH | DO NOT SKIP this arc. |
| 6 | Shippuden Filler | 127–143 | SKIP | |
| 7 | Shippuden — Pain's Assault | 152–175 | WATCH | Peak Naruto. All-time great arc. |
| 8 | Shippuden Filler | 223–242 | SKIP | |
| 9 | Shippuden — Fourth Shinobi War | 261–361 | WATCH | Incredible war arc. |
| 10 | Shippuden Filler | 376–395 | SKIP | Long filler block. |
| 11 | Shippuden Finale | 460–500 | WATCH | Series conclusion. |
| 12 | The Last: Naruto the Movie | Film | WATCH | After ep 493. Canon. |
Naruto Shippuden — Filler Episodes to Skip
| Episodes | Arc Name | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 57–71 | Twelve Guardian Ninja | SKIP |
| 91–112 | Three-Tails Arc | SKIP |
| 127–143 | Six-Tails Unleashed | SKIP |
| 176–196 | Past Arc | OPTIONAL |
| 223–242 | Konoha History | SKIP |
| 376–395 | Filler Block | SKIP |
| 427–450 | Infinite Tsukuyomi Filler | SKIP |
Naruto Movies — Which Are Canon?
- The Last: Naruto the Movie (2014) — The ONLY fully canon film. Watch after Shippuden ep 493.
- Boruto: Naruto the Movie (2015) — Canon if following Boruto.
- All other 9 Naruto films are non-canon side stories.
Tips for First-Time Naruto Viewers
Don't Give Up Early
First 50 episodes are slow. Push to the Chunin Exams arc and you will be completely hooked.
Pain Arc = Peak Anime
Shippuden episodes 157–175 are some of the most emotional scenes in anime history.
Shippuden Improves Everything
Shippuden is where Naruto becomes truly legendary. Don't stop after the original series.
Avoid Wiki Spoilers
The Itachi reveal and Pain Arc have massive twists. Stay off fan wikis until after episode 300.